<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[thick2slim]]></title><description><![CDATA[thick2slim]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 03:53:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Maintenance phase]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maintaining Weight Loss After RNY: Life 4 Years Post-Op Four years after undergoing Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RNY), I’ve learned that weight-loss surgery isn’t the finish line — it’s the beginning of a lifelong commitment. I’ve lost 126 pounds using my surgical tool, and today I’m in the maintenance phase, which is often the least discussed but most challenging part of the journey. I’m sharing this for education, honesty, and encouragement for anyone considering surgery, newly post-op, or...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/maintenance-phase</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69677e18f1ba376a5bc24fac</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:30:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tortellini crockpot recipe]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Creamy Crockpot Tortellini Ingredients 1 (36 oz) package refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce and 1 jar (12 oz) Alfredo sauce 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter) 1 cup shredded mozzarella ½ cup grated Parmesan 1 tsp Italian seasoning ½ tsp garlic powder Salt &#38; pepper to taste Optional add-ins: Cooked Italian sausage or ground beef Spinach or kale Mushrooms]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/tortellini-crockpot-recipe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6951c5bc82b42641364477d8</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:06:48 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brunch Casserole]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hash Brown Chicken Sausage, Peppers &#38; Egg Casserole Ingredients 1 (20–24 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns (thawed) or 6 1/2 frozen hash brown patties 12 oz chicken sausage (Italian or breakfast style), sliced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 small onion, diced (optional) 8 large eggs ¾ cup milk or half-and-half 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby-Jack, or mozzarella) 2 tbsp olive oil or butter 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder ½ tsp paprika Salt &#38; pepper to...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/brunch-casserole</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695162bb82b4264136436b3a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:06:12 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christmas Trendy nail set]]></title><description><![CDATA[Okay but this set is such a moment ✨ Your Christmas nails are giving cozy meets chic—the green sweater nail brings that soft, winter-knit texture that feels like a warm latte in December, while the Christmas patchwork nails keep it playful and on-trend. The nude base makes everything feel elevated and clean, and those red stripes add just the right pop of classic holiday magic without going over the top. It’s festive, modern, and Pinterest-worthy—perfect for sipping wine, wrapping gifts,...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/christmas-trendy-nail-set</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6940f21a24d4646829cb954a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:48:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_f9294636d21c4c5fa8c32f7d89aa6633~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hair Care After Bariatric Surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[ Hair care after WLS]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/hair-care-after-bariatric-surgery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e9be4fc32c6bb191388ef6</guid><category><![CDATA[Hair]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 02:39:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_b6663ccee03d4e3f867fc311252b361e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longterm living after Bariatrics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Long-Term Living After Bariatric Surgery: Success Beyond Year 3 The first few years after bariatric surgery are filled with rapid...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/longterm-living-after-bariatrics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d42f85a557837bd1be5c3b</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:54:55 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental side of Bariatrics]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mental Side of Bariatrics: Healing Beyond the Scale Bariatric surgery changes your body, but the journey goes far deeper than pounds...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/mental-side-of-bariatrics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cedd5ff096c49fe788cec4</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 17:01:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_e00712f597644bd3aaa5bb324a2067f2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Movement that Matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Movement That Matters: Fitness for Every Stage After Bariatric Surgery Exercise after bariatric surgery isn’t about punishing your...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/movement-that-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ce634b6a50cd5b596d1e42</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 08:21:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_980cfbca54bf48a48a22091ea5dbabbc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nutrition After Bariatrics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Second part of series]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/nutrition-after-bariatrics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cc41060992ae54ecf9f638</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:29:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_07aec2d79d734b93853cd4ba81fc62b3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Honey Moon Phase]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Honeymoon Phase: What to Expect in Your First Year After Bariatric Surgery The first year after bariatric surgery is often called the...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/honey-moon-phase</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cb07f6c773c71e870d32e6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:13:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_610405d97a8c4dbb8546c44bb3b79f04~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cozy Season is Approaching: Fall Ideas to Embrace the Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cozy fall ideas to embrace Autumn vibes. ]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/cozy-season-is-approaching-fall-ideas-to-embrace-the-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ac6a0783b21ae138f64cd4</guid><category><![CDATA[lifestyle]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 13:59:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_bba3ec71cf274315b7922a56457ea189~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_558,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental side after Bariatric Surgery .. what no one tells you]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Mental Side of Bariatric Surgery: What No One Tells You When I decided to have bariatric surgery, I thought I was fully prepared. I...]]></description><link>https://iamhrenee.wixsite.com/rnywls/post/mental-side-after-bariatric-surgery-what-no-one-tells-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689ab61c81df80b27f76ac8d</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 03:52:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/efd6b7_2c80a1c3ebb14f3896f12e17b5002dde~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Iamhrenee</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[PSL Szn is 8 weeks away ! Try my bariatric/ keto revised recipe for 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Be prepared early! 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