While it is possible to get pregnant after tummy tuck surgery, it is generally recommended that women wait until they have finished having children before undergoing the procedure. The reason for this is that pregnancy can reverse the results of the surgery and cause the abdominal area to stretch again, potentially leading to the need for a repeat tummy tuck. During tummy tuck surgery, the plastic surgeon tightens the abdominal muscles and removes excess skin and fat to create a flatter and more toned abdomen. Pregnancy can cause the abdominal muscles to separate again and the skin to stretch, undoing the improvements made during the tummy tuck procedure. Additionally, if a woman becomes pregnant shortly after tummy tuck surgery, the pregnancy can put undue stress on the abdominal area and increase the risk of complications.