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dcomer11
dcomer11 Posts: 4
edited October 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hello,

Well I'm a single mother of two basically hoping to get my confidence back. After my son (whos 4) I never really dropped the weight gain of 60 lbs. I'm to a point where I'm just sick of it and feel like it's holding me back. I joine MFP after reading everyones inspirational stories. You all gave me hope that I might also actually be able to accomplish this big feat. When I talk to others they make it seem like it so easy but I'm sure you all will understand my struggle. So thank you in advance for the support.

Danielle

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  • 1myfit
    1myfit Posts: 69
    It's a struggle but it does get easier once you start doing it.......the change in eating.
  • lizsmith1976
    lizsmith1976 Posts: 497 Member
    You can do it! Friend request on the way :)

    I'm a single mom too, and although I lost the baby weight after my daughter 10 years ago, I just let more and more weight creep up on me, and then I would lose a little for a little while and the next time get heavier. Now I am on track to a healthy me for the rest of my life. Good luck! I am no expert on anything, but I have done tons and tons of my own research into exercise and healthy eating/cooking. Let me know if you have any questions or want to message about anything. My diary is open to friends.
  • sweets2001
    sweets2001 Posts: 106
    Good luck! There's plenty of support here!
  • blue4myeyes
    blue4myeyes Posts: 93 Member
    Welcome, Danielle! If you are looking for friends, please add me. :)

    First off, you can DEFINITELY do this!! Like you, I got to a point where I just couldn't take it anymore and decided to make a change. For me, it was about 3 months and 30 pounds ago. You will definitely get more used to it, but it is going to be a struggle to lose 60 pounds (or whatever your goal is). Let's face it, we are all busy and eating well and getting enough excercise is NOT easy! However, it can be done and you WILL reach your goal if you just stick with it!

    So....make some friends here on MFP. They will encourage you to keep going when you want to give up! The site itself will help you become accountable to yourself for what you put into your body, as well as the physical activity you exert. Utilize it as much as possible. I am excited for you as you start this journey and hope you find MFP as helpful as I have. Best of luck!!
  • TooFatToFit
    TooFatToFit Posts: 285 Member
    Welcome! I'm a single mother of 2 as well.
  • Loko_Ino
    Loko_Ino Posts: 544 Member
    Welcome!
    Good luck and we are all here for you!
  • glenbabe
    glenbabe Posts: 303 Member
    Oh no it is never easy thats why you feel so great when it works.You have to steel yourself for a long hard battle with your mind and will,BUT boy is it satisfying as you start to win the battle and the support you get on this site is a BIG HELP.Good luck and dont give up even if you slip along the way you must stick with it till you achieve what you want.
  • Qarol
    Qarol Posts: 6,171 Member
    When I talk to others they make it seem like it so easy
    I get stabby when people tell me it's easy...
  • hitmygoalin10weeks
    hitmygoalin10weeks Posts: 22
    Welcome! Myfitnesspal def will keep you on track and give you support when you need it. I have found that the hardest thing is to get through the first few changes like getting into an exercise routine or cutting out the bad snacks and replacing them with better choices... Yet we are all human and we will all fall off the health train occasionally... It's about loving yourself and getting back on... Feel free to add me as a friend... We can do it together!!!!
  • dcomer11
    dcomer11 Posts: 4
    Yeah it will be difficult but I'm ready. Thanks for the support :-)
  • shydaisi
    shydaisi Posts: 788 Member
    I am a single mom too. For me, the hardest part was learning to put myself first at times. Stay strong, you can do this!
  • MsBaby117
    MsBaby117 Posts: 201 Member
    You can do it!! We are all here for the same reason...I recently joined myself and so far I LOVE It!!! Just like anything else you will have some good days and some bad...The main thing to remember is when you fall off the wagon one day climb right back on the next day!! :flowerforyou:
  • dcomer11
    dcomer11 Posts: 4
    Thanks everyone I already feel at home. :-)
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