wife/mom/student... to encourage and be encouraged

msreg08

Hello all!
I'm a mother of 3, wife, full time student, and I work full time...yes, super full plate! Somewhere along the way I slowly gained 10 lbs here and there and now I am 130 heavier. I guess I just didn't care enough about myself to do better. Recently my 6 year old innocently told me I had a big belly and the only way to get rid of it is by doing push ups....she was genuinely concerned, and I was flooded with emotions ranging from embarrassment-Encouragement. I'm tired of giving up or falling off the wagon... I'm letting myself and more importantly-my children down which is unacceptable. I'd like to build a support team on here with any and everyone. Feel free to send request, msg, anything
Be encouraged!!!
-Manda

prgirl39mfp

Hello Manda! I am Marta, mom, wife and recently diagnosed with Diabetes. I will send you a friend request and hopefully we can motivate each other. I have lost 25 pounds, gained 10 back and lost them again so I can relate to you being on and off the wagon.

We can do this!

FemmeFatale83

Kids, they are so honest! But I know how you feel and I'm happy you are motivated again, I hope I can help! Adding you:)

Timelordlady85

hey Manda I'm new here , have three boys as well and working towards losing weight and getting to a healthier me with more energy too. feel free to add me. I have the app on my phone and have been doing well with tracking my food. I love the scan bar option with the phone app, makes tracking food on the go so much easier.

mom /wife and work at home mom I'll friend request you.

Lizplus3

Manda -

Hey there! I know what you are dealing with! I have three kids, work full-time and just finished a degree. Taking a small break then going to head back to school in the fall. I have struggled with my weight for some time. I will so send you a friend request!!

Liz

msreg08

Thanks so much ladies all of your stories are so inspiring thank you all!

Sunshine2plus2

Hello and welcome! I am a mother to 4, married, and work too! Good luck, you can do this!

aliencheesecake

Kids can be brutal. Once, when my little sis was like 8, she patted me on the stomach and said, you're getting a belly on you. Funny thing is, I was maybe 130/135lbs!!!

But, anyway, I am also, a wife, mom, student/volunteer... Your kid is a great age to play with to incorporate exercise. I know you are already very busy but an organized sport with your daughter a couple times a week (volleyball or martial arts) would be a great way to have fun and get in shape! Feel free to add me if you like!

jenniferlthomas0305

Hi everyone! I'm a married mommy of 2 and have over 100lbs to lose! I'm working hard at it and we're making it a family affair! Anyone looking for Pals, feel free to add me! I love to help people!

Obnoxa

Hi Manda, I have one daughter so you are three times as brave as I am! :laugh:
I'm an unhappy member of the 100+ club too, working towards a member of the I-used-to-be-a-member-of-the-100+-club and hopefully will be a student again myself in either fall of '14 or winter '15.
Anyway just wanted to say welcome to MFP and friend request sent!

msreg08

Oh, I've kept my daughter in sports since she was three, thanks

msreg08

Thank you so much for all your words of support. Feel free to send requests

sharmonesq

Hi Manda and all,

I'm new here too (well, new again). Single mom of two active girls, working full time. I'd love to share motivation!

SummerRain43

feel free to add me.....I've been here a long time but different name.....I'm on here every day.....good luck with your journey....:)

msreg08

I'm so excited and grateful for you all!