Mom of 3 Reveals the Secrets Behind Her 100-Pound Weight Loss – Before-and-After Photos Have Everyone Talking

This Louisiana mom didn't just transform her body but also her life, one step, one meal, and one mindset shift at a time. She didn't aim to become a role model, yet her story echoes in the lives of countless women who see their struggles in hers. And while her photos capture attention, it's her self-discipline that continues to inspire.

For years, Georgia Malbrough struggled with her weight and self-image, unsure if lasting change was even possible. A mother of three living in Houma, Louisiana, she quietly reached a breaking point after the birth of her youngest child, triggered not by a medical diagnosis or outside pressure, but by how she felt facing the mirror each morning.

Her decision to take control of her health didn't involve special programs, professional trainers, or weight-loss gimmicks. In just over a year, Malbrough lost 100 pounds, gaining back something far more meaningful: confidence. Her transformation is sparking powerful conversations about what sustainable change really looks like.

A Lifetime of Weight Struggles: 'We Had to Special Order My Cheerleading Uniforms'

Malbrough's challenges with weight began early. Raised in Houma, Louisiana, she was heavier than most children her age, and by the time she was six, she wore a size well beyond the racks of any typical children's store. "We had to special order my cheerleading uniforms because I was a size 10 at age 6 years old," Malbrough revealed.

While her friends could move through life without thinking about their size, Malbrough carried the reality of hers into every interaction, every seat, every outfit, every moment of comparison. And as the years passed, the numbers on the scale climbed steadily.

She became a young adult, then a mother, but the emotional weight never left. By her mid-twenties, Malbrough was a stay-at-home mother of three in Houma, Louisiana. After giving birth to her third child in February 2018, she weighed 231 pounds and wore a size 18.

At 5 feet 3 inches tall, her size and frame were taking a physical and emotional toll. Though she loved raising her children, she often felt disconnected from her own body. It was hard to feel confident, let alone present, when daily tasks like getting dressed triggered anxiety and frustration.

She recalled, "I'd have a 30-minute breakdown before getting dressed." She didn't feel like herself, and she didn't want to carry that heaviness into her 30s. For years, she had been stuck in a cycle, avoiding mirrors, living in oversized clothes, and telling herself she'd try again "next week."

But something shifted after that third pregnancy. She knew this version of life couldn't continue. At that moment, Malbrough made a decision. She would change the way she lived, but she wouldn't turn to diet trends or outside products. She would do it on her own, starting small, and she would learn everything herself.

One Step at a Time

Malbrough didn't start her weight-loss journey with a dramatic overhaul or an ambitious fitness challenge. Her first goal was simple: move more. Just weeks after giving birth to her third child, she strapped her newborn to her chest and started walking.

"I baby wore my newborn and walked about a mile at first, and then I graduated to two miles," she explained. That daily walk was not just exercise but a turning point. It gave her space to think, to breathe, and to do something just for herself. Gradually, walking led to more movement.

As the walks became longer and more frequent, they slowly built up her stamina and her confidence. Curious about building a sustainable routine, Malbrough turned to Instagram for inspiration and stumbled upon kettlebell workouts. She liked that they didn't require expensive equipment and could be done at her own pace.

No Shortcuts, No Excuses

From the beginning, Malbrough had made a firm decision. If she was going to lose weight, it had to be on her terms. That meant no meal replacement shakes, no paid programs, and no quick-fix promises. She refused to hand over money to anyone selling supplements or making commission from weight-loss products.

Malbrough knew she didn't understand how her body worked, and relying on gimmicks would only delay what she needed most: education and accountability.

"I needed to learn what foods would actually benefit my body," she said. "I ate foods that weren't aesthetically pleasing, delicious, and exciting. There was a time and place for these things, but I didn't need them every day or even every week." Equally important was calling herself out on one of the most common traps.

As a mother of three, being tired was a given. But Malbrough stopped letting that be the reason she stayed inactive. "I had to stop using being tired and a mom as an excuse to be straight up lazy," she wrote. "Working out and having the ability to move my body was a privilege."

Today, she trains six days a week, combining 40 minutes of strength training with 20 minutes of cardio at the gym. What began as a walk around the neighborhood evolved into a lifestyle rooted in discipline and self-trust.

Learning to Eat: Calories, Control, and Breaking Old Habits

Alongside her workout routine, Malbrough knew her eating habits needed a complete overhaul. Living in Louisiana, traditional dishes like gumbo and king cake were part of her family's culture, and they stayed in her diet. But her approach shifted.

Malbrough adopted the CICO method, short for "calories in, calories out." She used this approach to create a calorie deficit, the basic principle behind fat loss. "The only way that your body can eliminate body fat is by burning more calories than you consume," she explained.

She stopped eating out of emotion or boredom and began paying attention to what was on her plate. "I also try to make sure there's not a ton of ingredients in whatever I'm eating," she said. "If I want ice cream, I just follow the portion size."

Registered dietitian Keri Glassman, a nutrition expert and contributor to Today magazine, emphasized that while CICO may work for some people, the quality of calories also matters as much as quantity.

"One hundred calories of jelly beans is not going to be the same as 100 calories of apple slices and peanut butter," Glassman said. "One is going to provide healthy nutrients and satisfy you, and one may increase cravings and not provide you with any beneficial nutrients."

Malbrough didn't use meal kits, diet programs, or coaching apps. She taught herself how to track food, manage portions, and eat with purpose. The goal wasn't to follow rules but to break patterns.

100 Pounds in 13 Months: Where She Stands Now

Malbrough didn't set out to lose a specific number of pounds, but the results speak for themselves. Over 13 months, she lost 100 pounds through consistent effort and realistic habits. She went from 231 pounds to 128, and from a size 18 to a body she finally feels at home in.

"100lbs weight loss was never a goal of mine," she wrote on Instagram. "I wanted to wake up and start thriving. I knew there had to be a better way of life than just wishing I was born with it easy!"

Over time, her confidence grew, not from the number of pounds lost, but from showing up for herself day after day. "People ask me how I'm so confident," she added in the same post, "and it's because I don't hate myself anymore."

Malbrough has continued to share her journey on Instagram, posting side-by-side photos, workout videos, and reflections on her progress. In the comment sections, followers respond with admiration and encouragement. "Amazing transformation! Looks like you aged backwards too," one follower wrote, while another added, "That is some hard work right there."

"Wow amazing," one person commented. "Inspired," said another. Words like "Inspiration!" and "Amazing!" appear repeatedly under her photos. These aren't passive clicks or generic likes. They are direct responses to the raw honesty in her posts and the visible evidence of sustained effort.