Ep 7. Laura and Marla

Laura and Marla are featured in the seventh episode of season 2 of "My 600 lb Life Where Are They Now?" The episode follows up on the progress of the two women who both weighed more than 600 pounds and underwent weight loss surgery in the past.

Laura, who was 48 when she first appeared on the show, had been bedridden for 4 years due to her weight and had to rely on her family for everything. She underwent weight loss surgery and lost more than 300 pounds. In this episode, we see that Laura has continued to lose weight and has started to learn how to walk with the help of physical therapy. She has also been working on her relationship with her family, especially her daughter who had to drop out of school to take care of her mother. Laura's progress is inspiring, and she has set her sights on being able to walk on her own in the future.

Marla, who was 49 when she first appeared on the show, weighed 800 pounds at her heaviest and was unable to care for herself. She underwent weight loss surgery and lost more than 400 pounds. In this episode, we see that Marla has continued to lose weight and has been able to move around more easily. However, she has faced setbacks in her personal life. Her son died from an overdose and her husband left her, both due to their addiction problems. Marla has been struggling with her grief and loneliness, but she has been able to find support from her weight loss surgery support group. She has also been working to improve her relationship with her remaining children.

The episode shows the challenges that the women have faced in their weight loss journey, but it also highlights their resilience and determination. Both Laura and Marla have made progress in their physical health and their relationships with their loved ones. The episode is a reminder that weight loss is not only about physical transformation, but it can also have a profound impact on mental and emotional health.