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1000-lb Sisters fans noticed a change in Amy Slaton’s behavior in the just concluded season 4 of the reality series. When fans first met sisters Amy and Tammy Slaton in season 1 of 1000-Lb sisters, the duo weighed a combined 1000 lbs. The two sisters were in their 30s and desperately needed to shed some weight for different reasons. Amy wanted to start a family, which wouldn’t be possible unless she dropped some weight. In the earlier parts of the show, fans quickly liked Amy because of her dedication to her weight-loss journey.
Amy also had to care for her younger sister Tammy — who was nearly bedridden at some point. Amy’s devotion to her weight-loss journey eventually paid off, and she got her bariatric surgery done. She has since welcomed two children with her now ex-husband Michael Halterman. However, during the pregnancy of her second son Glenn, fans began to notice some terrible changes in Amy’s behavior.
Apart from the fact that she was slacking in her motherly duties and even put her baby at risk by smoking during her pregnancy, fans also found Amy culpable of enabling Tammy’s food addiction. More importantly, Amy also began to slip back into her poor eating habits and would gaslight her way out of any situation as long as she avoided accountability. Nonetheless, fans have noticed a positive change in Amy’s behavior in recent episodes and are starting to get behind her again. On Reddit, fans have been raving about Amy’s transformation and have commended her for being able to turn the tables.
1000-lb Sisters Think Being A Mother Made Amy Better
Amy shares two sons with her estranged husband, Michael Halterman. The two welcomed their first son Gage on November 1, 2020 — one year after they tied the knot. At the time, the overjoyed mother described the birth of her son through a cesarean section as a “miracle.” In January 2022, Amy announced she was expecting her second son when she shared a picture of Gage wearing a shirt with the writing, “I’m going to be a big brother 2022!” She later welcomed her second son Glenn on July 8, 2022. Amy spoke about her motherhood experience during an interview earlier this year, per InTouch Weekly. She revealed:
“The best part is getting to see them interact with each other and get to know each other. The worst part is when I’m home alone with the two of them, and they both start crying at the same time. I don’t know which one to give my attention to first.”
While fans have been talking about Amy’s improved behavior on Reddit, they have been keen to point out that being a mother has played a significant role in Amy’s recent transformation.
One Redditor u/neokki said,
“She now has two kids and bought a house that’ll adult you. Amy has been waiting to be a “grown-up” since she was a little girl.”
Another user, u/tinamartinez81, emphasized how motherhood has broadened her horizons. The user wrote,
“I think some of it is she is looking at things more from the perspective of a parent. Something in earlier seasons she didn’t have to do.”
1000-lb Sisters Think Amy Benefited From Not Having Tammy Around
In the first three seasons, Amy spent much time with Tammy as she had to care for her nearly bedridden sister. For much of their time together, Tammy was the problematic sister who never appreciated Amy’s kind gestures. However, Tammy had to check into a rehabilitation facility for an extended period in season 3. For the first time since the show began, fans saw the sisters living their lives independently of each other. Apart from being a significant relief for Amy, who already had a lot on her plate as a wife and mother, fans feel it has allowed her to mature away from the looming shadow of her younger sister Tammy.
One user u/FrightenedFishstick, observed while commenting on a Reddit thread. The user asked,
“Maybe she’s matured by not having Tammy around as much?”
Another user, u/lurkinma, answered,
“That, and having kids, really can change you. I think distance from Tammy and being a mom has caused Amy to really grow and mature as a person.”
It is great to see 1000-Lb Sisters star Amy Slaton returning to her best behavior after a brief difficult period. Hopefully, fans will see more of Amy’s motherly love and maturity play out on the show.