Breaking the Rules: The Hard Truth About Bariatric Discipline
In this no-holds-barred episode of Bariatric Banter, Steph and Hannah open up about their bariatric surgery journeys and the real challenges of sticking to the rules. From bending dietary guidelines to facing the fallout of rule-breaking, they explore how discipline, nutrition, exercise, and mental health all play a role in long-term weight loss success. Expect candid personal experiences, hard-won lessons, and some tough love about what it really takes to thrive after bariatric surgery. Whether you’re fresh out of surgery or years into the journey, this episode delivers insight, support, and maybe a reality check (or two).👉 Topics: bariatric surgery, weight loss, nutrition, mental health, exercise, personal experiences, discipline, dietary rules
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Ep 22: Road Snacks & Real Talk: Traveling After Bariatric Surgery
Vacation as a bariatric patient hits different—and not just because you packed more snacks than shoes. In this episode of Bariatric Banter, Hannah and Steph unpack their recent getaways, diving into the unfiltered reality of traveling post-surgery: from food choices and weight fluctuations to unexpected mindset wins and body image breakthroughs.They explore how to balance indulgence with intention, what it means to give yourself grace on the go, and why “just eat the damn brunch” might be the healthiest choice of all. Whether you're road-tripping, beach-sitting, or backyard-barbecuing, this episode is a reminder that joy and judgment don’t belong on the same plate.Takeaways: – Pack with purpose (and protein) – Indulge without spiraling – Travel is freedom… if you let it be – Family support matters – Mindset is everything (especially in a hotel breakfast buffet)
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Matinee Monday: Comfort Food w Hannah
🎬 Matinee Monday: Comfort Food Confessionals[Mini-Episode | 15 min]Grab your fuzzy socks and settle in—Hannah’s getting real about comfort food. In this short and soulful Matinee Monday episode, she opens up about the complicated love story between bariatric patients and emotional eating. From using food as a reward pre-op to grieving the loss of old rituals post-op, this is a raw, honest reflection on how comfort food changes when your whole life (and stomach) does.Expect truth bombs, gentle encouragement, and a few food-flashback feels as Hannah shares her journey of redefining comfort—and finding joy in new, nourishing ways.This one's for anyone who's ever stared at a pint of ice cream and called it therapy.
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Ep 21: They Treated Me Better After I Lost Weight—And That Hurt
In this raw and real episode of Bariatric Banter, Hannah and Steph unpack the often-unspoken side of weight loss: what actually changes after the weight is gone. From the thrill (and terror) of shopping in new sizes, to the awkward stares, to the confusing guilt that bubbles up when you’re finally able to celebrate—this is the episode that says the quiet parts out loud.We dive into:How others suddenly treat you differentlyThe emotional rollercoaster of body image and self-perceptionWhy self-acceptance is harder than expectedThe bittersweet reality of being “visible” againSpoiler: weight loss doesn’t fix everything, but it sure brings a lot to the surface.
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Swipe Right & Farmer Fantasies: Dating After Bariatric Surgery
Dating after bariatric surgery? It’s not for the weak. This week, Hannah spills every cringe, chaotic, and occasionally cute detail of what it’s really like trying to find love (or a decent Hinge match) when your stomach is tiny but your emotional baggage? Carry-on AND checked.We’re talking food anxiety on first dates, situationships with men who “don’t believe in therapy,” and why she’s seriously considering retiring to a farm with a man named Doug who owns goats. 🐐 Meanwhile, Steph reminds us why self-worth doesn’t come from swipe-right validation—and why choosing yourself is the ultimate power move.It’s honest. It’s unhinged. It’s everything you wish people would say out loud about post-op dating—but never do.If you’ve ever left a date starving, confused, or emotionally spiraling—this one’s for you.
Canada’s 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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