Mum on Mounjaro gets slated for ‘traumatising' daughter as she shows toddler pretending to inject herself with fat jabs
A MUM on Mounjaro has sparked backlash online after sharing a video of her toddler daughter pretending to inject herself with fat jabs.
The woman has been documenting her weight loss on her social media pages, after initially losing 70lbs back in 2013.
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A mum has sparked backlash online after sharing a video of her daughter pretending to inject herself with a fat jab
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The woman hit back at trolls as she insisted she has tried to lose weight naturally before, and is now making a "healthier decision" for herself on Mounjaro
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Since then, she has had two daughters, and after each pregnancy the weight gain has "gotten worse", despite her "desperate" attempts to shed the pounds.
So she now uses the GLP-1 drug Mounjaro to help her stay on top of her weight loss.
However, it seems her youngest daughter has been keeping a close eye on exactly what her mum has been doing.
So much so that when she picked up an empty container shaped somewhat like a syringe, she lifted up her top and proceeded to pretend to 'inject' herself in the stomach.
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"POV: Mom is on Mounjaro," she wrote over the top of the video, which has had more than
She added in the caption "#glp1
#glp1forweightloss".
However, people immediately flooded the comments section to take aim at the woman, with many slamming her for allowing her daughter to see her when she does her weekly jab.
"That's so sad," one raged.
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"What in the generational trauma is going on here then?" another asked.
"Why would she see this?" a third questioned.
I'm on Mounjaro & having a kebab for dinner left me bedbound for 24 hours - but I'm trolled for not eating healthily
"Question - why are you doing this in front of your kids?" someone else wrote.
"Nope. In the same way I don't let my children see my bathroom scales. They should never see this," another insisted.
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But for all those criticising the Mounjaro mum, there were others standing up for her.
"Nothing wrong with watching mum get healthy," one hit back.
"My son would breastfeed his dolls - kids are cute!" another said.
"The comments here are crazy! Since when is it negative to get healthier??" a third marvelled.
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What to do if you lose too much weight too quickly whilst on Mounjaro
IF you're losing too much weight too quickly while on Mounjaro, it's important to take action to avoid potential health risks like muscle loss, malnutrition, dehydration, and fatigue. Here's what you can do:
Evaluate Your Caloric Intake
Mounjaro reduces appetite, which can make it easy to eat too little. If you're losing weight too fast (more than two to three lbs per week after the initial adjustment period), try:
Tracking your food intake to ensure you're eating enough calories (apps like MyFitnessPal can help).
Increasing protein intake to preserve muscle mass (aim for 0.6–1g per pound of body weight).
Adding healthy fats and complex carbs (e.g., avocados, nuts, whole grains) for balanced energy.
Adjust Your Dosage (With Doctor's Approval)
If your weight loss is too rapid or causing side effects, your doctor may:
Pause dose increases or lower your dosage.
Adjust your treatment plan to stabilise your weight loss.
Strength Training & Exercise
To prevent muscle loss:
Incorporate resistance training at least two to three times per week.
Stay active with low-impact exercises like walking or yoga.
Hydrate & Manage Electrolytes
Drink enough water (Mounjaro can reduce thirst).
Electrolytes matter - Consider adding magnesium, sodium, and potassium if you feel weak or fatigued.
Monitor for Malnutrition & Deficiencies
Rapid weight loss can cause vitamin/mineral deficiencies (especially B12, iron, and electrolytes). If you experience:
Fatigue, hair loss, or dizziness, ask your doctor about supplements.
Consider Further Medical Guidance
If your weight loss is excessive or causing health concerns, speak with your healthcare provider.
They might adjust your dosage, diet, or exercise plan to help stabilise your weight loss.
"Would u guys be sayin this if she was taking blood pressure medicine or Tylenol? Ridiculous!"
"I don't understand this 'why does she sees this' question," someone else mused.
"My kids see me use my inhaler every day. Should I hide it?!"
"Mama don't worry about what people say, I wouldn't waste my time replying to them" another pointed out.
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"If it wasn't Mounjaro, people wouldn't have a problem with it."
"Don't pay attention to the negative comments. I see a precious wee baby copying her mummy trying to take care of herself," someone else said.
"And I see a wee baby who's learning that sometimes we need injections and they're nothing to be afraid of."
The mum then responded to the backlash herself, as she wrote - in a remark written with the help of ChatGPT - "I appreciate everyone's concern for the well-being of children.
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"It's clear that people care deeply, and that truly matters.
"Since we're all thinking about the safety and health of kids, I invite you to channel that compassion into action by supporting the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund (PCRF).
"They provide vital medical care and support to children affected by conflict.
"You can learn more or donate at pcrf.net. Every bit helps."
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She also shared another video responding to one troll, as she wrote in the caption of that: "No one has a right to judge someone else's struggles.
"Especially faceless keyboard warriors."
"I, like millions of other people, have gone through hell and back," she said
"So I'll be damned if I let you or anybody else make me feel bad for making a healthier decision for myself."
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