Monthly Archives: October 2017

Children – Children living in the home can have significant benefits from your weight loss surgery—healthier food options and an active role-model positively impacting their lifestyle habits now and for years to come. They may not appreciate those benefits—at least … Continue reading →

Parents – The emotional attachment of a parent to a child may reduce their ability to have a non-emotional assessment of the risks versus the benefits of weight loss surgery, even if the evidence is overwhelmingly positive, as it is … Continue reading →

Spouse/Significant Other — Spouses and significant others can have the most to gain or lose from your weight loss surgery. Your spouse may be 100% supportive and enjoy the journey right by your side. This happens when they don’t feel … Continue reading →

Members of Your Team Yourself  – You are the most important member of your support team. Keeping yourself mentally and physically in the game is essential for long-term success. Success is up to you–no one can do the work for … Continue reading →

Support is more likely to happen if you work to develop it, rather than just hoping it will occur. People are often willing to support your efforts to improve your health, but don’t always know how to best support you. … Continue reading →