You didn’t go through bariatric surgery just to feel confused about food again.
Most women receive a short packet of information from their clinic… a few follow-up visits… and then they’re expected to figure the rest out on their own.
As a Bariatric Dietitian with 20 years of experience, I help women create clear nutrition plans, build sustainable habits, and confidently navigate every phase of the journey — from the honeymoon phase to long-term maintenance.
Bariatric Surgery Changes Your Body — But It Doesn’t Automatically Teach You How to Live in It.
After surgery, many women feel hopeful… but also overwhelmed.
You might be wondering:
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Am I eating the right foods for this phase?
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Why is my weight loss slowing down?
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Why am I suddenly feeling hungry again?
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Am I doing something wrong?
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How do I prevent regain?
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Most bariatric programs provide very limited nutrition guidance, and visits with the clinic dietitian are often short and months apart.
Meanwhile, the internet is filled with conflicting advice, influencer opinions, and one-size-fits-all plans. So many women end up feeling...
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Confused about what they should eat
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Afraid they’ll “mess up” their surgery
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Frustrated when progress slows
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Alone in a journey that’s actually very complex
And quietly, many begin to worry: “What if this doesn’t work either?”
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Without the right structure and support, old habits can easily creep back in.
But you don’t have to figure this out on your own.
Work With Me
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You Don’t Need More Information — You Need the Right Plan and Support.
Hi, I’m Dana White, a Registered Dietitian with 20+ years of experience specializing exclusively in bariatric nutrition.
For 15 years, I worked in a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, collaborating closely with surgeons, nurses, and the full care team — and training other dietitians in the complexities of bariatric nutrition.
During that time, I noticed something over and over again:
Patients were motivated and hopeful…
But they simply didn’t receive enough guidance or ongoing support after surgery.
So I created coaching programs designed to give bariatric patients what they truly need:
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Clear nutrition strategies
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Personalized plans
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Ongoing coaching and accountability
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A supportive community
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Expert guidance through every phase of the journey
My goal is simple: To help you lose the weight, protect your health, and maintain your results for life.
A Simple Plan For Navigating Your Bariatric Journey
STEP 1
Identify Your Current Phase
Your needs are different depending on where you are in the journey.
Pre-Op to 18 Months Post-Op
18 Months Post-Op + Beyond!
STEP 2
Choose Your Level of Support
Both phases have 3 levels of support you can choose from:
Level 1:
Community Membership
Level 2:
Personalized Guidance
Level 3:
Private Coaching Sessions
STEP 3
Ongoing Coaching & Support
Through weekly coaching calls, structured meal plans, and expert guidance, you’ll never feel like you’re navigating this journey alone.
You'll have support every step of the way as you work towards your goals!
A Glimpse Inside the Phases & Levels Of Support
Bariatric Jumpstart
Pre-Op to 18 Months Post-Op
Optimize nutrition, movement, and lifestyle to meet your weight loss goal during this honeymoon period while building core habits for long-term success.
Bariatric Jumpstart helps you build the habits that protect your results for life through:
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Protein-focused nutrition - I know it’s not always easy!
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Increasing meal variety and adding plant foods over time
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Continuously adjusting meal timing and spacing
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Navigating stalls and plateaus
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Focusing on preserving muscle mass and changing body composition
Build a strong foundation to meet your goal and keep the weight off.
Bariatric NextStep
18 Months Post-Op and Beyond
Over time, you may begin to notice larger portions, increased hunger & cravings, slower weight loss, and weight gradually creeping back on. Of course, this can make you nervous; you’ve come too far to slide backwards.
Bariatric NextStep helps you regain clarity and control through:
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Refocusing on yourself and this journey
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Redefining nutritional goals & creating a meal plan for this phase
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Balance blood sugar to control hunger and cravings
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Shift focus to fat loss and muscle building
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Optimize results with GLP-1s and maintenance strategies
Get back on track with a clear plan.
Support Options
Choose the exact level of guidance you need.
LEVEL 1: COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP
The most accessible way to get support in the bariatric journey! Perfect if you want to be part of a community and continue learning about nutrition, movement, and lifestyle changes to be successful.
LEVEL 2: PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE
Personalized support, where we begin with a 1:1 video session to create our plan. Plus, you'll have continuous text access support.
LEVEL 3: PRIVATE COACHING WITH DANA
Highest level of support with private coaching sessions and a personalized strategy. (Limited spots available)
Kind Words From Clients
"I started working with Dana around 5 months post-op. I was looking for support specific to me. Dana was everything I needed to be successful on my bariatric journey. She was always there to encourage, and offer suggestions, but most importantly a sound ear to help me navigate my first-year post-op. I attribute much of my success to her knowledge and leadership. Forever grateful to her!"
Laura Flusche | @fluscheeitaway
Private Coaching and Jumpstart Participant
"I absolutely loved working with Dana in her Jumpstart program. We not only received incredibly valuable information but also one-on-one support from Dana herself. It was so beneficial to me and my bariatric journey. I am so grateful for Dana and her program."
Sara Kadlec | @thebetteredblondie
Jumpstart Participant
"I'm so grateful for this program! Every week, I learn something useful and helpful! The topics are so on point for my post-surgery journey. I tell my husband every week how grateful I am that I stumbled across this right before surgery. My clinic is good and they provide us with resources, I'm in online support groups and I have friends that have had weight loss surgery. All of those things have been so helpful, but this program is a game-changer for me. I'm so aware that I'd still be so lost without this! Thank you!"
Dana
Jumpstart Participant
Imagine Moving Forward with Clarity and Confidence!
With the right guidance, bariatric surgery becomes more than a procedure.
It becomes the foundation for a completely new lifestyle.
Clients often experience:
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Consistent weight loss progress
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Stronger habits around food and movement
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Increased energy and confidence
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Freedom from constant confusion about nutrition
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Long-term weight maintenance
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Without the right support, many women struggle with:
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Missed protein and hydration goals
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Grazing or emotional eating patterns
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Weight loss stalls or regain
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Loss of confidence
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Feeling isolated in the journey
You deserve more than trying to figure this out on your own.
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