Navigating Disordered Eating: Insights from Kitty's Bariatric Journey Epi 239

Join us in this insightful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast as we dive into a crucial conversation about disordered eating within the bariatric community. Our guest, Kitty Ferguson-Mappus, LCSW, shares her remarkable journey as both a bariatric patient and a seasoned therapist, offering invaluable insights into this often overlooked aspect of post-surgery challenges. Kitty's expertise as an eating disorder specialist and her unique perspective as a former first responder and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor shine through as she delves into the complexities surrounding disordered eating post-bariatric surgery. With compassion and authenticity, Kitty sheds light on the nuanced relationships individuals develop with food, body image, and mental health throughout their weight loss journey. In this episode, we explore various facets of disordered eating, addressing the myths, challenges, and realities individuals face within the bariatric community. Kitty's expertise and personal experiences create a safe space for discussing these sensitive yet crucial topics, aiming to empower listeners with knowledge, understanding, and hope. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of disordered eating within the bariatric context and discover how Kitty's insights can offer guidance and support to those navigating similar challenges. OSLP strives to educate and inform the bariatric community and those with predetermined ideas about weight loss surgery.  Join our email list at www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com  for the latest OSLP updates.  Please consider supporting us on www.patreon.com/OSLP  and become a Badass Benchie! Watch replay for JBY2023 at jbyawards.com OSLP Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/oursleevedlifepodcast OSLP - Recommended Products: www.procarenow.com   https://divebarnutrition.com  www.greatideas.net.au  -Portion Perfection http://seqn.cc/m/oursleevedlifepodcast  - Join Sequence https://devotionnutrition.com/ www.sabpweightloss.com  - Tell them OSLP sent you http://ambassador.trevita.com/osl  Mexico WLS  https://thesleeveddietitian.com   Discount Codes from OSLP @procarenow OSLP⁠ @portionperfection OSLP @divebarnutrition OSLP @joinsequence OSLP @builtbar OSLP⁠ @devotionnutrition OSLP5 @the.t.r.i.b.e.membership OSLP⁠ @obvi OSLP15⁠⁠ @javy OSLP20 @uba.social OSLP