Mother of two that needs support to focus more on myself

ChristaG10

Hi all - I have just started this journey (again) today and am looking for some friends to help support me. I am a mother of two busy kids, ages 11 & 9 and with their activities taking so much time, I have put myself on the back burner the last 6 months and have gained too much weight. I am so uncomfortable with myself and need to get my motivation back and MAKE time for myself. Today is the first day and I did surprisingly well, hopefully I can keep this going in a positive direction and start feeling better about myself and making better decisions!

winwala

I can relate...you can add me.

Symonep

I have four, I refuse to let their lives over-run mine add me if you want I know what you mean

lilorphann

I'm always looking for new friends! Anyone please feel free to add me
After 455 day on mfp, I'm pretty good at supporting and motivating. Plus, I still need some motivation myself, from time to time!

ClaireMal

Add me too it took me a while to realise I needed me time.

shere62

You can add me-I have six kids(only two left at home) so I know how it is to "lose" yourself.

nikkibello

I know what you mean, my little guys take up a ton of my time but you have to make time for yourself. You can add me as a friend

cherisekntz

Hi, I am in a similar boat. I am 27, I have a 10yr old, a 5 yr old, and a 4 yr old. I have also been married for the last 10 1/2 years to someone that acts just like one of my children. I have just started this journey as well and have a very hard time spending energy and time on myself. My husband refuses to workout with me, and if I take my children with me it is extreamly stressfull. So I am looking for some emotional support as well as some people to help keep me motivated!

angeliqueib

I'm in the same boat, only with just one child. I did so good at making time to take care of myself last year. Then Sept. rolled around! My daughter had more activity days this year and I did more at/for her school. I fell right back into the habit of just grabbing a quick bite when I could and stopped working out. Now I am right back where I was when I started! Now that I have had it and lost it I am so much more committed to making the time to take care of myself. I feel a bit like I am going at this alone because no one around me is particularly interested in getting healthy and they aren't very encouraging. Feel free to add me. I am happy to return support and encouragement!

sec820

Just sent you a friend request!

MileyClimb

I am a mother of one single mom so I relate to you . I would be glad to friend you

Lisascherer1

Sending you a friend request too. I think as moms the biggest challenge is finding time for ourselves. I keep reminding myself that my girls need a healthy mom that is going to be around for many years.

mmarcy7

Count me in too. I have 2 daughters, ages 6 and 8. I don't know if your kids will go for it, but include them in your activities. Train to all run a 5K together. Go for long family bike rides. It's not exactly "you" time, but it's a way to work on yourself, while still spending time with the kids.

terra3

Same here, I think that's what Mum's do, give everything to the kids and forget ourselves until we hit a "wall". Just sent you a friend request. To anyone else, I also am looking for FP friends. Single mum of one autistic child, I am ready for some serious self care !!!

ChristaG10

Thanks to everyone for all the supportive words and offers for friends! Looking forward to the changes ahead

40goneby40

Feel free to add me too...mother of 2 young kids and full-time employee as well.

briabner

well you took the first step. Welcome! I am sending you a friend request.

escalada22

Welcome! I too have two kids, 4 and 17 months. This is a great support system, informative and friendly set of people here! Feel free to add me as a friend

ginw0411

Just sent you a friend request