Balanced Bariatric Nutrition Academy: Coaching for Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery
Struggling to navigate life after bariatric surgery?
Taking GLP-1s and wondering how to make realistic nutritional choices that nourish your changing body?
you’re not alone.
BBN Academy offers structured and supportive coaching designed to help women like you build lasting habits, lose weight sustainably, and feel confident with food.
Melissa, RNY, Lost 220 lbs
Betsy, RNY, Lost 130 lbs
Haley, VSG, Lost 120 lbs
Every person’s post-op journey looks different.
That’s why my program is designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re a few weeks out from surgery or several years post-op.
With expert guidance from me, Haley Lemieux, RD, plus a community of women who truly understand your journey, you’ll never feel like you’re figuring it out alone.
BBN Academy
Level 1:
If you're looking for hands on support from a bariatric dietitian AND connection with other women who have had bariatric surgery, my coaching program, BBN Academy, offers community and accountability in a safe, encouraging space. No judgment, no comparison.
You’ll learn how to nourish your body after bariatric surgery alongside other women who get it.
What’s included:
✔️ A personalized pre or post-surgery nutrition plan
✔️ Guidance on finding the right portion sizes for you, listening to your hunger and fullness cues and honoring your bodies needs
✔️ Weekly in-depth check ins for accountability and to set you up for the week
✔️ Weekly food log review and individualized feedback based your diet stage, preferences and lifestyle
✔️ Weekly LIVE Q&A sessions with Haley (Tues at 12PM EST or Wed at 6PM EST) - join us to share your wins, talk through any struggles you’re facing and ask any questions!
✔️ Accountability and mindset coaching to help you stay consistent
✔️ Text support for encouragement, accountability and any questions you may have throughout the week
✔️ LIFETIME access to our resource vault including Nourished Bariatric Basics self-paced courses and Balanced Bariatric Bites Meal Planning Bundle
This program is perfect for anyone who’s tired of doing it alone and ready to build lasting habits in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I started working with Haley 6 months post op RNY and couldn’t be more thankful to have her play such a big role in my weight loss journey. Haley is genuine, kind, and knows her stuff! She listens, really listens, and never fails to have a strong game plan for my personal journey moving forward. Haley has helped me with so much, but one of the main things I have accomplished with her is consistency. I now consistently get my protein and intentional movement in each day. I now have a professional check in with me, someone who wants me to succeed— something I didn’t get with my surgeon’s program. Haley helps coach me in a way that is sustainable and balanced in all aspects: food, movement, and mindset. Huge thanks to Haley for taking me on as a client and simply being who she is!
- Tabatha
I began meeting with Haley in September 2020, she was so warm and receptive during our first zoom meeting, taking the time to discuss what my goals were, personal barriers/struggles, and my past issues regarding diet, exercise, and weight management. She suggested I focus on eating more balanced and complete meals at regular intervals to help stabilize my energy and moods, providing specific suggestions based on my lifestyle, preferences, and allergies. She helped me understand what it felt like to listen to my body as opposed to the number of calories I had been allotting myself each day. Haley is a rare combination of extremely educated and knowledgeable while providing emotional validation and support.
- Robin
I was immediately drawn to Haley when I found her on IG. Honest, compassionate and real. She’s all about helping you make sustainable, realistic, healthy lifestyle changes to meet your personal goals. I’m post-op gastric bypass, had surgery in March 2020. As a 1:1 client she helped me in a variety of ways- from providing me with high protein snack choices, to guiding me on intuitive eating, to helping me work through my emotional relationship with food. She truly cares and even though our 1:1 time is over I know she’s there if I need her and she continues to inspire me daily through her stories and posts.
- Beth
BBN Academy
Level 2:
This includes everything in Level 1, with the addition of a monthly 1:1 personalized coaching call with Haley.
This is perfect for anyone who wants extra support on their post-bariatric nutrition journey (plus your insurance may cover all or some of the sessions! Click here for more information).
Why Work With a Bariatric Dietitian?
After bariatric surgery, your nutritional needs are unique.
Generic advice or cookie-cutter dieting plans won’t work long-term. In fact, they often cause more harm than good.
Working with a registered dietitian who specializes in bariatric surgery helps you:
✔️ Understand your body’s changing needs throughout your weight loss journey
✔️ Avoid nutrient deficiencies and fatigue
✔️ Relearn hunger, fullness, and satisfaction cues
✔️ Build sustainable habits for lifelong weight maintenance
When you get personalized, realistic support, you stop guessing and start thriving.
What Makes My Approach Different
It’s all about nourishing your body in a balanced way.
✔️ No restrictive meal plans: You’ll never be told to eat a “perfect” diet
✔️ Realistic, flexible nutrition: Because you have a life, a family, and things to do
✔️ Mindset-first coaching: We’ll address habits, emotions, and your relationship with food
✔️ Sustainable results: Learn skills you can actually use, forever
You don’t need another diet. You need a guide who helps you feel confident in your choices, supported in your journey, and proud of how far you’ve come.
Andrea, SADI, lost 113 lbs
Why BBN Academy Works After Bariatric Surgery + Weight Loss
After surgery, it’s easy to feel isolated or unsure what to eat and how to maintain weight loss. BBN Academy provides:
✔️ Expert guidance from a bariatric dietitian
✔️ Structured, realistic nutrition and lifestyle habits
✔️ A supportive community of women on similar journeys
✔️ Confidence to stop fearing food and start thriving
With weekly calls, meal guidance, and accountability, you’ll finally feel supported, understood, and empowered to succeed.
Ready to join the BBN Academy?
You’ll gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to thrive after bariatric surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Anyone who wants to build lasting habits, lose weight sustainably, and feel confident with food with individualized support and community after bariatric surgery.
This program is also perfect for anyone whose insurance we don’t accept, or anyone who would like to add community and additional support to insurance-based services they’re already receiving from us.
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Tuesdays at 12PM EST or Wednesdays at 6PM EST, your choice!
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This program is a 6-12 month commitment. Many clients are with me for over a year though!
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I work with all bariatric surgeries including the gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, duodenal switch, and SADI-S. Each client’s nutrition plan is customized to their specific needs and surgical history.
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I work with my clients to come up with a plan that works for them. This looks different for everyone! During our time together, I will teach you how to create satisfying meals and snacks that meet your needs so that you are able to do this on your own after the program.