A Sydney mother who battled her weight for decades has revealed how a dedicated telehealth program helped her achieve a remarkable 37-kilogram transformation, reclaiming her confidence and health.
A Lifelong Struggle Intensified
Tiffani, a mum of five from Sydney, says the impact of her weight fluctuations was both deeply physical and emotional. For most of her life, she grappled with the numbers on the scale, but her challenges escalated dramatically just before the Covid pandemic. In the seven months leading up to the global health crisis, she gained 30kg, a figure that increased by another 10kg during the lockdowns themselves.
This rapid weight gain took a severe toll. Tiffani recalls feeling so uncomfortable in her own appearance that she would actively avoid people she knew when out shopping. Despite her efforts, including experimenting with low-carb diets and committing to long walks, any progress was minimal and fleeting, with her weight shifting by only a few kilos at most.
Finding Accountability Through Professional Guidance
The turning point came when a friend recommended Juniper, an Australian telehealth service that provides lifestyle guidance and coaching to help build sustainable, long-term habits. Tiffani decided to join the program, gaining access to a supportive team of doctors, health coaches, and dietitians who offered regular check-ins, information, and personalised support.
"Juniper has helped me to actually stop and think before I eat," Tiffani explains. Through this consistent guidance, she learned to make better choices for her energy levels and daily routine and gained a much clearer understanding of her personal patterns around food and exercise. She also adjusted her meal sizes, finding a new sense of control over her decisions.
A Holistic Toolkit for Lasting Change
Over the course of three years in the Juniper program, Tiffani has lost 37.1kg. She is now just 5kg away from the personal goal she set for herself at the outset of her health journey. Beyond the numbers, she reports feeling significantly more comfortable in her body and empowered in her choices.
Tiffani highlights that the challenges with weight can be influenced by many factors, something she experienced firsthand. As someone navigating perimenopause, she felt her "hormones were really fighting against me." She credits Juniper's holistic approach as a vital part of her toolkit for managing her health during this phase of life.
"It’s part of a toolkit. There’s a holistic approach to weight management," she says, emphasising the value of the professional support in keeping her accountable and motivated. It is important to note that this article reflects one individual's personal experience and is not indicative of expected results for everyone.
