Mommy Makeover in Toledo, OH

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Craig Colville specializes in mommy makeover procedures, which include a custom combination of body contouring and breast enhancement procedures in a single surgery. These procedures typically target changes following pregnancy and breastfeeding, making it a popular option among mothers.

Should You Consider a Mommy Makeover?

If pregnancy has left you with sagging abdominal skin, deflated breasts, or stubborn fat that won’t respond to diet and exercise, you may be a good candidate for a mommy makeover. While pursuing a healthy lifestyle is important, only cosmetic surgery can repair the abdominal wall and remove stubborn fat pockets and excess skin.

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Planning Your Mommy Makeover

Dr. Colville customizes your mommy makeover package after conducting a thorough physical examination and discussing the specific concerns you have during the consultation. You should be at the weight you want to maintain and have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or lower before scheduling your mommy makeover. Based on your aesthetic goals, Dr. Colville recommends a combination of procedures that can safely create the results you want in a single operation.

Flexible Financing To Fit Your Budget

Plastic surgery may be more affordable than you think. Dr. Colville’s practice offers several financing and payment options to help qualified patients manage the cost of surgical or nonsurgical procedures with convenient monthly payments.

Choose from multiple financing partners and plans, including:

• 0% promotional financing options for qualified patients
• Flexible monthly payment plans
• Pre-surgery payment plans
• Online prequalification options

Find a payment approach that works for you.

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What Is Included in a Mommy Makeover?

The following procedures are most commonly part of a mommy makeover:

• Breast Augmentation: Breast implants restore volume to deflated breasts after childbirth and breastfeeding. Breast augmentation may improve the appearance of breasts that are just beginning to sag, but most women with appreciable sagging require a breast lift.
• Breast Lift: Mastopexy elevates and reshapes the breasts, and it can move the nipple to a more natural position, facing outward rather than downward. If you’re satisfied with the size of your breasts, but are unhappy with sagging or drooping that has developed, a breast lift is the appropriate procedure. Dr. Colville often combines a breast lift with implants to get the best cosmetic results.
• Breast Reduction: In some cases, a woman’s breasts remain overly large after having children, causing back, shoulder, and neck pain. Breast reduction surgery removes excess tissue and skin, and it’s common to combine reduction with a breast lift.
• Liposuction: Weight gain during pregnancy is expected, but it can be difficult for some women to lose all of the baby weight. Women who never struggled with excess fat prior to having children may notice “love handles” or a “muffin top”—localized areas of fat that can be hard to lose. Liposuction permanently removes this stubborn fat for patients who are not overweight to tone and sculpt areas such as the flanks, thighs, arms, or buttocks.
• Tummy Tuck: Diastasis recti, or separation of the abdominal muscles, is a common problem after pregnancy. Because the separation occurs at the fascia, sit-ups or exercises cannot correct this condition. A tummy tuck repairs these muscles and can also restore a flat, firm abdomen for women who notice excess skin or a “pooch” after pregnancy.

Mommy Makeover vs. Tummy Tuck

If you are deciding whether to have a mommy makeover or only a tummy tuck, here is a side-by-side comparison that might help. For additional information, review our blog post comparing abdominoplasty and mommy makeover surgery.

Your Mommy Makeover Surgery

The specific nature of your surgery depends on the procedures Dr. Colville performs. He creates a precise surgical plan that addresses your concerns, making patient safety his top priority. He uses general anesthesia during a mommy makeover.

Your procedure may take several hours, depending on the number and type of procedures included in the operation. In most cases, patients return home on the day of the surgery. We can also arrange for an overnight stay if necessary or preferred.

Mommy Makeover Recovery Time

You should plan to take at least 10 to 14 days off of work if your mommy makeover includes a tummy tuck. The recovery from cosmetic breast surgery usually takes considerably less time. One of the benefits of a mommy makeover is the convenience of having a single recovery period following your operation. The specific nature of your recovery depends on the procedures performed.

Whatever your combination of procedures, it’s important to have someone at home to help with everyday tasks, especially if you have young children. You must avoid bending over, reaching, and lifting as your body heals. Dr. Colville provides all mommy makeover patients detailed postoperative instructions that should be closely followed to help minimize the risk of complications and help you remain comfortable during the recovery.

If you have any concerns or questions during the first few weeks following your operation, don’t hesitate to contact Dr. Colville’s office.

Mommy Makeover FAQ

Can you get a mommy makeover without being a mom?

Yes, motherhood is not a criterion for mommy makeover surgery. These combination procedures are great for healthy women who want to improve multiple areas for whatever reason. Learn more about who can benefit from a mommy makeover in our related blog post.

How long after a mommy makeover can I drive?

Most patients are safe to drive once they’ve stopped taking prescription pain medication, which is usually about a week after surgery.

What’s the best age for mommy makeover surgery?

There isn’t an ideal age for mommy makeover surgery. Your life’s circumstances and overall health play a more important role. For example, if you have young children at home, you’ll need childcare during your recovery.

Will I lose dress sizes after a mommy makeover?

Patients can expect to lose 1 to 3 clothing sizes after their procedure, if tummy tuck and liposuction are part of the plan. These procedures remove fat and excess skin but are not intended for weight loss.

How many years does a mommy makeover last?

The results of a mommy makeover can last for years if you lead a healthy lifestyle. If breast augmentation is part of the procedure, your implants can last 15 to 20 years or more. The skin and fat removed through abdominoplasty and liposuction are permanently gone.

I had a C-section. Will this impact my mommy makeover surgery?

Having a C-section may affect the timing of your mommy makeover because you need to be completely healed before undergoing elective surgery. That is at least 6 months, perhaps longer. When you do get a mommy makeover, the plastic surgeon may use the same incision location for a tummy tuck, although the tummy tuck incision is typically longer.

Women considering a mommy makeover travel from Sandusky, OH, along with Ann Arbor, MI, to have Dr. Colville perform their procedures. You can request a consultation to meet personally with Dr. Colville. Or call our office at (419) 534-6551 to schedule an appointment.

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Reviewed for clinical accuracy by Dr. Craig Colville on October 13th, 2026.