Diastasis recti, or separated abdominal muscles, is one of the most common side effects of pregnancy but it can also occur in women who have not had children. Typical symptoms of diastasis recti include an abdominal bulge that doesn't go away, a jelly-like feeling around the belly button, coning or doming when you contract your ab muscles and an overall weakness of the core. Diastasis recti corrective surgery is not available on the NHS so many women go private for repair surgery. Diastasis recti surgery is the same procedure as a tummy tuck so seeking a specialist tummy tuck surgeon is going to give you the best results. Our surgeons are able to provide more information about Diastasis Recti correction via tummy tuck/abdominoplasty surgery in consultation. To find out if you are suitable, book a consultation.