When Sarah chose gastric bypass surgery (RNY), she expected a life-changing weight loss journey she didn’t expect that losing weight would help save her life from Stage 3 breast cancer. In this candid episode for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mel sits down with long-time OSLP listener Sarah (@pullingtogetherfive) to discuss navigating bariatric surgery, discovering an invasive lobular carcinoma, undergoing chemo and Aesthetic Flat Closure (AFC), and holding her family together through it all.
Whether you are navigating weight loss surgery, dealing with an unexpected medical diagnosis, or looking for authentic bariatric community support, this conversation offers deep insight into listening to your body, practicing self-advocacy, and finding strength in vulnerability.
📚 Featured Book Mentioned in the Episode
• "What Happens When Someone I Love Has Cancer?" by Sara Olsher (A guide to help kids understand a cancer diagnosis and hard conversations)
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