The essential episodes of 1000-lb Sisters
Watch these 15 in order and you've got 1000-lb Sisters — each pick states its reason.
- 01
The Slaton's are larger-than-life sisters who have always relied on each other and food for support. Amy, age 31, is desperate to have children, but hasn't been able to due to her weight. While Tammy, age 32, is one step away from being bedridden.
- 02
Amy decides to have a real wedding ceremony because if she gets approved for surgery, she's afraid she may not survive. After the wedding, the sisters head to Atlanta hoping for a life-changing final weigh-in.
- 03
Tammy's boyfriend, Jerry, comes to visit just in time to celebrate the sisters' favourite holiday: Halloween. Tammy's sister Misty questions Jerry's intentions. Amy has to face another weigh-in after her concerning appointment with Dr. Procter.
- 04
Recovering from the coronavirus, Tammy now needs constant oxygen, and her weight spirals; Chris faces his final weigh-in; Amy makes a big decision about her future; with Tammy's romance heating up, the family takes matters into its own hands.
- 05
Tammy makes a life-altering decision. Amy finally gets a taste of the life she's always wanted, and an emergency surgery has repercussions for Chris.
- 06
Amy is upset that Tammy's new nurse isn't pushing her enough. Tammy has started slacking, and the family worries about what could be the cause. Chris and Tammy clash when he confronts her about the new man in her life.
- 07
The family vacation starts off terribly when Tammy refuses to enter the cabin; Chris hopes he's lost enough weight to fulfill a life-long dream.
- 08
Amy sees a pediatric dietitian and faces some difficult truths about Gage's diet. Dr. Smith makes a house call and confronts Tammy about her partying lifestyle. While on the road with Chris, Tammy's health hits a dangerous low point.
- 09
Tammy hits a tipping point at rehab, and more bad news from back home sends her into a downward spiral; Chris gets a reality check during a check in with Dr. Smith; the family says goodbye to a beloved family member.
- 10
As Tammy heads home after 14 months in rehab, she's forced to make the most difficult decision of her life. Fed up with not having help, Amy feels her marriage is starting to unravel. Amanda and Misty reveal they're getting bariatric surgery.
- 11
Tammy hosts a housewarming party and has a few choice words for her mom; Amy's world is turned upside down when she finally confronts Michael over his lack of help with raising their two boys; meanwhile, Caleb hasn't been honest with Tammy.
- 12
After the blowout with Michael, Amy makes the hardest decision of her life; Chris and Tammy have a long-overdue appointment with Dr. Smith; worried about surgery, Amanda and Misty do a last-minute cleanse to sweat out nicotine.
- 13
Amanda and Misty get big news and take a major step in their health journey; Amy and Tammy blow off some steam; Amy gets some devastating news from her lawyer that sends her reeling.
- 14
The family preps for their very first beach vacation, and Tammy hits some major milestones; while everyone flies, Amy opts for a nine-hour car ride which leaves her and the boys cranky; Chris gives Amy some tough love.
- 15
Amanda reels after leaving dinner; Chris crosses something off his bucket list; Tammy tries to have fun but misses Caleb; fed up with her siblings critiquing her, Amy reaches her boiling point and explodes.
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