Staying away from the scale worked!!! I drank a ton of water because a thread said if one is not used to working out then our muscles will hold onto the water in shock. Today I am 10 lbs lighter very encouraging. I also added a huge calorie day this weekend because I think that may have been a little too fast.

Pre Preg: 120
Preggo Weight Gain: 35 lbs (155 lbs total at delivery)
Post Delivery:...I want to say 140lbs?
4 weeks PP: 135lbs
2 months PP: 130 lbs
5 months PP: 143lbs (yeah, I guess I was using BF as an excuse)
1 year PP: 133 lbs (lost 10 lbs in the last 3 months)

I hope to get down to 120 soon, but it's going to be a long process of completely transforming my body (gaining muscle, dropping fat etc.)

I credit dropping the weight originally due to eating well and being very active prior to delivery. I started walking up to 2 hours a day 6 weeks after and kept dropping the weight. Then it got colder and I kept using BF as an excuse especially since I had a huge oversupply and thus gained some weight back. Well, I finally decided to incorporate strength training and real cardio again, along with watching what I eat like I used to in the beginning of March and that's when the weight started coming off, although very slowly. I now wake up around 4-430 am and workout 5-6 times a week. MWF is strength training with recently HIIT cardio and TuTh are longer run / jog days with the dog. I also try to work out on Saturday by taking a class and doing active rest on Sundays (long walk with family, cleaning, etc.) But the biggest thing has been focusing on nutrition. Abs are made in the kitchen

Quick check-in!

I'm 33, 5'6", and this is my 6th biological child.

Pre-pregnancy: 159 lbs
41 weeks: 183.4 lbs

Roisin Marie born on Christmas Eve at 41+5 weeks, 7lbs 5oz, 19" long

1 week post-partum: 154.8
1 month post-partum: 151.8 lbs
6 weeks post-partum: 150.2 lbs
6 months post-partum (now): 141 lbs!

Goal weight: 135 lbs

So, my daughter is 6 months old, and I am currently 18 pounds UNDER my pre-pregnancy weight! Only 6 pounds left until my goal weight! :happy:

I lost about 30 pounds prior to becoming pregnant. I did not eat healthy during my pregnancy, and had a very rough time emotionally. I went from about 170 to 206. I'm now at 188. I hope to get to 135 eventually. I exclusively breastfeed and my daughter is 5 months old. I plan to let her wean when ready, so I'm not sure how easy this will be.

Prepreggo: 144 lbs
At term: 176 (+32)
2 weeks: 158
1 month: 159
2 months: 154
3 mo: 150
4 mo: 147
5 mo: 146
6 mo: 147
7 mo: 150
8 mo: 148
current (8.5 mo): 146.5

exclusive BF to 6 mo then added solids. Stalled pretty much after 3 months so I've decided to pay attention to my diet.
Goal: 140, BF% 20%

Pre-pregnancy: 165
Delivery (35w): 201
1 week PP: 175
3 months PP: 185 (I'm another one who used BF as an excuse)
4 months PP: 178

Short term goal: pre-pregnancy weight by the end of the year
Long term goal: 120-125 I was at this weight a few years ago and LOVED the way I looked and felt so that's what I'm aiming for again!

Please feel free to add me as a friend; it's always good to have extra support and motivation!

5'1
Pre-baby= 131lbs
Delivery @ 41weeks= 199lbs (oops!)
Current @ 3months pp= 157.5 (current MFP starting weight)
Goal= 103- 104lbs (pre- husband weight- LOL!)

Dropped a lot of weight quickly, but I have been at the 157.5 mark for awhile now, so I signed up with MFP hoping that by tracking my food intake and exercise outtake I will drop to my pre-husband weight (gained weight due to the happy factor). I am exclusively breast feeding.

Pre-Preg Weight: 150
Delivery Weight: 190-ish (+40-ish)
After Delivery: 172
6 Months Postpartum: 168
Goal #1: 158 at 9 months PP
Goal #2: 150 at 1 year PP
Ultimate Goal: 145

I am 5'9 and just recently weaned. I am hoping to net 1200 cals a day to jump start my weight loss goals.

Hi All,

I didn't weigh myself right after my little guy was born in March, but here's some info:

Height: 5'5"
Pre-Preg: 140
Deliver Day: 183 (43lbs gained)
Baby was 6lbs 11oz
Current weight: 154

My goal is to get to 135. Two weeks ago I cut out refined sugar and started the 30 Day Shred and have lost 5 lbs. I'm also EBF, hoping to lose 5 lbs by Labor Day.

Pre-pregnancy: somewhere between 160 and 165 (I think)
Pre-delivery: 240 (yikes! That's what happens when you go from eating 1200 to maintenance and then aren't allowed to work out)
Postpartum settled weight: 220

I lost almost 20 more in the first six months postpartum, but then when my baby started STTN, my weight went back up. I had the hardest time losing while BFing. It took so much effort for so little payoff, plus I was watching my supply like a hawk. A week ago my little guy turned one, and we are now fully weaned.

One year postpartum (5/23/14): 211ish
Two days ago (5/28/14): 206.4

I am eating 1750 calories/day and am hoping my body finally lets go of this weight now that we're done BFing! I'm so tired of not having any clothes that fit me (not even close).

ETA that I'm gearing up to start running again in hopes that it will help me out like it did after my first was born.

Update: currently 195 (8/25/14), and my little guy is 15 months old

ETA that I'm eating 1600-1700/day, plus I'm working out hard on the weekends (Spinning) and running as much as I can during the week (2-3x for about 30 minutes, so not crazy).

Pre-pregnancy weight: 113lb. at 5'4 height, small frame. Delivered my first baby on August 19th (40w/1d) and weighed right at 131lb. So a total gain of 18lbs. Today I went to the doctor for a checkup, at 2 weeks/2 days post-pregnancy my weight is 114.4lbs! Pretty happy about it! Especially since I've been taking it really easy - BFing exclusively, which must be helping with the weight loss. Happy with my 16.6lbs loss, still have 1.4lbs to lose to get back to pre-pregnancy weight. Would like to get down to 110lb, but would be happy to maintain anywhere between 110-115.

Very happy for you that you've had such an easy time. Seriously. I gained exactly 25 lbs with my last pregnancy ( baby is 14 months old now), breastfed for 12 months and I STILL haven't lost it all. I run 15 miles a week, lift weights twice a week and religiously log my food. Still have 3 lbs to go. I'm currently 5'3 and 118lbs. I know that I have more muscle this time around, which I guess "weighs more" but I'm still pretty committed to seeing that 115 on the scale. Like you, I'd also like to get to 110, but I'm not sure if it is realistic for me. I will certainly try!

I'm not going to lie, I'm jealous of your easy success. Happy for you, but jealous just the same.

Pre-pregnancy weight: 113lb. at 5'4 height, small frame. Delivered my first baby on August 19th (40w/1d) and weighed right at 131lb. So a total gain of 18lbs. Today I went to the doctor for a checkup, at 2 weeks/2 days post-pregnancy my weight is 114.4lbs! Pretty happy about it! Especially since I've been taking it really easy - BFing exclusively, which must be helping with the weight loss. Happy with my 16.6lbs loss, still have 1.4lbs to lose to get back to pre-pregnancy weight. Would like to get down to 110lb, but would be happy to maintain anywhere between 110-115.

Very happy for you that you've had such an easy time. Seriously. I gained exactly 25 lbs with my last pregnancy ( baby is 14 months old now), breastfed for 12 months and I STILL haven't lost it all. I run 15 miles a week, lift weights twice a week and religiously log my food. Still have 3 lbs to go. I'm currently 5'3 and 118lbs. I know that I have more muscle this time around, which I guess "weighs more" but I'm still pretty committed to seeing that 115 on the scale. Like you, I'd also like to get to 110, but I'm not sure if it is realistic for me. I will certainly try!

I'm not going to lie, I'm jealous of your easy success. Happy for you, but jealous just the same.

Thanks! I was really surprised with how fast the weight came off, wasn't expecting that at all. But I think since I stayed relatively active (worked out about 5x/week up until my due date) really helped my body to bounce back. Also, since this was my first pregnancy that may have made a difference, not sure?? Now, I'm just eager to start running again, it was such a big part of my life! But, still in recovery mode so I'm not going to push it. Will probably start back with easy walking and maybe light jogging around my 6 week post-pregnancy date. Had some major pain with my left hip flexor and groin about mid-way during my pregnancy, trying to allow that to heal completely before hitting the road again.

And you are right, muscle weighs more than fat, so don't get discouraged, you will get down to 115. Also, I think it's important to try and eat enough calories, sometimes if you don't consume enough, your body will hold on to those last few pounds you are trying to lose. You will get there, don't give up!

Mfp starting weight Jan '13: 93.7kg (206.6lbs)

4 wks: 90.1 kg (198lbs) (Waist: 94cm)
40+5 wks: 93.9 kg (207lbs) (Waist 118 to 122cm)

Baby Rosanna born Nov 3rd @ 40+6 wks and was 8lb 4oz

1 wk pp: 86kg (189.6lbs) Waist 114cm
2 wk pp: 85.2kg (187.8lbs) Waist 106cm
3 wk pp: 85.2kg (187.8lbs)
4 wk pp: 85.8kg (189.2lbs)
5 wk pp: 84.2kg (185.6lbs) Waist 102cm
6 wk pp: 83.8kg (184.7lbs) Waist 98cm

3 months pp: 82.5kg (181.9lbs)
4 months pp: 81.1kg (178.8lbs)
5 months pp: 79.2kg (174.6lbs)
6 months pp: 78.2kg (172.4lbs)
7 months pp: 76.5kg (168.6lbs) Waist 88cm
8 months pp: 74.7kg (164.6lbs)
9 months pp: 75.5kg (166.4lbs)
10 months pp : 73.9kg (163lbs) Still breastfeeding

Pre pregnancy weight: 135
35 weeks (delivery day): 163
8 months postpartum: 131
Goal weight is: 125 by this Christmas.

Height: 5'5.5"
Pre Preg: 120
Preggo Weight Gain: 35 lbs (155 lbs total at delivery)
Post Delivery:...I want to say 140lbs?
4 weeks PP: 135lbs
2 months PP: 130 lbs
5 months PP: 143lbs (yeah, I guess I was using BF as an excuse)
1 year PP: 133 lbs (lost 10 lbs in the last 3 months)
19 months PP: 127 lbs (lost 6 lbs in 4 weeks) - I had the flu, 2 bouts of stomach flu, and went on a vacation all in one month. Not sure what did the trick, but I like it. My body just Would.Not.Break. the 131lbs limit no matter what I did and all of a sudden it dropped. Still nursing and no period.

Goal is between 115-120

I do know for me MFP way overestimates calories as I've always been active, so my body is very used to it. I also have hypothyroid condition which makes losing weight much more difficult. But I will get there! I don't count nursing and exercise calories any more and that seems to help somewhat. We'll see if it sticks. Religiously tracking my food and keeping myself within limits to see results!