Any mamma's of young children out there?

joyszewczyk
joyszewczyk Posts: 4 Member
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This is my first week with MFP and I am looking for friends for support. I am a mother of two little girls ...3 years old and 8 months old. It's hard to keep the motivation going when your exhusted from taking care of the children and working a full time job. Was hoping to find some friends out there in a similar situation whom I can turn to for support and help me to stay motivated :smile:
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  • stephaniemancia
    stephaniemancia Posts: 5 Member
    Hello, I'm starting this week too. I have 2 kids a boy (2 1/2) and a girl (1 1/2). They are 11 months apart so I completely understand being exhausted and lack of motivation!!! What plans or route are you looking at taking? I need to lose 60 lbs... I'm going to start really watching what I eat and I think doing the 30 day shred.

    Welcome and good,luck!!!
  • Twylyght
    Twylyght Posts: 224 Member
    Mine isn't that young anymore...he's 5 (for about another month). But I totally understand where you are coming from...sometimes it's just easier to sit and relax after a day then workout! If you want to add me we can motivate eachother off the couch and into a smaller size!
  • joyszewczyk
    joyszewczyk Posts: 4 Member
    I actually just started the 30 day Shred tonight. I am hoping to loose around 80 pounds. I am watching what I eat and trying to stay away from sugar.
  • Natcat81
    Natcat81 Posts: 2
    Hey
    The 30 day shred is pretty awesome and will definitely be a good kick start. I'm doing the couch to 5k running programme and I'm already on week 6 so getting somewhere.
  • Natcat81
    Natcat81 Posts: 2
    Oh I have one baby she is nearly 1..:smooched:
  • Bon90
    Bon90 Posts: 8
    I have a 4 year old girl and a 1 year old boy :) I found the 30 day shred great (didn't actually finish it) but because it is only a 20 minute workout, I could fit it in when my little boy had his nap also had time left for a shower :) x
  • hadlam83
    hadlam83 Posts: 140
    Heya, I'm Helen. I've got 2 kids Adele who is 12 weeks and Harry who is 3 years old. I know exactly how u feel about being exhausted with 2 kids. Feel free to add me for extra motivation.
  • Foggy7640
    Foggy7640 Posts: 56
    Welcome :smile:
    I am a mother of 3 : my youngest is 11 month old:tongue:
  • cecyvaquero
    cecyvaquero Posts: 154 Member
    Hi hun. I am a mother of 4 and my youngest is 6 months. I also work part time. I work out all the time. Feel free to add me.
  • JenS2586
    JenS2586 Posts: 85
    hi i am a mama to 3 (4th on the way) my two youngest are just over a year old. feel free to add me.
  • cecyvaquero
    cecyvaquero Posts: 154 Member
    Hi hun. I am a mother of 4 and my youngest is 6 months. I also work part time. I work out all the time. Feel free to add me.
  • lisatheo1986
    lisatheo1986 Posts: 2
    Hi all, I am a mum to a little boy (who is 3, nearly 4! So actually not that little!) I am new to MFP and am looking to interact with people that I can turn to when I feel my will power is fading or just need some words of encouragement. I saw some comments about the shred - can I ask what that is?
  • lavender91
    lavender91 Posts: 13
    Hi, I have a 5 year old daughter :) this is my first day on MFP !
  • wonderwomn27
    wonderwomn27 Posts: 40 Member
    I have 4 children, ages 16,6,2 and 2 months and im SINGLE!,,,LOL I dont work,but everyday house duty never stops... its gets very intense at times, but im very tired of carrying this extra weight around. So i try and have everything ready in advanced for me hitting the gym the following day.I too need motivation, especially since my last child. But I know we can do this, we gotta think positive. :) GOOD LUCK and I know you'll make it :)
  • mlclarke22
    mlclarke22 Posts: 551 Member
    Hey ladies! Im a mom of 3(6,4,16 months), work full time and have lost 45 lbs since august(hoping to lose another 35-45 by this coming august!) feel free to add me!
  • sbodi88
    sbodi88 Posts: 18
    I have a 5, 2 and 6 month old! You'll find lots of support here! Feel free to add me ladies! :)
  • lilcupcake213
    lilcupcake213 Posts: 545 Member
    I'm a mom of three. 1 boy, 2 girls. Ages 6, 4, and almost 2. My two oldest just started school this year (well my son is kindergarten but my middle one only does half day preschool ) so I'll be working out when the little one is napping and the middle one is home. I used to work out at night when all three were home. I did if for along time but some days I just DID NOT want to push play. It's hard but if you can keep up with a quick workout that is effective and you'll have time to just sit and do nothing afterwards and not lose your entire night, you'll stick with it. 30 day shred is a great one. I never finished it but I'm starting again tomorrow. Good luck to you :)
  • lulu7485
    lulu7485 Posts: 1
    Wow, I'm a mom of two boys who are also 3yrs and 8 mths!! I live in the S. OKC area. I work a full-time, a part-time, and I'm a consultant for 31, I totally understand!!! I've been a member for about a year but I'm starting a workout routine this week and I'm sticking to it!!! I've started participating in 5K's and they're a blast!! Do you have a gym membership or anything?
  • Christie0428
    Christie0428 Posts: 221 Member
    Hi There, I am the Mama to a 15 month old girl and I work full time. I am just finishing my first week with MFP and seeing results already. I am counting calories and have eliminated wheat and sugar to try to curb my sugar addiction! So far so good with eating, although I am having trouble figuring out when/where/how to get exercise in. I hate being away from her all day so taking more time away from her to go exercise just doesn't seem worth it. Its cold (winter) where we live so I am hesitant to take her out for walks in the cold. Any suggestions?

    Feel free to friend me :-)
  • kraid
    kraid Posts: 4 Member
    Hi, I am just geting back into MFP after a long break, I have 2 boys 21 months and nearly 3 months, I am a SAHM. I have PCOS so am trying to lead a healthy lifestyle to combat the symptoms and help the chance of conceiving #3.
  • devilwhiterose
    devilwhiterose Posts: 1,157 Member
    I have a 3-1/2 year old and 20 month old twins!
  • wyogirl44
    wyogirl44 Posts: 7
    Hi There! I am 38, just had a hysterectomy so am finally planning on KEEPING the weight off. My first goal is a loss of 30 lbs. I have four munchkins, 11, 9, 6, 2 and I believe the biggest challenge is putting yourself first. It is a matter of getting up a little earlier, using my time more wisely, and making every minute count. Diet is 80% of what you are doing. If you can make sure that you are sticking to healthy lifestyle, prepare your foods in advance, cut out sugars and artifical sweetners (water with lemon in it), and have a bag of carrots, cucumbers, or some greek yogurt dip, or fruits ready to eat then you will be in good shape. Make the same things for your kiddos as you do for yourself (I have 5 baggies of carrots each day, everyone has it as an afterschool snack). Also, when you are doing your housework, go hard and fast. Every motion make it count (if you have to squat, really do a squat). When I do laundry I stop at the stairs and do 10 push-ups off of the stairs. And if I have time, I go up and down those stairs a second time. Walk at work on your breaks, use the stairs if you have them. YOU CAN DO THIS!!!! I have done this SO many times I cannot even begin to count. I lost 20lbs last year and put it all back on. (BOO!!!) But I had to get the hyterectomy to help and know that now I can keep it off because of what I have learned having done this time and time again.
    ALSO, we are doing our own version of a "Biggest Loser" competition here with about 20 people. My gf is running it...it's amazing how the possibility of winning $600 can motivate me! Perhaps, something like this might work for you too. I use myfitnesspal because it is the ONLY place I have found to get accurate assessments of where I am and where should be calorie wise, esp with excercise and daily activity worked into the picture. Allow yourself a piece of chocolate now and again, don't deprive yourself, just substitute and remember that you are looking for a lifestyle of health not a quick fix. Good luck!! We can do this-and yes I am long-winded only because it is my first day getting back on track. lol ;) Danel
  • tinamakers32
    tinamakers32 Posts: 3
    Just signed up today, was trying to decide between this and WW. Reviews said this place has a really great support team. Mother of 4 ranging 12 to 9 months.
  • serapi
    serapi Posts: 197 Member
    My son is 3 and my daughter is 5. I am 41 and have gotten my body back to a svelt 127 lbs at 5'8". It took me 2 years of consistent exercise to finally reach my goal. I am also 18% body fat...whoop whoop!

    So I would be more than happy to give you guys any tips or feedback if you'd like me to?

    My routine is elliptical for 40 min - 4 times a week
    Weights 2 times a week
    Yoga type exercises 2 times a week (downward dog, v-sit, plank, etc.)

    I eat around 2100 calories a day when maintaining and 1800 when dieting (about 0.75-1 lb a week).
  • emmad2
    emmad2 Posts: 59
    I am a mum of 3 year old boy/girl twins - they are very demanding, especially as my son has just been diagnosed as autistic. Most days I am so tired between trying to keep the kids happy, keep the house in order and hold down a part-time job so I have no idea where I'm gonna find the energy from to fit in an exercise regime aswell but I know I have to if I want to reach my goal - feel free to add me as a friend and hopefully we can motivate each other on those days when we're feeling particularly exhausted :-) x
  • lovelylittlegiggles
    lovelylittlegiggles Posts: 117 Member
    I'm momma to six. My youngest just turned five December 31st. Stick around and you will see some results :) Feel free to add me as a pal.
  • Schauna_S
    Schauna_S Posts: 2
    Mommy to a 2 1/2 year old boy :). Looking for motivation & advice. Would love to return the favor. Feel free to add me :)
  • jend114
    jend114 Posts: 1,058 Member
    I have a 4 year old daughter
  • kristanb05
    kristanb05 Posts: 44
    Hi! I'm back on the bandwagon too, and new to the boards. My kids are 6, 5, and 2. Go ahead and add me!
  • MTjessi_marie
    MTjessi_marie Posts: 14
    Hi! I am a young at heart 38yo mom of three sons; a 22 year old firefighter, a 6 year old first grader and a 2 1/2 year old busy button! I am also a full time college student and companion to my husband Jason. I have really put it on the last couple of years- 40lbs in 2 years. I'm so bummed whenever I look in the mirror. I have become horribly self conscious and I'm suffering from a lot of back/hip/joint pain. I really want to lose about 60-80lbs, but honestly I would be happy with 20 at this point. I can just imagine how much better I would feel. So, today is my first day here- I have heard good reviews. Nice to meet you. Good luck!
    Anyone is welcome to add me.

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