For each Parent this is an individual choice! My Granddaughter had her surgery at 13 months and has done VERY well. she was in the hospital a couple of days and she healed wonderfully. There is some controversy on this type of surgery and some will say if it is not needed at this time to wait! I felt very strongly about doing it as soon as we could and doing it while she was young and not have any memory of it. But AGAIN this is a personal choice. To be on the safe side and feel comfortable about what you are doing I would RESEARCH and REASEARCH some more and weigh the pros and cons for myself to make a decision that YOU feel comfortable with. You are at the right place for information you are looking for and everyone here is VERY helpful and informative about there own experience. I had it done for my Granddaughter and I am pleased with the results and would do it over again if needed too. Hope this helps! Also Cares has information that would be very helpful to you. Good Luck and Congratulations on the birth of your baby girl! CherryCherry Lane