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S3E5 Special Episode 5: PCOS, Fertility & Bariatric Surgery
In this episode, Ruth Blackham talks with Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist Dr Eman Al-Naggar about polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), why it impacts ovulation and fertility, and how…
S3E6 Special Episode 6: Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery - Timing, Risks & Rewards
Consultant Obstetrician Dr. Eman Al-Naggar joins the Aurora Blueprint to explain pregnancy after bariatric surgery: when it’s safe to conceive, how sleeve and bypass procedures differ, and the main…
S3E2 Special Episode 2: Anaesthetist - How We Manage Pain, Nausea & Recovery
In this episode Consultant Anaesthetist Dr. Gene Palmer explains the anaesthetic approach to bariatric surgery, covering multimodal pain relief, low-opioid techniques, anti-nausea strategies, and…
S3E1 Special Episode 1: What an Anaesthetist Really Does during Bariatric Surgery
In this episode we interview Consultant Anaesthetist Dr. Gene Palmer about the role of anaesthesia in bariatric surgery. They cover anaesthetist training, what happens before, during, and after…
S3E4 Special Episode 4: Dermatologist - Loose Skin After Weight Loss, the Answers You Need
Dr. Sarah Page discusses what to expect for loose skin and facial volume loss after significant weight loss, explaining how factors like the amount and speed of weight loss affect skin…
S3E3 Special Episode 3: Dermatologist - Why Your Hair Is Shedding and When It Returns
Dermatologist Dr. Sarah Page explains why many people experience hair loss after weight loss or bariatric surgery, focusing on telogen effluvium — a delayed shedding that often appears about three…
S2E6 Postop episode 6: Next steps to lifelong success
Congratulations on reaching six weeks post-surgery! In this milestone episode, we guide you towards your next big step: transitioning to full solid foods. Discover the key nutrition principles that…
S2E5 Postop Episode 5: Building Strength and Confidence Post-Surgery
Welcome back to the Aurora Blueprint, your go-to guide for thriving after weight loss surgery. At five weeks post-surgery, you'll begin to experience more normalcy with your meals and notice a boost…
S2E4 Postop Episode 4: Thriving in the Soft Food Stage After Surgery
Welcome back to the Aurora Blueprint! In today's episode, we explore life at four weeks post-weight loss surgery. Having transitioned through liquids and purees, you're now entering the exciting soft…
S2E3 Postop Episode 3: Overcoming Post-Surgery Challenges
In this episode of the Aurora Blueprint, we focus on the critical recovery phase three weeks post-bariatric surgery. You'll learn why fluctuations in your weight are normal and how to overcome common…
S2E2 Postop Episode 2: Key Milestones in Bariatric Recovery
Welcome back to the Aurora Blueprint, Australia's first bariatric podcast focused on empowering women and others navigating life post-weight loss surgery. In this episode, we guide you through the…
S2E1 Postop Episode 1: Key Tips for Success
Welcome to "The Aurora Blueprint," Australia's premier bariatric podcast crafted especially for women embarking on a journey to a healthier, more confident life post-weight loss surgery. In this…
S1E1 Preop Episode 1: Diet - Rewriting Your Food Story
Welcome to the first episode of the Aurora Blueprint, Australia's premier bariatric podcast for women embarking on their surgical journey. In this episode, Dr. Ruth Blackham, a bariatric surgeon and…
S1E2 Preop Episode 2: Exercise - Rewriting the Exercise Narrative"
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Aurora Blueprint, the first Australian bariatric podcast tailor-made for women. Hosted by Dr. Ruth Blackham, this episode focuses on the underestimated…
S1E3 Preop Episode 3: Sleep - Healing Before Surgery
Welcome to this episode of The Aurora Blueprint, where we explore the often-overlooked topic of sleep and its vital role in pre-surgical preparation. Dr. Ruth Blackham delves into how quality sleep…
S1E4 Preop Episode 4: The Mind - Conquering Stress Before Surgery
Welcome back to the Aurora Blueprint! In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Ruth Blackham addresses the often-overlooked psychological aspects of surgery, particularly stress and emotional eating. Surgery…
S1E5 Episode 5: The Final Countdown - Preparing for Your Bariatric Surgery
Welcome to the final episode of our pre-operative series on the Aurora Blueprint podcast. Join Dr. Ruth Blackham as she guides you through the last steps before your bariatric surgery journey. In…
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The Aurora Blueprint has published 17 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.
The Aurora Blueprint is currently dormant with new episodes hourly. Average episode length is 10m.
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