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Unique stories.
Shared experiences.
After receiving bariatric surgery in June of 2021, CeCe Chancellor craved other womens’ stories. She had so many questions for other patients: what brought them to this big change? And how were they navigating through the mental hunger and rapidly changes bodies?
As a podcast enthusiast, the path forward became clear. CeCe founded the BariDiaries as a platform for bariatric stories, so that patients could connect through conversation. From the podcast, to retreats to live events, BariDaries has blossomed into a leading hub for the WLS community.
My story
Hi!, I'm CeCe Chancellor. I have memories of growing up and not feeling comfortable in my own skin. As a first generation Mexican-American, I was working from a young age to help support my family. Childhood trauma, poverty, and my struggles with obesity also made my path really tough. But as a determined optimist, I pushed myself to get an education. I was the first in my family to get my Master’s degrees.
I’ve always had a call to serve, and an interest in the human service field. As a licensed chemical dependency counselor (LCDC) in the state of Texas, I learned a lot about addiction and how to talk to people. And as an active PTA mom, I got to explore my love for organizing and throwing events! I’ve had such a special career and family life, and truly no regrets, but my health was always a struggle...
My entire life, I suffered through diet after diet with no permanent results, and my hypothyroidism wasn’t helping any. After a battle with, (Triple Negative) breast cancer, I found losing all the weight was close to impossible --so I decided to make the decision that changed my life. On June 10, 2021, I had VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) surgery in San Angelo, Texas with Dr. Jastrow at the Shannon Medical Center. It was like a reboot to my whole system! Since then I’ve been able to lose the extra weight and maintain. Most of all, to just live out the healthy, food freedom life I always dreamed of. My own journey has inspired me to start BariDaries, so I wouldn't be alone and I could build a supportive community with amazing people looking to share their bariatric stories and make friendships and long lasting connections. A Bariatric Community.
How to Get Involved
Connect with us!
BariDaries is all about community, and there’s so many exciting ways to get involved and share your journey!
Join our Community
BariDiaries is an independent podcast, which means we need your support to keep going. Become a member to keep our conversations flowing.
Be a Guest
Have you had bariatric surgery? If so, come chat with CeCe on the podcast!
Submit a Story
You can also share your story through the written word. Your story could be featured on our website and in upcoming publications!
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