Penny Saeger, a notable participant from Season 2 of My 600-lb Life, captured viewers’ hearts with her emotional journey towards weight loss and better health.
Her primary motivation was to regain control of her life for herself and her young son, Liam. However, her path has been filled with challenges, leading many fans to wonder: where is she now?
Penny appeared on My 600-lb Life in 2014, weighing over 530 pounds. She faced significant health issues that left her bedridden and reliant on oxygen. Her story was desperate as she sought help from Dr. Younan Nowzaradan, a renowned bariatric surgeon.
During her time on the show, Penny underwent gastric bypass surgery in hopes of losing weight and improving her quality of life. Initially, she showed promise, losing around 40 pounds.
However, her progress stalled shortly after surgery. Despite Dr. Now’s guidance and support, including a nutritionist and physical therapist, Penny struggled to follow the prescribed lifestyle changes.
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Penny’s reluctance to follow through with the program became evident when she missed multiple appointments and had to be transported via ambulance due to her inability to walk. This behavior made Dr. Now suspect she might be sneaking food and not fully committing to weight loss.
Ultimately, Penny left Dr. Now’s facility to go home to her family against the doctor’s better judgment.
Where Is Penny Saeger Now?
Since Penny’s episode aired, there have been limited updates about the reality star. She rarely posts on social media but has shared occasional glimpses into her life through photos of her son and husband.
The reality star revealed that she had not gotten out of bed since filming concluded. Although she has taken up couponing as a hobby, she has not shown any substantial changes in her health or lifestyle choices.
While she did receive the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021, there are concerns about her overall well-being as she continues to struggle with obesity-related issues.
Penny lives with her husband, Edgar Saeger, and their son, Liam. Due to her health challenges, Edgar has taken on a caretaker role. He manages household responsibilities while supporting their son’s needs.
According to Edgar’s Facebook bio, they married on November 6, 1998, and have been married for 26 years.
The couple’s son, Liam, is now a teenager and has grown significantly since his mother first appeared on the show. In past updates, Penny has expressed a desire to be more involved in Liam’s life milestones, such as attending his graduation.
Liam, I’m working real hard, and I just want you to know that I’m doing it all for you. And that your mom wants you to have every reason to be proud of me. You’re my little angel, you’re my little nugget, and I can’t tell you what a difference having you means in my life. You are the sweetest little boy ever.
