Thank you to everyone who joined us for our bariatric surgery support group on Monday 21 July 2025. This month’s session took a more informal and personal approach with a patient-led group discussion.
We sat in a circle and opened the floor to whatever topics were on people’s minds. It was a safe, supportive space where everyone had a chance to speak and share.
🗣️ Topics covered included:
- The challenges of the post-op diet stages
- How to feel comfortable eating out at restaurants
- Coping with the reactions of family, friends, or colleagues after surgery
- Stories from people newly post-op and others who were 10 years down the track
Everyone brought unique experiences and insights, which made for a rich and meaningful conversation. Whether you were just starting your journey or have been living with your surgery results for years, there was something for everyone to take away.
☕ Refreshments and Resources
As always, we enjoyed tea, coffee, and a fresh fruit platter during the evening.
A big thank you to BN Healthy, who provided:
- A range of sample products
- Information pamphlets on topics such as hair loss, iron deficiency, and multivitamin use
🎉 Lucky Door Prize
We finished off with our lucky door prize, always a fun way to end the night.
We look forward to seeing you at our next support group meeting. Everyone is welcome, whether you are pre-op, post-op, or supporting someone through their journey.
