The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly of Bariatric Surgery; 100 True Realities You May Face Along the Way

The honest, compassionate bariatric guide that tells you what really happens before, during, and after weight-loss surgery. If you're preparing for bariatric surgery or trying to understand everything that comes after; it's easy to feel overwhelmed, scared, or unprepared. This warm, realistic guide gently walks you through 100 true bariatric realities that patients commonly face, but rarely hear about. With a friendly, patient-to-patient tone, this book explains the emotional shifts, physical changes, mindset hurdles, victories, setbacks, and surprising truths that shape the bariatric journey. Inside, readers will discover: • Pre-op expectations and emotional challenges • Early post-op truths including fatigue, hormones, nausea, and anxiety • Mindset changes, identity shifts, and relationship dynamics • Stalls, plateaus, and the mental side of weight-loss • Long-term lifestyle realities and body-image complexities • Encouraging thought prompts to reflect on progress • End-of-chapter summaries for clarity • Helpful checklists and patient-centered guidance Written with honesty and empathy, this guide validates the real experiences bariatric patients face at every stage. Whether you're preparing for surgery, newly post-op, or years along, this book offers reassurance, clarity, and comfort; without fear-based language or sugarcoating. Perfect for RNY, VSG, DS, SADI, and anyone seeking realistic bariatric support.