🎙️ Bariatric Banter – Real Talk, No Fluff.

Hannah & Steph are diving DEEP into post-op eating, tracking macros, and navigating life after bariatric surgery. 🍽️💭

👀 In This Episode: ✔️ What we REALLY eat in a day (no sugar-coating) ✔️ Why high-protein ≠ always healthy ✔️ The mental shifts needed for long-term success ✔️ How to handle social situations & food choices ✔️ The fear of regain – and how to deal with it 💪

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💥 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 💥

In this episode of the Bariatric Banter Podcast, your fave hosts Hannah & Steph get REAL about living with PCOS and how it impacts weight loss and overall health. 🧠💪 They spill the tea on their personal experiences with PCOS and the struggles of managing comorbidities while navigating the world of weight loss. It's not easy, but it’s TOTALLY possible!

🙌 From the importance of exercise to starting small with lifestyle changes, this episode is packed with actionable advice, personal stories, and real talk that will leave you feeling motivated and ready to take on the world!

🌎💥 Grab your favorite drink, sit back, and get ready for a conversation that’s all about finding balance, starting at your own pace, and making your mental & physical health a priority! 💖

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Telling your loved ones about bariatric surgery can be just as tough as the surgery itself. Will they support you? Will they question your choice? Will your relationships change? In this episode, Hannah and Steph get real about the reactions they faced—both the uplifting and the downright painful—and why building a strong support system is everything.

takeaways

• It's important to have a support system during major life changes.
• Announcing your decision can help with accountability.
• Not everyone will understand or support your journey.
• Transparency about your journey can foster understanding.
• You may need to say goodbye to unsupportive people.
• Owning your story is crucial for self-acceptance.
• Prepare for a range of reactions when sharing your news.
• It's okay to take your time in announcing your decision.
• Focus on the positive aspects of your journey.
• Change is a process that requires patience and support. Support from loved ones is crucial during weight loss journeys.
• Objections often stem from concern, but can also reflect personal insecurities.
• It's important to communicate health reasons for surgery to address concerns.
• Not all friends will support your transformation; some may feel threatened.
• Surround yourself with people who uplift and encourage you.
• Change can lead to the need for reevaluating relationships.
• It's okay to distance yourself from unsupportive friends or family.
• Health issues can justify the need for surgery beyond aesthetics.
• Personal growth may lead to changes in social dynamics.
• Self-care and prioritizing your journey is essential.

🎧 Tune in now and remember: you are NOT just "the fat friend." You deserve love, support, and a community that lifts you up.

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