Hello, we are BariNation, a community of like-minded bariatric patients seeking the support, education, and experiences we need to find and maintain our happy, healthy weight before and after bariatric surgery. As patients, we were frustrated with the support we were offered, so we created exactly what we needed to succeed. By creating BariNation, we have found a new, loving family, our "BariFam"!
We create intentional, safe spaces for members to do the work of weight loss surgery, guided by experts in the bariatric field.
We are excited to welcome you into the BariNation Membership Community and support you every step. No matter your age or your stage, you belong in BariNation!
April, Jason, and Natalie
BariNation Co-Founders
Each month in BariNation, you will find
BariNation is built for *anyone* who is fighting the chronic disease of obesity. Our community serves patients of every age and stage of their bariatric journey, from surgical contemplation to patients 20 years post-op.
Our community is diverse and inclusive. We offer targeted support for our BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and 50 years and older communities, and our Inclusivity Committee works hard to ensure that everyone feels and knows that they belong in BariNation.
BariNation is built for:
We partner with some of the most respected and well-known experts in the bariatric fields to deliver meaningful and targeted support and education to our members. Our patient creators and moderators are passionate about supporting fellow patients and helping them navigate their bariatric lives. Meet some of our creators, experts, and moderators!
Behind everything we do at BariNation, you will find a real human. April, Jason, Natalie, and Jody are real patients who love connecting with fellow patients in service of our community!
Find all three on Instagram @bari.nation
If you have questions about our membership community, are an expert who would like to join our community, or have general BariNation business inquiries, please reach out to April Williams, our President and CEO, or Jody Bonansinga, our Chief Administration Officer
If you have questions about our podcast or social media, Natalie Tierney will be happy to answer your questions!