Episode 34: Our GLP-1 Deep Dive pt 2 (featuring @bypasskass)
The conversation gets real in Part 2 of our GLP-1 series! Hannah and Steph are joined by the amazing @bypasskass, who shares her honest experience trying GLP-1s before bariatric surgery. From virtual doctors and missing support systems, to side effects, gallbladder scares, and the mental load of weight loss — nothing is off the table.We laugh, we debate, and we bust some myths about what GLP-1s really do, how they compare to bariatric surgery, and why support systems matter more than quick fixes. Whether you’re GLP-curious, post-op, or just navigating food noise, this episode is packed with raw honesty and the encouragement you need to feel less alone.
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Episode 33: Do you really need a personal trainer after Bariatric surgery?
This week on Bariatric Banter, Hannah and Steph dive into one of the most hotly debated questions in the bariatric community: Are personal trainers worth it?They open up about their own experiences — from splurging on memberships and training sessions to realizing that sometimes the best (and cheapest) tool is simply a pair of walking shoes. Hannah shares how burnout and pneumonia reshaped her views, while Steph talks about how the right trainer gave her accountability and confidence.Along the way, they remind us that there’s no one-size-fits-all journey: movement looks different for everyone, and that’s okay. Whether you’re team “walk it out” or “strength train it up,” this episode will leave you with practical takeaways, laughs, and the reassurance that your path is valid.
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Episode 32: Our Deep Dive into GLP-1s (Part One)
This week, Hannah and Steph are diving into a hot topic in the bariatric community — GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. 👀We’ve been seeing more and more people talking about (and using) these meds, but there’s also a lot of confusion, a lot of comparisons to surgery, and honestly… a lot of questions. In part one of this two-part series, we’re sharing our own thoughts, concerns, and a few things that make us go “hmmm.”We’ll cover everything from health risks to influencers not being upfront, and why support systems and nutrition are non-negotiable. And next week — we’ve got a special guest joining us who’s actually on GLP-1s to answer ALL the questions.Pull up a chair, grab your water bottle (hydration counts, y’all 🥤), and let’s get into it.
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Episode 31: When Your Hair Has Other Plans: Surviving Post-Op Hair Loss Without Losing Your Mind (or Your Ponytail)
Hair today, gone tomorrow… literally. In this week’s raw and unfiltered episode of Bariatric Banter, Hannah and Steph dive into the ugly truth about post-op hair loss — the tears in the shower, the clumps on your shirt, and the desperate Amazon searches for miracle shampoos that never work.From grieving the hair you loved, to finding humor in “baby hairs that have a mind of their own,” we share our honest struggles, hacks that actually help, and the blunt reality: your hair will come back, but your confidence doesn’t have to wait.Whether you’re pre-op, mid-shed, or finally rocking regrowth, this episode is your reminder: you’re not vain, you’re human. Grab your dry shampoo, put down the rosemary oil, and tune in for laughs, validation, and maybe a little tough love.👉 Keywords: Bariatric hair loss, weight loss surgery recovery, post-op hair struggles, hair regrowth tips
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Episode 30: The Dreaded Bathing Suit Dilemma: Finding Confidence After Weight Loss Surgery
Episode 30 is HERE and we're getting SPICY about swimsuit season! 🔥Hannah's craving a beach day but first needs to survive the emotional battlefield that is bathing suit shopping. Steph's old suit has a three-inch gap and she's one aqua fit class away from a nip slip with the local seniors. Welcome to post-surgery swimwear hell, where "testicle legs" are a thing and armpit flab has its own personality.From Hannah's mom mistaking her bathing suit for a cute dress to Steph's first pair of shorts at age 40 (!), this episode is a masterclass in embracing your post-surgery body while keeping it 100% real. We're talking Amazon shopping strategies, the great arms-vs-legs coverage debate, and why wearing jeans in 38-degree weather makes you look like a walking fashion disaster.Plot twist: The body you're criticizing right now? It's literally the one you dreamed of having before surgery. So grab that cute swimsuit, ditch the t-shirt-in-the-pool energy, and let's normalize having actual human bodies that jiggle, wiggle, and sometimes look like deflated armpits (we see you, Hannah).Ready to buy the damn bathing suit and reclaim your summer? We're about to change your whole mindset! 🌊Warning: Contains explicit discussions of loose skin, body dysmorphia, and the audacity to suggest you deserve to enjoy life in weather-appropriate clothing.#BariatricBanter #BuyTheDamnBathingSuit #Episode30 #SummerConfidence
Canada’s TOP bariatric podcast — because no one should have to figure this out alone.Looking for real talk about life after bariatric surgery? You’ve found it. Bariatric Banter is the no-BS podcast hosted by Steph and Hannah — two women from Ontario, Canada, who got tired of feeling like they had to figure it all out alone. We’re here to change that. Every episode brings you raw, honest conversations about weight loss surgery: the wins, the struggles, the mental battles, the science, the slip-ups, and how to build a life that actually works post-op. Whether you’re in Canada or anywhere else, this is the podcast that tells the truth about bariatric surgery, with zero judgment and a lot of heart.👉 Keywords: bariatric surgery, weight loss, health, nutrition, exercise, mental health, discipline, dietary rules, personal experiences, Canada, Ontario
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