🌟 Helping Children Understand Big Grown-Up Decisions, Like Bariatric Surgery: Why Books Like A Promise For More Tomorrow Matter.

When parents make life-changing health decisions — like having bariatric surgery or starting weight-loss treatment — it can feel overwhelming to explain to their children. These are complex, emotional topics that touch on health, hope, and the desire to live life more fully.

That’s why A Promise for More Tomorrows was created — a gentle, empowering story to help families open up those conversations with honesty, warmth, and love.

💬 Why Children’s Books Can Bridge Difficult Conversations

Children see and feel more than we often realise. When a parent starts eating differently, resting more, or talks about going to hospital, children notice. A storybook becomes a safe space for understanding — one that speaks in their language, with compassion and reassurance.

Stories let children ask questions, express feelings, and see change through the eyes of love rather than fear. It gives parents a voice to say, “This isn’t about changing who I am — it’s about being here for you.”

❤️ Turning Complexity into Connection

A story like Bonnie and Hamish’s helps break down complicated medical realities into something tangible. Bonnie’s “banana-shaped tummy” explains surgery in a way that’s friendly and not frightening. It also models resilience and bravery — showing that needing help isn’t weakness, it’s strength.

🏃‍♀️ Building Hope and New Beginnings

The story focuses on what happens after — the joy of being able to play, run, laugh, and share moments that were once too difficult. It’s a message of new possibilities, both for the parent and the child.

🌈 Why This Matters for Bariatric Families

Families going through weight-loss surgery often face stigma or silence. This book reminds them they’re not alone. It celebrates courage and gives children a sense of pride — knowing their parent took steps to be the best, healthiest version of themselves.

✨ A Promise for More Tomorrows

At its heart, this book is about love — a promise for more tomorrows, more laughter, and more shared adventures.

Because every child deserves to understand that their parent’s decision came from the deepest place of care.

Written by: Andrew Dunn

Director, WeeBariBites Ltd

Discover the book: www.weebaribites.co.uk

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