Melissa Morris was one of the original My 600-Lb Life cast members, appearing in the very first season of the show. At the time, she weighed 692 pounds and was desperate to turn her life around.
Her biggest motivation? Becoming a mother.
“I wanted kids so badly, but my weight made it impossible.”
Melissa Morris was determined to change her life. She followed Dr. Now’s strict weight loss program. Then, she qualified for gastric bypass surgery and lost an impressive 157 pounds early on.
However, like many weight loss patients, she faced setbacks, regaining 100 pounds after two pregnancies. But Melissa didn’t give up—she kept pushing forward and ultimately lost a total of 447 pounds!
Her last reported weight was 206 pounds, and judging by her most recent photos, she’s still maintaining a healthy lifestyle today.
“You look great,” one fan wrote.
“Just rewatched your episode-it’s incredible the progress you made! Glad you’re still doing great!” another added.
My 600-Lb Life: Melissa Morris Celebrates 18 Years Since Surgery With Dr. Now
Melissa just celebrated 18 years since her life-changing surgery. She made sure to celebrate with the man who helped her-Dr. Younan Nowzaradan.
She shared a heartwarming throwback photo of her kids standing next to Dr. Now, writing:
“18 years ago today, my life changed when Dr. Now performed my weight loss surgery. Thank you, Dr. Now, for giving me this amazing life to look forward to every day. I love and respect you more than words can express.”
She also thanked his staff, saying:
“I also want to thank the staff that has been there this entire ride!”
Melissa Morris’s followers flooded the comments with love and praise:
“Your story was one of my favorites. So happy you achieved your dream of motherhood!”
“You have overcome so much! Your journey is an inspiration.”
“This is so wonderful. I can tell Dr. Now really loves you too, and you’ve helped so many people.”
Y’all I really like Melissa!
— Pink Pearl 💕💚 (@AKACPA3) January 28, 2021
Melissa girl I’m rooting for you!#my600lblife pic.twitter.com/c1cskAYEat
My 600-Lb Life: What Is Melissa Morris Doing Now?
Today, Melissa is living her dream life as a mother.
Her daughter recently started high school, and Melissa couldn’t be prouder!
“She loves swimming and softball and is part of a band,” Melissa shared.
In addition to being a devoted mom, she’s also helping others on their own weight loss journeys.
Melissa now works alongside Dr. Now, assisting new patients who are embarking on the same path she once took.
“I could tell you this whole journey was easy, but that would be a lie,” Melissa once admitted. “But it wouldn’t be a lie to tell you it was worth it.”
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