Life After Surgery

Hi im HOTCHAKALATE — single mother, dog mom, and survivor. Life hit a HARD reset after having weight loss surgery (gastric bypass) January 22, 2024, then I found out I had a brain tumor that needed to be removed because unfortunately IT WAS GROWING!!! Left frontal lobe meningioma February 24, 2025 and I’ve been rebuilding ever since! Mind, body, and soul.

This is my space to keep it all the way real about life after gastric bypass surgery, motherhood, and the messy beautiful parts of starting over. Im not here to fake perfection — Im here to show the process. The healing, the growth, the laughter, the breakdowns, the glow-ups. From what I wish I knew before surgery, to how I prepared, to what recovery was actually like, I’m sharing the real experience so you know what to expect. From recovery days to mom life to chasing new goals, it’s all part of my journey.

If you’re here, you’re probably in your own season of change too. So welcome!!!! Pull up, tap in, and grow with me. Real stories. Real tears. REAL GROWTH!!!

I put everything I learned, what I wish I knew, how I prepared, and what recovery was really like, into a guide to help you through your journey.

Shop the exact items that helped me before & after surgery