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Bariatric Dietitian, Steph Wagner MS RD CSOWM www.bariatricfoodcoach.com
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Welcome to the page for Bariatric Food Coach! You can visit the webpage for a complete list of recipes, meal plans and services at www.bariatricfoodcoach.com

Any questions or request can be sent to me directly at steph@bariatricfoodcoach.com

01/30/2026

Today I picked up a City of Kansas City proclamation recognizing Your Weight Matters Day.

On March 21, the Obesity Action Coalition is hosting Your Weight Matters Kansas City—a free community education event focused on understanding obesity as a disease and reducing stigma.

I’ll be speaking alongside an obesity medicine physician and a behavioral health psychologist to share evidence-based education and practical support.

Free breakfast. Giveaways. No judgment.

Kansas City, you’re invited. 💙

01/27/2026

For bariatric dietitians 👋

When a patient emails six weeks post-op asking about crackers or bread, it’s easy to jump straight into education.
But pause and remember how much they’ve already changed.

Those questions are often about salty, crunchy, normal-feeling food — not rule-breaking.

Encouragement first. Guidance second.

And yes, in-between emails can feel draining. But that support is part of care. It builds trust, improves retention, and keeps patients connected instead of turning to the other sources of information.

Advocate for admin time to do this work well.
And if the volume is too high, advocate for more dietitians.

We are arguably the most relational part of the care team — and relational care takes time.

This is the work.

01/23/2026

There’s a much thinner line between weight loss and maintenance than most people realize. That’s why realistic, consistent eating tends to work better long term than highly restrictive plans. Maintenance doesn’t usually require a whole new approach — it often looks like staying steady with what already works. 💛

01/22/2026

Pre-op and post-op diets matter—but they are not meant to define the rest of your life.
Once healing is complete, the focus shifts to food relationship, habits, environment, sleep, movement, and goals you actually care about.

Restriction is temporary.
Support is long-term.
And your voice matters in the process. 💛

I’d love to hear your thoughts—patient or provider.
Does this approach resonate with you?

01/07/2026

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans were released today.

And honestly?
There are things I like.
There are things that really surprised me.

One thing I do want to say clearly:
Even if someone followed these guidelines perfectly, it does not guarantee prevention of chronic disease.

Food matters. Nutrition matters.
But biology, genetics, environment, stress, access, sleep, medications, and life all matter too. I wish we were more careful about the promises we attach to food alone—because when disease still happens, people tend to blame themselves.

And that’s not fair. Or accurate.

These guidelines are written for the general population—not for your medical history, your surgery, your medications, or your relationship with food. When we try to translate them without support, things can get confusing fast.

That’s where personalized guidance from a dietitian really matters.
Not more rules—but context, compassion, and care that actually fits you.

More thoughts to come when I have time to unpack it all.
For now, just know this: you’re not meant to figure this out alone 💛

12/30/2025

MS - Masters of Science in Food and Nutrition

RD- Registered Dietitian

CSOWM - Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management

But where the magic really happens is when science gets translated to people. If you know me, you know that’s what matters the most to me. But having the deep well of knowledge means I’m helping in the truest, safest ways possible. It’s not made up, it’s rooted.

12/29/2025

🌱 Fresh Start Refresh! What’s it do for you??

If the idea of a “New Year reset” feels more exhausting than motivating, this is for you.

The Fresh Start Refresh is an encouraging, guided habit refresh designed to help you rebuild routines without perfection, pressure, or extremes — especially for life before or after bariatric surgery.

This isn’t about starting over.
It’s about supporting the habits you already have and setting up your environment so healthy choices feel easier.

✨ Short weekly videos
✨ A simple companion guide
✨ Community support (you don’t have to do this alone)

It works whether you’re early post‑op, years out, or using obesity medications as part of your care. These tools are powerful — habits and environment help them work better.

You don’t need a harsher plan.
You need steadiness, support, and permission to move forward gently.

💛 Learn more about the Fresh Start Reset + New Year Sale at the link in my bio.

You’re not starting over —
you’re building on what you already have with clarity and support!

12/23/2025

First GLP-1 Pill for Obesity treatment is now FDA Approved!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!!!

11/17/2025

If you live in Memphis or nearby, come see me at the Your Weight Matters in Memphis on December 6! This free event, hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition and the YMCA of Memphis & The Mid-South, with opening remarks from Mayor Paul Young celebrating Your Weight Matters Memphis Day!

My session is “finding an eating strategy that works for you” - all about focus, focusing on realistic and sustainable nutrition strategies for lasting health.

Saturday, December 6, Hilton, Memphis, free breakfast and giveaways, RSVP linked in my stories!

Yourweightmatters.com/memphis

11/10/2025

The 2025 Bariatric Food Coach Holiday Planner is ready to download 🎄

Busy schedules and tempting food environments are the real culprits of holiday weight gain. Naming what matters most to you now- and saying no to the other things- gives you margin. Let’s try that!

You’ll find meal planning tools, party tips, and even our new Holiday Events designed to help you stay on track and enjoy the season.

✨ Download it free at [link in bio]
✨ Premier Access members — the Holiday Hub is open!

10/12/2025

It’s not just about attending a conference — it’s about showing up to learn what will help you most.

At , I spend days hearing from experts in obesity medicine, metabolism, and behavior change… all so I can bring home the latest tools, research, and encouragement for real life after surgery.

I’m reminded every time — we aren’t meant to do this alone.

This 👆is how I stay your trusted guide in a changing landscape.

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