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  • LUreda
    LUreda Posts: 10 Member
    I'll add you. I'm looking for motivational support from other mama's too!
  • NewDeb13
    NewDeb13 Posts: 8 Member
    Hi, my name is Deborah, I'm 34 with three girls, 2 months, 3 years, 8 yr old (step). I'm a SAHM and had a moment today that made me feel sick and tired of being overweight and unhealthy. I need to lose this weight for myself and my family. I have about 86lbs to lose.

    Feel free to add me as a friend.

    We can do this. :)
  • Hi my name is Heather. I am a mom of 3. My stepson Tyler is 13, my son Kayden is 4, and my daughter Payton is 1. I am currently 81 lbs over weight. I would love to weigh 130 lbs, but my husband who is very fit and handsome loves some meat so he only wants me to weigh 150 lol we will see how I feel when I get there. We are planning on TTC in November and I want to be 180 lbs before we start trying!. I would love some more friends to give me motivation so feel free to add me!
  • hotmomma0612
    hotmomma0612 Posts: 651 Member
    New here. Had a baby July 6th! :) Add me?! :bigsmile:
  • xalliesmithx
    xalliesmithx Posts: 5 Member
    Hi I'm Allie! I'm looking for friends to help keep me motivated & who want to be motivated as well :) Looking to loose alllllll the fat I gained when I was pregnant... All 60 lbs.
  • xalliesmithx
    xalliesmithx Posts: 5 Member
    Feel free to add me as a friend! :)
  • Cheeky_and_Geeky
    Cheeky_and_Geeky Posts: 984 Member
    Hola fellow moms out there! My name is Alex. I'm 5'1'', 167lbs, lost 8lbs & got 27lbs to go til I'm at a healthy BMI. I'm 25, married, & we have a 2 year old daughter. I'm currently a SAHM but plan on going back to work and/or school this month!

    I've been a yo-yo dieter my whole life. I lost my gallbladder in Jan 2011 when i was 5 months pregnant & lost my appendix in May 2011 only 2 weeks after childbirth. Now I'm having other health problems & need this weight gone! I really think losing this excess weight, exercising more, & eating better will eliminate my health problems.

    My diary is open & I post questions & comment daily. I am very active on MFP & would like to have friends on there with silmilar situations and/or goals. Feel free to send me a friend request! I hope to get to know all of you soon!
  • New to MFP and this group! My daughter is almost 2 and I need to drop the weight I gained from the pregnancy before I have another baby! I have been wanting to get fit for a while but just have lacked motivation. I want to lose about 25 pounds! I am 22 and married and my husband is also new to MFP and we are trying to lose weight together! I love being a SAHM but it makes it hard to work out since my daughter is very attached to me!
    Add me if you want! =)
  • aliriffle1
    aliriffle1 Posts: 1 Member
    Hey fellow moms! I am relatively new to MFP and am looking for some additional support. I had joined before but never was involved in any groups or forums. This time I am getting serious about this and am hoping the additional support can help me stick with it. I am 5'4" and about 160lbs. My goal weight is 130lbs. I have been been around 150-160lbs for as long as I can remember but always have wanted to lose. After I had my son (19 months ago) my body went back to the same weigh but really changed shape. I would like to get a little of my old stomach and butt back and lose some weight as well. What kick started this was seeing fellow moms my age on facebook and in person looking amazing in their old (tiny) clothes and bikinis. It's really not fair! lol So I decided that if I wanted that then I would need to work for it! I also am a full time college student and a part time CNA. I just started the couch25K program so I am hoping that I can stick with it and have it aid in my fitness goals.
  • PoisonElix
    PoisonElix Posts: 39 Member
    Hello all! My name is Erin. Im the mum of 2 crazy little boys. Age 6 and 2. I have been on mfp before.
    Some time after I had my youngest. Lost 35 lbs got discouraged and quit thinking I'd be okay with the weight i was at. NOPE im back! Been loging for 10 days now would have been more but I had a bit of a setback. Im back and started a new workout app called zombies, run 5k trainindg ( been told its like the couch to 5k thing but a little more entertaining) in hopes to one day being fit enough to do a 5k. (some days I feel like I have to do one to keep up with my boys. Hehe) Havent done it but its now a goal of mine. Look for a little extra nudge. Add me if you would like.
  • krwahl
    krwahl Posts: 2
    I am a mommy of an adorable 13 month old. It took me almost 9 months to loose all the baby weight, but I didn't get my body back. I am currently the lightest I've been in years (164), but I don't feel like myself. I have been working hard at maintaining this weight. I find it very difficult trying to fit in exercise. This summer has been easier, but when school starts back I have a hard time managing time (I am a teacher). I am looking for support and encouragement :)
  • lw2134
    lw2134 Posts: 4 Member
    whoops.
  • Aredelings
    Aredelings Posts: 5 Member
    Hi all! My name is Adrienne, I am 29 married, with 3 children, ages 12, 7, and 5. I work as a bank teller and also Lion's president and School Board treasurer so b/t that and juggling sports practices and dance lessons I feel like I never have enough hours in a day! I started mfp a while ago but haven't done the groups yet and looking for the extra motivation. After a long time of hating even the thought of running, I started little and am now training for my 2nd half marathon (in October). I enjoy running and set a goal about a year or so to run 30 road races and lose 30 pounds by my 30th birthday which is in January. I am so far on race 17 and lost 10 pounds, so I still have a ways to go before January! Although I run i really need to concentrate on caloric intake because the weight has not come off as fast as I would have liked :/
  • knit247
    knit247 Posts: 4
    New here and to (actually using) MFP. I am a SAH, homeschooling mother to two, ages 11 and 9. I was never overweight until I had children, and have been overweight for almost 12 years now. Shocking, when I really sit down and think about it :noway:

    My biggest challenge is nighttime. I tend to eat quite a bit after my children go to bed - it's my "reward" for a day well done. The pounds certainly aren't coming off that way, though. My dietary goal for this week is to make sure that I get in 3 servings/dairy each day, and my exercise goal is to get in 30 min. of exercise 3x. If I don't start small, it won't work. I've learned that one the hard way!

    I'm looking forward to getting to know everyone. Take care!
  • chrissysupernova
    chrissysupernova Posts: 3 Member
    I am a self-employed mom of 2 young children and step mom to two teenagers. I also have PCOS which makes it tougher to lose weight. My nutritionist put me on to this program and I do like it. Would love to connect with some other motivated ladies to help keep me excited about my goals!
  • sjpeek
    sjpeek Posts: 1
    I have used MFP before, but fell off the wagon. Im a SAHM. My oldest is 5 and youngest is 10 months. I have put on more weight than I'd like to admit. My goal weight loss is 91lbs. I felt I wasn't as big, but looking at photos people have taken, it has been a true wake up call to look at how actually big I really was. I'm looking to connect with other mommas through this weight loss journey to keep me motivated and stay on track this time!
  • Hey my name is Amanda. I'm a mother of 3 ages 6,3 and a baby who was born on may 6th. I gained a lot of weight with each of my kids and am struggling getting it off with the third one. I feel like the weight flew off with the other two and am discouraged that its taking longer with my most recent. I've lost about 46 pounds already but still have about 12 to go before I reach my pre-pregnancy weight and about another 12 past that to get to my goal weight. Just looking for some other moms who need and can give motivation and tips/tricks of their success.
  • Hi! My name is Amanda! I'm a mother to one beautiful little 3 year old girl who is my whole world! I'm in the military and have recently been under quite a bit of stress with work and being a single mom. My goal is to lose 31 lbs, i don't personally like the way i look weighing anything under 130. I just need support to stay on track with my eating/exercise habits. As a single mon, i don't have a lot of time to do much but take care of the little one, the house, and work. I love my life, i just need tips on how best to accomplish my goal. I'm hoping to maybe find a friend in a similar situation, to help keep each other motivated! :)
  • Hello!
    Although I've had mfp for a while, I just got back on the wagon at the beginning of last month. Lost 9lbs so far, so slow but steady, and already feeling better about myself. My aim is to lose about 4 stone, although "officially" I'm supposed to lose 6, but thats never gonna happen lol!!
    Anyone who wants to add me please feel free :)
  • MrsYoungIII
    MrsYoungIII Posts: 41 Member
    Hi my name is Jess. I'm a 30yr old stay at home mom of 2 girls, 2yr and 7yr. I've been overweight for a very long time time and have tried at different points in my life to lose the weight. Now that my oldest daughter is getting older I don't want to lose weight just to make me feel good about myself but to also teach my daughters to be healthy. I am a role model and if I can't get myself to a healthy weight, eat healthy and exercise then I don't feel like I can expect them too. Being that everyone in my little family (my daughters and husband) are all skinny I feel very out of place. I don't have many pictures of myself holding either of my daughters when they were really little because I felt it made me look even fatter. I need to raise my self esteem and be a good role model for my daughters and I'm looking for friends to help support me in that. I'm also looking to help support other ppl as they reach for their goal.
  • Hi, I'm Maya. I've recently committed to dropping the 15 pounds I've put on since I stopped breastfeeding my son. He's now 5, so I'm out of excuses. I've joined a gym and started tracking calories. Good luck to all of you!
  • junoja
    junoja Posts: 25 Member
    Hello all - I am a mom of two boys, 15 and 11. I also have PCOS and have let it rule my life for far too long. I tend to put myself on the back burner and take care of everyone else and my health is suffering for it. I had a bout of kidney stones in June that really wiped me out for a couple months. I have been working hard since mid-August to take control of my life again and finally lose this weight for good!
  • Hi everyone! I just joined MFP this morning.

    I'm 36 years old and just had my third baby (she'll be 6 weeks old tomorrow). I currently weigh 180, which is less than I did when I got pregnant, but still have 30 pounds to go to reach my goal weight. I had gestational diabetes with all three of my pregnancies, and should stick to a low carb diet, but I seem to have an addiction to Coke and Mt. Dew.

    Of course, with three kids under the age of 4, the caffeine is pretty nice too. ;) Hopefully, as I lose weight, get fitter, and the baby starts sleeping more, I'll have more energy.
  • MrsSmelley
    MrsSmelley Posts: 9 Member
    I'm not new to mfp. I've been here for about 2 yrs. I am however a new mom looking for some motivation to get healthy for my baby girl!!!
  • Hi! I am new here (but not to weight loss). I am a 40 year old mom the four boys (ages 8, 7, 5, and 18 months). I have been overweight for most of my adult life. With each child, I gained and kept 10-20 lbs. Four kids later and I find myself needing to lose 75 lbs. I am ready to take back my life and get healthy. I look forward to getting to know everyone bettter!
  • hotmomma0612
    hotmomma0612 Posts: 651 Member
    I'm Rachel. I have a little boy and am pregnant with #2! Anyone can add me! :heart:
  • Hi I am Sarah. I am 21 and weigh 262. I have been married for 4 years and one little girl who is 2.

    I have been on here multiple times and failed...

    I have about 100lbs to lose and need some friends to keep me on track. I do great for a week and then let myself slip. If I let myself have a cheat meal, I just completely fall off my diet and exercise. Now is the time for me to do this. I need to lose my weight for me, my daughter, my husband and to have another baby next year.
  • CourtneySwore
    CourtneySwore Posts: 2 Member
    Hi Everyone! I am a SAHM of 3 little girls. (5,3,& 10mo) I have had MFP for a while but never really used it seriously. I started getting serious about my weight about one month ago after I saw what I looked like in our latest family pictures. I have lost 10 lbs. so far, but am hoping to get into the 160's by next spring. I'm looking forward to having a place to go to talk about all the health nut things I have been obsessing over lately. My friends are sick of it by now I'm sure. :wink:
  • Hello other moms out there. I have started my journey today and would like to get support of other moms. I have 21 pounds to lose so I can feel better about myself. Over the years I have taken care of my 4 children and husband but not myself. I am a stay at home mom who is also a full time college student. I'm ready to hit this thing head on!!! I don't have friends so if you would like to be my friend please do so, LovShelly18@aol.com is my email. I'm very excited to start my weight loss!! :wink:
  • catisland21
    catisland21 Posts: 12 Member
    Hello fellow moms! I am Jen.
    I am fairly new to MFP, I downloaded the app last year, but never really used it... now after gaining a bit of weight, I am ready to start using this daily and tracking my calories to get back down to my pre-pregnancy weight. I have a 1 1/2 yr old son and once I stopped nursing him, my weight sky rocketed. I put on 15lbs in less than 4 months. I am almost 5'2 and have always been pretty fit, so this weight gain has been pretty hard on me.
    Since I am a full time working mom, I don't really work out. I would rather be at home spending time with my son than at a gym. I did start playing soccer again, 2x a week (practice, if i go, and then game), but other than chasing my son around, I don't do much.

    I am working on calorie counting to start and using our weekends for family time hiking adventures. I could use all the motivation I can get...

    CW: 138
    GW: 122 (would be ok with 125 as long as I feel "fit")