Melissa struggled with her weight her entire life. But while many people let their body size determine their mindset, Melissa's friends and family only knew her as a positive person who had everything going for her. She had a loving husband, an adorable dog, and a nice house. What more could she need?
After Melissa had her first baby, she decided it was finally time to get healthy. Being overweight was something she could accept for herself, but it wasn't something she wanted for her kids. However, just when she'd lost her first 35 pounds, Melissa got pregnant again. After two high-risk pregnancies, her doctors said she suffered from high blood pressure and gestational diabetes.
"I wanted to set good examples for my children, to be an active participant in their life, not a spectator!" she proclaimed. And thus began her incredible transformation. Just wait until you see what she looks like today!
It's hard to believe it only took her 17 months to lose so much weight and completely change her lifestyle. No more would she live inside a body she feared would let her children down.
Melissa, you are awesome. Not because you're thinner, but because you saved your own life for your kids and husband.
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