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Where are my Bariatric Girlies??? I’ve got news for you!

In today’s email, I’m updating you on the latest in my world of Bariatrics.  Even after 20 yrs, it is essential to be involved in the community!  Did you know that I have stepped into the role of moderator for the BARIATRIC BOOK CLUB on the last Tuesday of the month? We gather together to dive into thought-provoking reads, share diverse perspectives, engage in lively discussions, and build connections! During May, we are reading “Life Change” by Dr Darren Peterson, Bariatric surgeon at Florida Coast Weight Loss Center. Whether you’re pre-op, post-op, or simply exploring, this is a group for you and I can’t wait to embark on this literary journey together.

To join the Bariatric Book Club or if you simply want more information, you can get started here.

In Just 6 Months I will be headed to the BARIATRIC RETREAT 2024!!! Join Me Nov 7-10, 2024! 

During the month of May, you can grab a $50 discount with my promo code CURVYGIRLBETH when you book

At the upcoming Bariatric Retreat 2024 in San Diego, I will be Co-Hosting the Fashion Show! 

Get ready to strut your style and celebrate your progress in health and wellness. As always, 

I look forward to seeing you and sharing in laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, fabulous fashion! 

PLUS, I am honored to be a featured speaker at the Bariatric Retreat. I’ll be sharing insights, experiences, and inspiration from my 20 yr post RNY journey to empower and uplift our community. And, enlighten the bariatric community about LIPEDEMA and how to navigate the twists and turns that can occur throughout our journey. The weight loss surgery community holds such a special place in my heart and I cherish this opportunity to connect with each and every one on a deeper level. Register for  BARIATRIC RETREAT 2024 this coming November here AND be sure to use code CURVYGIRLBETH for $50 off during May!

Stay tuned for an upcoming LIVE podcast with Nerissa Davis Stewart, CEO and Chris Stewart, Director of Operations at the Bariatric Society and Bariatric Book Club so we can get to know them better and learn about all they are doing to build the Bariatric community.

LIPEDEMA LADIES

It was great to see those of you Lipedema Ladies who joined in on last week’s Zoom for our FDRS2024 conference recap! As we continue to ride the wave of inspiration and momentum from FDRS, I’m excited to follow up with monthly Zoom meetups.  Our next Lipedema Zoom will be Monday, June 3rd at 4:30 – 6:00pm Pacific / 7:30 – 9pm! 

 to add it to your calendar and I’ll see you there.

LIPEDEMA LADIES

Be sure to join my private women’s Facebook community Transforming U, where we will be transforming together and supporting one another on our journeys. I personally have just embarked on a new journey last week and I’m looking forward to sharing more with you within this small, safe, private community.

FREE MOTHER’s DAY GIFT

Finally, Mother’s Day is this Sunday and I hope you take a moment to celebrate motherhood. 

As a gift to you, I am offering my closest audience a 2 hour fashion styling appointment at no charge in celebration of Mother’s Day. Can’t wait to work with you, ADD NAME HERE

Link: https://calendly.com/curvygirlbeth-1/fashion-styling-appointment-mothers-day-special
Promo code: Mom2024

FAVORITE BRANDS DEALS

Here are some of my favorite brands that I love and have discount codes to pass on to you. You can also use the links on my shop page to connect with retailers that I partner with. Hope this helps!

Lumen  $50 Discount on this Metabolic Tool in May

ProCare,  20% off with code: CGB20 

Bellicon, updates coming soon

Lipoelastic, discount code: Curvygirlbeth

Krack’d, discount code: CURVYGIRLBETH 

Amazon Exclusive Boutique, 

TikTok Showcase

SWAK, 

Lipedema and Inspirational Merch

Thank you for your continued support, enthusiasm, and dedication to our community. Together, we are unstoppable, and I can’t wait to see what amazing adventures lie ahead.

Love that you are here,

Beth

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Sign Up for Our EFT Series

I’m excited to invite you to a wellness series that I’ll be hosting with Lauren Fonvielle (@laurenic0le). 

Our series, “Managing Pain with Tapping: Introduction to the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT),” includes five sessions covering the topics of Pain, Acceptance, Anxiety, Overwhelm, and Mobility. By utilizing tapping, Lauren will guide us toward self-healing to break through physical, mental or emotional obstacles.

I am so happy to be bringing this healing series to my community. Click here to register for one of our upcoming dates.

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Making My Mother Proud: Macy’s Affiliate Announcement

Oh, how my Mother would be SO thrilled, amazed, and even proud! In my family, we didn’t celebrate moments we should have been proud of because we were taught to be humble regardless of the accomplishment. It’s hard for me to let go of this habit, so know that when I share with you the latest happenings in my life, it’s a growth moment, because I am actually going out of my way purposefully to share in the interest of learning and blossoming further into myself and my entrepreneur journey.

With all that said, I am totally excited myself!!! Not only is Macy’s one of the largest and oldest department stores in the USA, it is also MY personal favorite since childhood! I grew up a mile from the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, New York, and Macy’s was an anchor department store. Later, when I moved to California, while I was living in San Diego, I was recruited to become a part of the Human Resources team at Macy’s in Sherman Oaks at the Fashion Square Mall. That was a dream come true!

For me, this is all a return to my beginnings. I studied Business in College; Marketing was my major and Advertising was my minor. Plus, I had a concentration in Fashion. (Doesn’t it all make sense now? lol) Now that I’m a Macy’s affiliate, you will be able to shop through my link for any product they carry online. If the purchase is eligible, I may earn a commission. And, if there are special sales or discounts I can offer, you will be the first to know!

I believe Macy’s is the ultimate place to shop because you can find most things there. Of course, I enjoy the clothing options. They offer a broad range of sizes and good quality pieces. At the FDRS conference in Atlanta last weekend, I wore three dresses from Macy’s. I even had to stop by their Perimeter location to buy a pair of pajamas because I needed something warmer to sleep in than what I brought. In addition to all the clothing items anyone could need, they also have wonderful offerings for jewelry, perfumes, shoes, makeup, purses/belts, furniture, bedding, housewares, collectibles, and toys.

Take a look at my Macy’s link here and let me know what you ordered. I’d appreciate it if you’d save my link to shop through anytime you’re shopping at Macy’s. And, if you need some help with styling, remember you can schedule a discovery call with me to see if it would be helpful to work together. We can shop virtually together!  (I know a bit about interior decorating too and I’ve got awesome staging skills.)

Each of my dresses were well received and they got lots of compliments. Take a look and you’ll notice the quality and design.

I hope you find some items you’ve been looking for and this helps to make your summer shopping easier. I’m sure that you’ll find what you need at Macy’s!

~ Beth

PS – Let me know if there are brands you’d like me to reach out to so I can ask for discounts to share.

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Body Positive Oscar Nominees: 3 A-List Actors Spreading Body Acceptance

There’s been no shortage of social movements that have made waves at the Oscars. Black Lives Matter, #metoo, and #timesup have all been called out directly from the stage. Some highly regarded, Oscar-nominated actors have also been vocal in the body positivity movement, spreading messages of body acceptance and self-love on the red carpet, in press interviews, and even in their acceptance speeches. We have even seen advocacy for health organizations.

Here are three A-list, Oscar-nominated actors who have made their stances for body positivity.

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Melissa McCarthy

Talented comedienne, Melissa McCarthy, has been nominated for two Oscars: in 2012 for Best Supporting Actress in Bridesmaids, and, recently, in 2019 for Best Actress in Can You Ever Forgive Me? She is known for her work in TV shows like Gilmore Girls and hit comedies like The Heat and Spy.

Melissa has faced her share of body shaming over the years, which makes it all the more heartening that she continues to promote a message of body acceptance. “There’s an epidemic in our country of girls and women feeling bad about themselves based on what 0.5% of the human race looks like,” she told Redbook Magazine. “…enjoy and embrace whatever body type you have.”

Melissa even launched a plus-size clothing line called Seven7, telling People Magazine that she wanted her clothes to be sold on main floors rather than separated into a “plus-size” section. “I know what it’s like not being able to go shopping with my friends because ‘women like me’ have been hidden away on a different floor,” she said.

I can’t agree more with the normalization of plus-size clothing and body types too, Melissa!

Jonah Hill

Jonah Hill, known for his appearances in Judd Apatow comedies, then his shift to more serious roles, has been twice Oscar nominated for Best Supporting Actor: in 2011 for Moneyball and 2013 for The Wolf of Wall Street.

Over the years, Jonah has been open and honest about his weight issues. Long typecast as a schlubby sidekick, he lost 40 pounds in 2011 in an effort to steer his career in another direction. But as he revealed in an Instagram post in 2021, Jonah has finally reached a place of comfort and acceptance of his body, no matter what weight he is.

“I don’t think I ever took my shirt off in a pool until I was in my mid-30s,” Jonah posted. “I’m 37 and finally love and accept myself… This isn’t a ‘good for me’ post… It’s for the kids who don’t take their shirt off at the pool. Have fun. You’re wonderful and awesome and perfect.”

Thanks for spreading such a great message, Jonah! Acceptance is certainly key!

Kathy Bates

Prolific actress Kathy Bates has been nominated three times for Best Supporting Actress: in 1999 for Primary Colors, in 2003 for About Schmidt, and in 2020 for Richard Jewell. She won her Oscar for Best Actress in 1991 for the film Misery. In recent years, she’s become known for her showstopping turns on American Horror Story.

Kathy is a two-time cancer survivor who became an ambassador for the Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) after her own health scare. In 2012, she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy. As a result, afterwards, she developed lymphedema: painful swelling in her arms caused by her cancer treatment, which compromised her lymphatic system leading to the accumulation of lymph fluid that remains stagnant and causes swelling.

Kathy addressed the stigma of women’s health issues in the film industry and how standards are changing in an interview with WebMD. “Back in 2003, when I had ovarian cancer, my agent told me not to tell anyone about it,” she said. “When the breast cancer diagnosis came, I knew I wanted to be honest about it.”

Now, she is outspoken about the challenges of living with lymphedema and her mastectomy. She doesn’t use breast prostheses in daily life, only putting them on when a role requires it. “I’ve joined the ranks of women who are going flat, as they say. I don’t have breasts – so why do I have to pretend like I do?”

Your resilience and advocacy for the awareness of women’s health issues that you are helping to spread is inspiring and such a support to the body acceptance movement, Kathy!

At this year’s Oscars, we’ll all be looking for even more motivational messages to influence the audience to support body positivity towards themselves and others. Be sure to follow my journey at Curvygirlbeth across social media and join my email list for more body positive inspiration and the latest news about lipedema, women’s health, and body acceptance.

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