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Bariatric City

Bariatric Lifestyle Coaching
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Each individual is going to have specific reasons for contemplating or having surgery, these reasons  can vary greatly but underlying all of them is a common desire and goal to become more healthy. Being healthy looks different for everyone and each individual’s body is going to respond differently. 

The information provided by Bariatric City is science based and experience driven. It is intended to be a depiction of real everyday life situations, how to overcome them and be successful in your personal journey, ultimately reaching your health goals. 

Bariatric surgery is not a quick fix, it is a doorway to better health and wellness. It is a way of life.

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Find balance between nutrition, movement, and your everyday life.

Spark enthusiasm, get encouragement, and build relationships.

Is Surgery Right For You?

Get all of the facts before undergoing the knife!
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YOU ARE YOUR OWN HERO! QUIT READING EVERYONE ELSE’S STORIES AND CREATE YOUR OWN.

THERE IS ENDLESS AMOUNTS OF INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET; AMAZING TRANSFORMATIONS AND HORROR STORIES, ALL OF WHICH CAN CREATE FEELINGS OF ANXIETY, DISTRESS AND SELF DOUBT. THERE ARE BENEFITS AND RISKS INVOLVED IN UNDERGOING THE KNIFE. WE WILL DISCUSS THE LONG TERM PERMANENT PHYSICAL EFFECTS, THE INEVITABLE MENTALITY SHIFTS, AND THE LIFESTYLE COMMITMENTS THAT COME WITH BARIATRIC SURGERY.

SOME INDIVIDUALS DISCOVER THAT SURGERY IS NOT RIGHT FOR THEM, THEY CONTINUE SEEING A HEALTH COACH; SET CLEAR AND ACHIEVABLE GOALS, WORK DILIGENTLY AND ULTIMATELY REVERSE THEIR HEALTH CONCERNS.

Pre-Surgical Coaching

Give yourself the time it takes to make changes before surgery.

What to expect after surgery.
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THE DECISION TO UNDERGO BARIATRIC SURGERY IS EXTREMELY PERSONAL AND SHOULD NEVER BE TAKEN LIGHTLY, THE EFFECTS ARE PERMANENT AND LIFE ALTERING….. YOU MAY BE THINKING, YA ISN’T THAT THE POINT? YES AND NO. YES, THE SURGERY RESULTS IN PERMANENT ANATOMY CHANGES, HOWEVER THE INITIAL HEALTH BENEFITS AND ACCOMPANYING WEIGHTLOSS MAY NOT BE.

BARIATRIC SURGERY IS NOT A FIX ALL, THERE ARE SEVERAL LIFELONG COMMITMENTS YOU ACQUIRE WITH THE SURGERY, ONES THAT ARE OFTENTIMES NOT WIDELY DISCUSSED.

PRE-SURGICAL COACHING IS A GREAT WAY TO EXPLORE ALL OF THE CHANGES AND PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES THAT ARE NON-NEGOTIABLE FOR YOUR HEALTH AFTER UNDERGOING THE KNIFE.

Post-Surgical Coaching

What happens after the honeymoon phase is over?

Long Term maintenance.
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Bariatric surgery is not for the faint of Heart, it takes a great amount of dedication and determination to get through the pre-surgery process and the initial trauma of the procedure. The length of time it takes your body to recalibrate after surgery varies from person to person; this is known as the “Honeymoon” Phase. Factors such as the state of health your body was in prior to, and the type of bariatric surgery you had play a major role. It is usually during this phase that patients find their mind needs time to catch up with their bodies, and adjust to their body’s new image .

Others find habit changes that come with the surgery harder to implement into their daily routines and struggle settling into their new lifestyle. Lifestyle changes after surgery range from taking vitamins and supplements several times a day, to taking smaller bites and not consuming liquid during mealtimes, as well as ongoing lifelong follow-up doctor appointments and bloodwork.

Relationship dynamics change with themselves, others and with food and substances such as alcohol. Falling into previous habits can happen quickly, oftentimes patients do not reach out for guidance,help and support due to the perceived shame of being a “failure”.

You already have what it takes to be successful. Together we can work through your individual circumstance and find what works best for you.

Surround yourself with people who support and believe in you.

Even if we all eat the same foods and do the same exercises we would look different.

Embrace your uniqueness and thrive.

Before & After

Our Bariatric Lifestyle Coach is well informed and knowledgeable about the process leading up to and after bariatric surgery, having had the sleeve gastrectomy herself in 2016. She can relate to you as a patient as well as help you navigate new lifestyle changes regardless of what phase in your personal journey towards better health and wellness you are in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bariatric City

What is Bariatric Lifestyle Coaching?
Bariatric Lifestyle Coaching focuses on the nuances that are specific to individuals that have undergone one of the bariatric surgeries. The same principles of Health and Wellness Coaching applies to Bariatric Lifestyle Coaching.
What is the “Honeymoon” Phase?
A term appointed by the medical community- it is considered the first 12-18 months following bariatric surgery; during this phase most pre-surgical medical concerns* diminish.
What are some Pre-Surgical medical conditions that can diminish with Bariatric Surgery
Including but not limited to-diabetes, high blood pressure and obstructive sleep apnea.