40 something mom making time for me

southernmom3
southernmom3 Posts: 181 Member
edited November 16 in Motivation and Support
I'm a single mom of two in my late 40s. I work two jobs. So finding time for me is hard to do. Looking for others who need support and encouragement. Anyone willing to be a MFP friend and us help each of us get to a healthier better place. I am 40 plus pounds over the normal healthy weight. Please feel free to add me
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  • croftie4
    croftie4 Posts: 221 Member
    Added
  • perkymommy
    perkymommy Posts: 1,642 Member
    I will send you a friend request. I'm in my late 40s with five kids and I work at home. I'm trying to lose 25 lbs.
  • MyTimeNishka
    MyTimeNishka Posts: 23 Member
    I'm 40 and a single mom of 2 with alot to lose and needing the accountability to get it done
  • Tracey628
    Tracey628 Posts: 20 Member
    Im 43, need to lose 35 ...reallybstruggling but post everyday .i don't know how to add people but you can add me !!
  • southernmom3
    southernmom3 Posts: 181 Member
    thanks ladies - I have added each of you. I hope we can support each other and get going on the right track to this journey to a healthier us. now to figure out a better exercise plan. any ideas on 15-20 minute cardio plan that you enjoy. I did Jillian Michael's 30 day Shred when I first joined the group back in 13-14. It does work might have to pull that out and start doing this in the mornings before work. When do you choose to exercise? Mornings or nights and which is working best for you?
  • MyTimeNishka
    MyTimeNishka Posts: 23 Member
    Morning exercises are sure to get done
  • ElizabethHooper1225
    ElizabethHooper1225 Posts: 24 Member
    Add me. I'm 41 mom of one. Full-time wife, mother and have a full-time job. Feel like I never have time for me. We can support each other
  • MyTimeNishka
    MyTimeNishka Posts: 23 Member
    How's everyone doing?
  • jenstripl
    jenstripl Posts: 6 Member
    Feel free to add me too! :-)
  • JewelsB582016
    JewelsB582016 Posts: 2 Member
    edited June 2017
    Please add me as well. Mom of one full time career and would like to get support from like ladies to keep up my clean eating and exercise. Looking to shed 30 lbs and live healthier!! Who is with me? Let's rock this!!!

  • meganpace80
    meganpace80 Posts: 1 Member
    feel free to add me too, I'm also down south. 3 kids also.
  • christinecameron901
    christinecameron901 Posts: 31 Member
    Hi,I am 49 years old and mom of two teenage girls.I know exactly how you feel about "me time ". We all need some. :)
  • Steph1015
    Steph1015 Posts: 119 Member
    Feel free to add me, mom of 3, work full time..
  • shonat11
    shonat11 Posts: 170 Member
    Hi. I'm 48 with 2 young children. Need to loose 50lbs to be in healthy range. Would love more me time! I tend to overeat when tired which is often. Good luck to you all and feel free to add me
  • shonat11
    shonat11 Posts: 170 Member
    Hello ladies, just wondering how you're all doing. Managing to find some me time? How about the healthy eating and exercise?
    I'm doing ok for now -I've set myself a calorie allowance that's not too strict and actually find I'm doing better. I don't go off the rails as often as I used to when my allowance was smaller. I used to go over regularly then just keep eating as I was "over it anyway ".
    Have a nice day /weekend everyone.
  • Heatherpuggy2018
    Heatherpuggy2018 Posts: 42 Member
    Hi All - I am a 48year old mother who has decided to make this year "my" year after years of looking after everyone else. I have at least 60lb to lose - very happy to be added by you
  • Bluebell2325
    Bluebell2325 Posts: 103 Member
    I'm a not quite 40 mum of 2 (12 and 10) with a stash of exercise DVDs and saved uTube videos to squish into any spare 15 minutes I find between being cook, nurse, agony aunt, cleaner, coordinator, referee, answer phone service, financier, taxi driver, etc, etc. During the day while they're at school I get off lightly and go to work, I'm an accountant. In those spare 15 minutes each day I am me (Mel) and I quite like being me!!!!
  • MyTimeNishka
    MyTimeNishka Posts: 23 Member
    Morning everyone!! How is it going?!
  • jbirdy76
    jbirdy76 Posts: 161 Member
    Awesome to see ladies in a similar stage in life. I 41 with 4 kiddos, job and school I feel so much better when I give myself time but it is always the first to go. Any of you please feel free to add me! I have used mfp on and off for the last almost 5 years. With it I am happier and healthier. The support helps me stay consistent with it. How is everyone doing this summer?
  • jbirdy76
    jbirdy76 Posts: 161 Member
    MyTimeNishka wrote: »
    Morning everyone!! How is it going?!

    Good morning!
  • everycontinent
    everycontinent Posts: 5 Member
    Hi - would like to be added to your group. Solo mom, NYC, one child away at college. Gained 45 pounds in last 5 years - looking to get back in shape by the time I turn 50!
  • Akkael
    Akkael Posts: 36 Member
    Hi! I'd like to be added, too. I turned 40 this year. I have 4 kids. I've had a rough year with getting thyroid removed b/c of cancer and then back surgery. Would love more friends/accountability.
  • newlark01
    newlark01 Posts: 474 Member
    Can I join you too? 45 with two children - work part time and study part time. Little time to myself especially with the holidays starting - rarely get to watch tv for example (though do seem to make time for fb/mfp forums!). Have been on mfp just over 6 weeks - 15lbs lost, 13 to go and know these are going to be harder - couldn't believe how easily the first 8 or 9 came off but it is much slower now...
  • Iwilldo198
    Iwilldo198 Posts: 19 Member
    I to would like to join. Over 40 married 2 kids. I am learning to make me a priority and that starts with taken better care of myself. I doing small increments. My first goal is 5 pounds. I had lost 20 last year but life happened and I have probably gained it all back. I will weigh tomorrow to know for sure. We deserve this as moms we help everyone else reach their goals. Let's support each other to help us reach our goals
  • IAmTheGlue
    IAmTheGlue Posts: 701 Member
    Feel free to add me! I'm a 40 year old SAHM of 5. My oldest son is 17 and my youngest is 2 weeks old. I had a super rough final pregnancy that just about killed us both, and am looking forward to getting my old life back. I was on bedrest at the end so I'm very anxious to rebuild my body. I have to lose a lot of weight so I will be around for a long time to encourage others. :)
  • FeelingFit
    FeelingFit Posts: 2 Member
    edited July 2017
    Married almost 25yrs, mom of three, desk jockey with an hour commute each way, 47yrs old, 5' 5", 218lb. Started walking 3-4 miles per day and hoping to get down to 150lb by next summer. What is the safest, quickest way to accomplish this? Time to focus on "me" while the older two are off to college this fall and the youngest starts high school.

  • joolie1234
    joolie1234 Posts: 126 Member
    FeelingFit wrote: »
    Married almost 25yrs, mom of three, desk jockey with an hour commute each way, 47yrs old, 5' 5", 218lb. Started walking 3-4 miles per day and hoping to get down to 150lb by next summer. What is the safest, quickest way to accomplish this? Time to focus on "me" while the older two are off to college this fall and the youngest starts high school.

    Same for me! I have twins starting college this fall - one is going away, one is living at home and commuting to state college. And my youngest is going to be a freshman. All boys.
  • julie03878
    julie03878 Posts: 5 Member
    I so agree. Kids are grown And it's my time to lose the weight
  • Robical
    Robical Posts: 19 Member
    Hi, please add me too :) I am 47 with 2 kids, 9 and 7, and it's so hard. I feel guilty if I am not with them or at work :(
  • MommaGem2017
    MommaGem2017 Posts: 405 Member
    I'm 42, mom of two young ones, and work full-time. Feel free to add :)
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