A mother who achieved significant weight loss using the GLP-1 drug Mounjaro sparked a heated debate on TikTok after revealing she sometimes “forgets to feed” her children. This candid admission, made over a picture of her with her two kids, stated, “Thanks. Sometimes I forget to feed them because I’m on Mounjaro,” adding in the caption, “Not easy remembering these little people are hungry.”

Mounjaro, an injectable GLP-1 drug administered weekly, primarily works by suppressing appetite to aid in weight loss. The mother’s revelation, accompanied by a “before” picture showcasing her weight loss, quickly garnered widespread attention and diverse reactions across the platform.

The TikTok post ignited a fierce discussion in the comments section. Some users vehemently criticized the mother, expressing shock and disapproval. Comments like “I can forget a lot but definitely not feeding them,” and “My son’s nana is the same, I now pack him packed lunch when he goes,” highlighted concerns about the children’s well-being and the mother’s responsibility. One commenter even speculated if this might unintentionally