Everyone Talks About Weight Loss—But Not THIS Part of the Journey
Bariatric regain is real—and it's time we talk about it. In this raw and relatable episode of the Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Mel sits down with a bariatric therapist Ashlyn Douglass Barnes to unpack the emotional rollercoaster that follows weight loss surgery (WLS).🎙️ Whether you're struggling with regain, processing change after surgery, or dealing with grief and food addiction, this episode is your safe space to feel seen, supported, and informed. We discuss:How Mel lost 53 lbs again after a regainThe power (and pain) of GLP-1 meds like Ozempic & Wegovy & MounjaroDivorce, dopamine, and why food addiction isn’t what you thinkWhy grief shows up even after “good” changesTherapy tools for navigating emotional eating & self-worth💬 Plus: Tips to reconnect with your post-op “why,” how to find a bariatric therapist, and the link between trauma, family systems, and healing.📌 Helpful Links:🧠 Therapist Directory: FindABariatricTherapist.com📸 Follow Mel: @melunfiltered.vsg🧰 Download your FREE Swag & Resources: JBY Swag Bag🛑 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more mental health & WLS insights!
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Scott Bagwell Gets Real: 1000-lb Best Friends & Life After Surgery
Welcome back, OSLP Family! 🎙️Today, Mel sits down with the AMAZING Scott Bagwell — star of 1000-lb Best Friends and your favorite bariatric brother! 💙 From nearly 600lbs to walking Six Flags and THRIVING post-DS surgery, Scott shares it all — the good, the real, and the string cheese addiction that went viral! 😂🧀We chat about: ✨ How weight loss surgery saved his life🏥 His journey with Dr. Proctor and Beltline Health💪 Going from food addiction to fitness🧠 The real mental work behind transformation🌈 Living authentically and showing up for others🙌 Non-scale victories, crazy DMs, and TV life behind the scenes!This conversation is full of laughter, truth bombs, and heart. Scott is raw, unfiltered, and ALL about helping others feel less alone on their bariatric path.👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay up to date with all things OSLP!💬 Let us know below: What’s your biggest NSV so far? Our Sleeve Life Podcast (OSLP) is dedicated to empowering the bariatric community by providing education, support, and inspiration—all while challenging misconceptions about weight loss surgery.Exclusive OSLP Discount Codes:•ProCare Health: Use code OSLP for 15% off•POP Recovery Systems: Use code OSLPTA•American Dream Nut Butter: Use code OSLP•Ate App: Link ONLY•Dive Bar Nutrition: Use code OSLP•Built Bar: Use code OSLP•Devotion Nutrition: Use code OSLP5 Thank you for supporting the OSLP community and being part of the journey!
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From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: Travis’s 10-Year Bariatric Reflection
🎙️ WELCOME BACK OSLP FAM! 🎙️This week’s episode is PACKED with heart, laughs, and REAL talk as Mel aka melunfiltered.vsg flies solo and welcomes the amazing Travis Lee — aka @Travmc — to share his 10-year bariatric journey. From high school firework shenanigans to post-op revelations, Travis opens up about the challenges and triumphs of being a gay bariatric patient in the Midwest, the power of community, and learning how to live life FULLY after weight loss surgery. 💪🌈Mel and Travis both celebrate a DECADE post-op, and they’re diving deep into everything from gas pain and first bites, to dating, skin insecurity, regain, and building sustainable routines (spoiler alert: Travis is up at 4am 🕓 and thriving!).✨ BONUS: We’re just DAYS away from the Just Be You Bariatric Awards Show! 🎉 If you haven’t grabbed your ticket yet — what are you waiting for?! Come surround yourself with people who GET IT.💬 TOPICS WE COVER:Travis’s 179 lb weight loss journey 💥Life-changing bariatric moments & firstsDealing with regain and getting back on trackHow community keeps us accountableTips for early post-op strugglesAnd why routines are EVERYTHING 🙌🎧 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE to stay up to date with all things Our Sleeved Life Podcast! Let’s grow this incredible bariatric community together.👇 LINKS & RESOURCES 👇🎟️ Get Your JBY Tickets Now: Buy Now!📲 Follow Travis: @Travmc🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major platforms!📌 Follow us on IG: @oursleevedlifepodcast👕 Shop JBY Merch (available for 60 days only!): Shop Here! Our Sleeve Life Podcast (OSLP) is dedicated to empowering the bariatric community by providing education, support, and inspiration—all while challenging misconceptions about weight loss surgery.Exclusive OSLP Discount Codes:•ProCare Health: Use code OSLP for 15% off•POP Recovery Systems: Use code OSLPTA•American Dream Nut Butter: Use code OSLP•Ate App: Link ONLY•Dive Bar Nutrition: Use code OSLP•Built Bar: Use code OSLP•Devotion Nutrition: Use code OSLP5Thank you for supporting the OSLP community and being part of the journey!
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13 Unspoken Rules No One Tells You After Bariatric Surgery Epi 306
🎧 13 Unspoken Rules of Bariatric Life and it is just the beginning—here’s what nobody tells you.Join Mel & Kellie from Our Sleeved Life Podcast as they spill the real talk on what truly happens after bariatric surgery. This empowering episode dives into the 13 unspoken rules every WLS warrior should know—touching on everything from regain realities and food relationships to mental health and body changes.💬 Here’s what you’ll learn:✅ Why comparison steals joy from your journey✅ What to expect with loose skin and how to embrace it✅ The lifelong rule of protein, water & vitamins✅ How to recognize head hunger vs. actual hunger✅ Why mental health & therapy are game changers✅ Navigating unsupportive people & setting boundaries✅ Why regain is normal—and not a failure✅ How your bathroom habits, food tolerance & taste buds may change🎁 The JBY Digital Swag Bag is OPEN! Click the link in the description to grab your goodies!🎟️ Some tickets still available—grab yours now at jbyawards.com💸 Use code JBY2025 for $20 OFF your ticket! Don't wait—limited spots left!👯♀️ Brought to you by Our Sleeved Life PodcastFollow us on IG:✨ Mel → @melunfiltered.vsg✨ Kellie → @sleevedfromtheashes🧡 Sponsored by ProCare Health#OurSleevedLife #13RulesOfBariatrics #BariatricSupport #WeightLossSurgeryJourney #WLSCommunity #PostOpLife #WLSRealTalk #HeadHunger #BariatricMentalHealth #LooseSkinJourney #RegainIsReal #ProteinWaterVitamins #WLSPanel #BariatricEmpowerment
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Everyone’s Talking About the Just Be You Bariatric Awards… Here’s Why! Epi 305
Get ready to shine in the latest Bari Connected episode featuring your favorite bariatric queens, Mel & Kellie from Our Sleeved Life Podcast! This special edition is all about the Just Be You Awards—the first-of-its-kind celebration honoring authenticity, resilience, and community in the bariatric space. 🏆💖Whether you're pre-op, post-op, or simply curious about the weight loss surgery journey, this episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking inspiration, support, and real talk. Sponsored by ProCare Health, we dive deep into the power of showing up as your authentic self.🔥 In This Episode You’ll Discover:✔️ How support transforms your WLS journey✔️ What the Just Be You Bariatric Awards are all about✔️ Tips on mental health, supplements & self-care post-surgery✔️ Inspiring stories from Mel, Kellie, and Hayley✔️ How Bari Connected & ProCare Health uplift the WLS community🎤 Meet the Voices of Empowerment:✨ Hayley Flores (@taking.back.hayley) – VSG warrior & ProCare Health advocate✨ Melanie (@melunfiltered) – Co-host, founder of the Just Be You Awards✨ Kellie (@sleevedfromtheashes) – Mental health advocate & co-host🔔 Join the movement. Celebrate your journey. Just Be You.💬 Tell us in the comments: What does “Just Be You” mean to YOU?📌 Stay Connected:👉 Follow @oursleevedlifepodcast👉 Learn more about ProCare Health: https://www.procarehealth.com👉 jbyawards.com for the Just Be You Awards#JustBeYouAwards #BariConnected #OurSleevedLifePodcast #WLSCommunity #VSGJourney #BariatricSupport #ProCareHealth #MentalHealthAfterWLS #BariatricLife #PostOpWellness #WeightLossSurgery
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