Fit For Future Families - October 2011
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Things are a bit tough at the moment, my OH is having a terrible time at work and has been really quite depressed. Then as he was driving home Friday he heard that a very close friend of his died unexpectedly from a heart attack (a marathon runner aged 51, I still can't believe it myself) that afternoon so it's been an emotional weekend. Most of my resources are of course going into supporting him at the moment so I've not been about much but I'm trying to keep up when I can.
So sorry to hear that! Hang in there and don't worry about us, just take care of your man and yourself. Hugs0 -
Happy Monday ladies!
So, for me, it's been a long few days.
Good stuff - I finally worked out for the first time in over a month! And it nearly killed me but I did it! I will be going after school during the week more often
I just need to get through the initial hump.
Also, we had a belayed Thanksgiving dinner last night - and it was awesome!
Not so good stuff - had a breakdown last night with hubby. Huge emotions following by even bigger sobs. But feeling much better.
We're looking into moving our first IVF up from May to December. We still have some things to consider, but we are thinking about it. It means stopping the Clomid (at my clinic you need 3 'bleeds' in between) which makes me feel as though we'd have zero chance otherwise. It's a hard threshold to get through - finally taking that step, but we'll see.
Anyone besides Pam doing/done IVF?
Silver lining - it's the motivation I need to stick to my diet!0 -
cutmd- Only 8.2lbs has been lost since the m/c, the rest was before the m/c (and really I was down 11 of my total 12.2 loss when I got pregnant, I am just getting back to where I started to we can do it again!). I've just been taking lost of walks with my son and counting calories. I think I am now hitting the point where it's going to be harder to lose... no more few lbs a week losses for me!0
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Jalara - I have done IVF. We had one live round in September 2008 which seemed to go well but resulted in no pregnancy. We had 2 frozen embryos and did a frozen embryo cycle in December 2008. Both embryos implanted but one stopped growing at 6 weeks, and I had a healthy son September 2009. Now we are trying for number 2 and I am starting IVF again next month. Our diagnosis was MFI.
I am more than happy to talk about it or answer questions about my experience - just let me know.0 -
Love reading everyones updates! Sorry to the ones whos doctors are not taking them serious because of their age. Ive recently had to deal with that myself. Just not with the ob with my gp.
AFM- I am down 4lbs this week. I did horrible at sticking to my goals. Going to try to revamp and go at it again this week. Along with the added goal of sticking to the 30 DS.0 -
Happy Monday ladies! I love that I usually have a half hour free to catch up and respond to y'all. It's a good start to the week!
Welcome smanibhai, Imwitha, cutmd & leylaaa87
Nice to see you again Amanda. Sorry to hear about the ectopic pregnancy. Good job staying focused on your health through all of the craziness.
dexters_dexterity - Love your workout updates. It inspires me to want to try some new things.
Meggan, Glad you're through with this round of clomid. Now fingers crossed for everything to work out just right!
kaitlinj - Hubby and I say the same thing about how responsible we were when we were younger about not getting pregnant and now that we want to it is so hard. We have a theory that irresponsibility increases the likelihood of pregnancy. He says that means we need to do it in the back of the car. I laughed at the time, but now, you never know...
Beth - Glad you had a good session with a trainer. I've been thinking about paying for a few sessions once I reach my next milestone. Getting the cardio in is not so tough, but I know nothing about the proper way to strength train and I know it is so beneficial, I don't want to miss out. And very cool about crocheting. I knit some and it is a super stress relief.
Smores18 - Sorry you haven't heard back from the doctor yet. That feeling of waiting to move forward is so hard. Of course, only your doctor can say for sure, but I don't think the exercise and diet will hurt your chances. Just don't do anything crazy or weird. To be honest, if your diet is balanced, even at a slightly lower calorie intake, it can be a good thing for your body. Fingers crossed that you get some good answers and direction soon.
EmilyRanae22 - Good luck with the surgery. I feel so badly for you with all the pain that you're in. Keep us up to date with how you're doing.
3ricaAnn - Sending positive thoughts your way for finding a new job! Best of luck to you! About the cycle lengths, I will share this. My cycle changed a lot when I was in my early 20s. You're right to stay on top of your doctors to find out more, especially since you are TTC, but do know that your body is still adjusting and adapting.
Simone - Welcome back!! Great job on your progress so far!
Jalara - Positive thoughts your way too as you get through the next month or so of school. You're definitely in the home stretch now! Hmm...31st birthday ideas - I definitely am a fan of personal days, lots of papering: salon, spa, cheesy movies & dinner someplace completely out of the normal. I save the big get togethers with friends for the more milestone birthdays. Honestly, most of the time I'd rather just celebrate with DH than a bunch of people. Let us know what you decide to do! Good luck with the big decisions that lie ahead of you too regarding IVF.
RisOnTheRun - I agree with everyone that it might mean just setting the mood beforehand to get his mind off of babies. However, don't discount his reaction too much. I'm certainly not qualified to say this for sure, but it might mean he's feeling some emotional reluctance to become a father. It might help to talk it out (when you are not trying to do the deed) to make sure he has a chance to share all his thoughts and concerns. Once he's more comfortable, the other part might be less of an issue. Good luck!
Karen - Just a big HELLO and shout out that I'm thinking about you!
Mandy - Yes, there must be an epidemic, because I can't stop seeing babies either. It probably didn't help that I went to a 1-yr old birthday party this weekend, but I completely understand. There is this little person in my head just screaming as I smile and politely tell someone "Oh your 4 year and 20 mo old are so adorable, I can't believe you're expecting twins now! Just how will you manage?" I have to laugh to stay sane. Trust me, we all get it!
Pam - Hope your weekend turned out ok and the eating out was manageable. That's been one of my top goals with this plan is to figure out how to eat out and still be successful. It's getting easier the more I've tracked my food and know how to make good choices, but it's still not always obvious. It's also why I still haven't gotten around to your new food challenge yet - I just don't cook. Sorry to hear about the riff with your swim buddy. It's just hard when she's not at the same level of commitment that your are. Maybe you can meet a new buddy at the class. Good luck!
Melissa - glad you are gradually dosing up on the metformin. It will help. Sorry I don't have any tips on the temp'ing. I never could get it right. My doctor looked at my charts a couple of years ago and just shook her head because I was all over the place!
thinthought - Nice to see you again and congrats on the disappearing cyst! Good luck with your next round of 30DS. I'm 10 days into my first one and moving up to level 2 tonight.
mrsjenfrank - HUGS to you. It's a journey, not just a trip. You'll get over this little bump in the road.
Fiona - So sorry to hear about what your DH is going through. Losing someone is never easy, especially unexpectedly and then to add work stress on top of it. I know it's cliche to say that time heals, but it does. Thinking loving thoughts for you too, I know being there for someone else has its own special toll. Feel free to drop in here if you need us. *HUGS*
starfairy411 - Good job on your losses so far, you're right, it does feel like it gets harder, but you can push through it. We believe in you!
mommy2squish - Great Loss!
AFM, Was a little scared I had negated my loss this week over the weekend, I had weird scale issues this morning when I first got up, but I weighed again after my shower and got a consistent reading. I didn't really eat too much above maintenance on Saturday, but I just felt bloated and weird all weekend. I'm crossing my fingers that I was O'ing. I took a couple days off from the 30DS because I wasn't feeling well, but will be back in full force today. The big win of the weekend, though was DH helped install another shoe rack in my closet so now all my shoes fit without spreading out into a pile in the middle of the floor. Yay!
MFP SW (March 2011): 211
Calendar week 38: 171.2 (-0.8)
Calendar week 29: 171.6 (+0.4)
Calendar week 30: 170.6 (-1.0)
Calendar week 31: 169.6 (-1.0)
Calendar week 32: 168.4 (-1.2)
Hope everyone has a great week!
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Hey ladies! Well...I think I've probably only posted once or twice in this month's thread. Fall is such a busy time!
So I think I did post earlier that we know some people who are in the adopiton process, and they have been matched to a birth mother who lives near us. So last month they came down here to meet with her. It went very well, and everyone felt comfortable moving forward. Well, the birth mother had really wanted them to come back for one more visit before the birth, and even though it meant them taking time off work, paying for plane tickets, etc, they were more than happy to do so. So this past weekend they came to town again. However, the birth mother totally blew them off. She knew they were coming--had been in contact with them the week before. But when they were in town, she did not return their calls, and only sent a couple of vauge text messages. They did not get to see her at all, even after coming all htis way. SO...needless to say the couple feels that she may be having second thoughts, or wanting to back out. She hasn't come out and said that, but they're trying to come to terms with the fact that it might be true. Very heartbreaking. We'll see what happens, though. In our state, adoption is finalized 10 days after birth (which is super fast), so anything can happen between now and then, I guess.
AFM, I've still been losing weight (except for this week...thanks to AF). I just finished my second month of charting BBTs, and it does appear that I've had two ovulatory cycles, so that's good!
I do lurk here sometimes, but I'm having a tough time keeping up. Fall is just too busy!! Hope everyone's doing ok!0 -
when should I track my bbt? I know they say before you get out of bed but I wake at at 3 or 4 am (depending on what time my dh has to be at work) I make his breakfast and pack his lunch then when he leaves I try to go back to sleep. Should i do it that early or wait untill I wake up again?0
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3rica - it's best to have had at least 4 hours of sleep. So take it when you wake up from your longest sleep time. Also, it needs to be taken at the same time every day so that each temp gets the same level of consideration (computer geek me!). I would suggest taking it before you get out of bed with hubby, and then you don't have to work about it 0
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Happy Monday ladies! I love that I usually have a half hour free to catch up and respond to y'all. It's a good start to the week!
Welcome smanibhai, Imwitha, cutmd & leylaaa87
Nice to see you again Amanda. Sorry to hear about the ectopic pregnancy. Good job staying focused on your health through all of the craziness.
dexters_dexterity - Love your workout updates. It inspires me to want to try some new things.
Meggan, Glad you're through with this round of clomid. Now fingers crossed for everything to work out just right!
kaitlinj - Hubby and I say the same thing about how responsible we were when we were younger about not getting pregnant and now that we want to it is so hard. We have a theory that irresponsibility increases the likelihood of pregnancy. He says that means we need to do it in the back of the car. I laughed at the time, but now, you never know...
Beth - Glad you had a good session with a trainer. I've been thinking about paying for a few sessions once I reach my next milestone. Getting the cardio in is not so tough, but I know nothing about the proper way to strength train and I know it is so beneficial, I don't want to miss out. And very cool about crocheting. I knit some and it is a super stress relief.
Smores18 - Sorry you haven't heard back from the doctor yet. That feeling of waiting to move forward is so hard. Of course, only your doctor can say for sure, but I don't think the exercise and diet will hurt your chances. Just don't do anything crazy or weird. To be honest, if your diet is balanced, even at a slightly lower calorie intake, it can be a good thing for your body. Fingers crossed that you get some good answers and direction soon.
EmilyRanae22 - Good luck with the surgery. I feel so badly for you with all the pain that you're in. Keep us up to date with how you're doing.
3ricaAnn - Sending positive thoughts your way for finding a new job! Best of luck to you! About the cycle lengths, I will share this. My cycle changed a lot when I was in my early 20s. You're right to stay on top of your doctors to find out more, especially since you are TTC, but do know that your body is still adjusting and adapting.
Simone - Welcome back!! Great job on your progress so far!
Jalara - Positive thoughts your way too as you get through the next month or so of school. You're definitely in the home stretch now! Hmm...31st birthday ideas - I definitely am a fan of personal days, lots of papering: salon, spa, cheesy movies & dinner someplace completely out of the normal. I save the big get togethers with friends for the more milestone birthdays. Honestly, most of the time I'd rather just celebrate with DH than a bunch of people. Let us know what you decide to do! Good luck with the big decisions that lie ahead of you too regarding IVF.
RisOnTheRun - I agree with everyone that it might mean just setting the mood beforehand to get his mind off of babies. However, don't discount his reaction too much. I'm certainly not qualified to say this for sure, but it might mean he's feeling some emotional reluctance to become a father. It might help to talk it out (when you are not trying to do the deed) to make sure he has a chance to share all his thoughts and concerns. Once he's more comfortable, the other part might be less of an issue. Good luck!
Karen - Just a big HELLO and shout out that I'm thinking about you!
Mandy - Yes, there must be an epidemic, because I can't stop seeing babies either. It probably didn't help that I went to a 1-yr old birthday party this weekend, but I completely understand. There is this little person in my head just screaming as I smile and politely tell someone "Oh your 4 year and 20 mo old are so adorable, I can't believe you're expecting twins now! Just how will you manage?" I have to laugh to stay sane. Trust me, we all get it!
Pam - Hope your weekend turned out ok and the eating out was manageable. That's been one of my top goals with this plan is to figure out how to eat out and still be successful. It's getting easier the more I've tracked my food and know how to make good choices, but it's still not always obvious. It's also why I still haven't gotten around to your new food challenge yet - I just don't cook. Sorry to hear about the riff with your swim buddy. It's just hard when she's not at the same level of commitment that your are. Maybe you can meet a new buddy at the class. Good luck!
Melissa - glad you are gradually dosing up on the metformin. It will help. Sorry I don't have any tips on the temp'ing. I never could get it right. My doctor looked at my charts a couple of years ago and just shook her head because I was all over the place!
thinthought - Nice to see you again and congrats on the disappearing cyst! Good luck with your next round of 30DS. I'm 10 days into my first one and moving up to level 2 tonight.
mrsjenfrank - HUGS to you. It's a journey, not just a trip. You'll get over this little bump in the road.
Fiona - So sorry to hear about what your DH is going through. Losing someone is never easy, especially unexpectedly and then to add work stress on top of it. I know it's cliche to say that time heals, but it does. Thinking loving thoughts for you too, I know being there for someone else has its own special toll. Feel free to drop in here if you need us. *HUGS*
starfairy411 - Good job on your losses so far, you're right, it does feel like it gets harder, but you can push through it. We believe in you!
mommy2squish - Great Loss!
AFM, Was a little scared I had negated my loss this week over the weekend, I had weird scale issues this morning when I first got up, but I weighed again after my shower and got a consistent reading. I didn't really eat too much above maintenance on Saturday, but I just felt bloated and weird all weekend. I'm crossing my fingers that I was O'ing. I took a couple days off from the 30DS because I wasn't feeling well, but will be back in full force today. The big win of the weekend, though was DH helped install another shoe rack in my closet so now all my shoes fit without spreading out into a pile in the middle of the floor. Yay!
MFP SW (March 2011): 211
Calendar week 38: 171.2 (-0.8)
Calendar week 29: 171.6 (+0.4)
Calendar week 30: 170.6 (-1.0)
Calendar week 31: 169.6 (-1.0)
Calendar week 32: 168.4 (-1.2)
Hope everyone has a great week!
:flowerforyou: Stephanie
it is very surprising how do u manage to address everybody on the post, i think u have great memory!0 -
ok guys im missing the ABCs of temping and cm and blah, cant order the book so kindly refer me some good website0
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ok guys im missing the ABCs of temping and cm and blah, cant order the book so kindly refer me some good website
Fertilityfriend.com has some good information or you can also try tcoyf.com - they both have chartin information and fertility workups....0 -
it is very surprising how do u manage to address everybody on the post, i think u have great memory!
dexter, I do remember a lot of what I want to reply to, but secret revealed, I keep a second window open so I can refer back, just in case.
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Alright ladies, the decision has been made. We are going to start our first IVF cycle when AF shows at the end of November. We'll know the results approximately the first week of February.
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Jalara- EXCITING!
Sorry I've been absent this past week! My mom flew up to visit and the week was full of hang out and going to look at houses with her and my dad. I think they have found their retirement home! Very exciting because it will either be 15 minutes away or 5 minutes away depending on which house acually works out. It will be so awesome to have them so near! I will try to get caught up with all of you. Have a good week everyone.0 -
Just a quick note before I head out so you all know I haven't fallen off the face of the planet-
mrsjenfrank--like shannon said, this is a journey--there will be bumps and setbacks, but even the fact that you are keeping a log and are willing to write down the truth and share it with someone else is a BIG step forward, and it is a CHANGE in your past behavior, right? Change isn't overnight--especially when dealing with food habits. This is a marathon, not a sprint--pretty soon the little steps will turn into big miles. Keep it up. PS--we have frozen veggies of some sort with every dinner every night. They are a great substitute for fresh if they are out of the price range for you--and they go on sale more often! I always feel a little guilty because I try to buy local when I can, but this is just one of those things that I have had to compromise on. I stock up when the go on sale.
Jalara--WOWIEEE! So happy for you that you are going to try to move ahead! It'll be a busy holiday season for you!! Will most of the treatment cycle fall in a break from school? Hope so!
As for everyone else--I am reading all the posts, and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers--sorry I don't have the time or inclination to respond to everyone. I can usually keep track of about 2 or three people in my head at at time when writing, and so whoever happens to be there when I hit the reply button tend to get the glory. But all of you are in my head, just to make sure you know!0 -
Hey all, I don't have time to write much but I just came back from the dentist and they told me some interesting things! Did you know that women with gengevitas (sp?) are more likely to have premature babies? Also, we give our children cavities. There are certain bacteria that create cavities and without that bacteria you can eat all the sugar you want and wont have any problems. Most of this bacteria comes from sharing food and drinks. Also, gengevitus and other mouth diseases are contageous....just thought I'd pass that on. The doctor didn't know I was TTC but said that when I do have kids that flossing and what not will help with overall health and thus give me a healthier pregnancy....I think that was the one thing they could say to actually get me to make a habit of flossing!0
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Alright ladies, the decision has been made. We are going to start our first IVF cycle when AF shows at the end of November. We'll know the results approximately the first week of February.
Here we go!
Congrats! I'm so glad you are able to move forward and I seriously hope the best for you and the hubs!0 -
Jalara - Yay! I know that was a huge decision, and I'm so excited for you!!
Luki - It's so wonderful to be near family. Mine is 2000 miles away and the older I get, the more I wish we lived closer.
Karen - Thanks for popping up to say hi! There's never any apologies for having a busy life! We're thinking about you too.
EmilyRanae - I'm a terrible flosser, but I think you may be right, if anything would inspire me to take up a positive habit, that would be it.
AFM, Trying to check in a little more often this week. I was on Day 11, so I started Level 2 of the 30 Day Shred yesterday and wow, that really made me work. Thank goodness for yoga to calm me down and stretch me out to balance things.
Happy Tuesday everyone!
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3rica - it's best to have had at least 4 hours of sleep. So take it when you wake up from your longest sleep time. Also, it needs to be taken at the same time every day so that each temp gets the same level of consideration (computer geek me!). I would suggest taking it before you get out of bed with hubby, and then you don't have to work about it
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I set a new weight loss goal - 20lbs by Jan 1
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So after tons of recommendations from people, I finally picked up a copy of "Taking Charge of Your Fertility". Wow!! It is SO helpful and totally worth the $25! There's stuff I never knew, and stuff that I thought I knew but that was explained in much better detail.
When I first started charting my BBT, I read several articles on how to do it online. It was recommended that I get a digital basal thermometer that was accurate to the 1/100th degree (example, 97.82). So that's what I got and it's what I've been using to chart since July. After charting almost a full 3 cycles I had a very hard time identifying any temperature shifts and as a result, I thought I wasn't ovulating. Well in TCOYF, it says that those more "accurate" thermometers are actually more confusing and essentially unnecessary. It says that you can use a thermometer that is only accurate to 1/10th degree (97.8) and still be able to correctly chart your cycles. According to the author having such precise measurements actually makes your chart bounce around a lot more so it makes it a lot harder to identify temp surges. So I went back and rounded all of my temps down to the lower 10th, re-charted them and lo and behold, I actually ovulated TWICE!! Once in August immediately following my discontinuation of birth control, and again in September (both with 11-12 day luteal phases) I'm currently on CD 28 and still haven't recorded a temperature shift this month so I'm either going to have delayed ovulation or maybe this will just be an anovulatory cycle, not quite sure yet. But this is definitely relieving as I was under the impression that I hadn't been ovulating at all 0 -
@ Jalara, That is an ambitious goal, but what's the point of a goal if it doesn't make ya sweat a little? I'd like to lose 10 more pounds by the end of the year which will finally push me into the 120's. I'd love to be a lighter starting weight when I get pregnant, I feel like it will be so much easier to bounce back. Btw, congrats on starting IVF! You must be so excited! Be sure to keep us updated. Good luck! :flowerforyou: 0
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Hi ladies,
I'm just here to check in real quick again. Still haven't heard from the doctor, I should hear something no later than Friday though. I've been a little down and out about having to wait 3 cycles and not knowing what's wrong with me. I've pretty much just been driving myself crazy! Anyway, as soon as I hear from my doctor I will officially make some goals for how much I want to loose before we TTC again. Applied for a new job so I'm trying to concentrate on that for now, hopefully I will hear from them Thurs or Fri about whether or not I at least got the interview.
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Sorry, I'm basically just dropping by right now. I'm gonna be weighing in tomorrow. I hope everyone is having a good week. I'm definitely not. I'm sick and just trying to get through the week.
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Hi everyone. So I had my yearly exam today (with a new doc since I just moved to town) and, after discussing how irregular my cycle has been since stopping birth control over a year ago, she doesn't think I am ovulating.
I just started charting last month but it was in the middle of a cycle. So, now I am on day 15 of a new cycle and have been charting and using OPK with no hint of ovulation yet.
The doctor ordered some labs to try to find out the underlying cause of my lack of ovulation. I think I will also hunt down an acupuncturist since I have heard many people say they have had success starting ovulation with acupuncture. Of course, it isn't covered my insurance....
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Hi everyone. So I had my yearly exam today (with a new doc since I just moved to town) and, after discussing how irregular my cycle has been since stopping birth control over a year ago, she doesn't think I am ovulating.
I just started charting last month but it was in the middle of a cycle. So, now I am on day 15 of a new cycle and have been charting and using OPK with no hint of ovulation yet.
The doctor ordered some labs to try to find out the underlying cause of my lack of ovulation. I think I will also hunt down an acupuncturist since I have heard many people say they have had success starting ovulation with acupuncture. Of course, it isn't covered my insurance....
Have any of you seen an acupuncturist?
Kaitlin, one thing that may help your periods and fertility is a little weight gain. you look like you are pretty lean, since your body is dependent on fat for estrogen production once you hit a certain level your periods get irregular and ovulation ceases to occur most cycles. I would actually try gaining at least 5lbs before considering acupuncture0 -
Hi everyone. So I had my yearly exam today (with a new doc since I just moved to town) and, after discussing how irregular my cycle has been since stopping birth control over a year ago, she doesn't think I am ovulating.
I just started charting last month but it was in the middle of a cycle. So, now I am on day 15 of a new cycle and have been charting and using OPK with no hint of ovulation yet.
The doctor ordered some labs to try to find out the underlying cause of my lack of ovulation. I think I will also hunt down an acupuncturist since I have heard many people say they have had success starting ovulation with acupuncture. Of course, it isn't covered my insurance....
Have any of you seen an acupuncturist?
I just started (had 2 visits) and love it already. For one, it's super relaxing. She has taught me how to bring breath and energy into my reproductive organs. I have a special fertility diet and supplements that improve the quality of my eggs. She has done more for me physically, mentally and emotionally in two visits than I feel my doctor has done in 10 months. I would strongly recommend it to anyone! (I even have my love going as well to improve his fertility)
Let me know what you decide!
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jalara- so exciting! congrats on finally having a date for your IVF!! and I think you have a fairly reasonable goal set for yourself.
Emily - that is some very interesting information! Thanks for sharing that. I think (like your self an some others have said) that may just be the motivation I need to floss more. haahaa
AFM, my 'goal' is to lose 10lbs by my birthday, which is the end of nov, but I know that may not be the most realistic goal, so i'm focusing more on 15lbs by new years. I hope I can do it!
thanks to those who commented on my mini freak out the other day. just having a rough go of things. felt good to get it out. i even had a good talk with my nutritionist monday afternoon. i feel TONS better. and you guys are totally right... things aren't going to change overnight, and i know that. i am just such an impatient person... something i am trying to work on is to stop being so impatient.
had my first session at the gym tonight since the beginning of july. man i am tired and kinda stiff now. i hope i don't wake up hurting tomorrow! didn't do anything too out of my comfort zone... just walked on the treadmill... but that's also on top of my normal day at work, and i usually put on approx 12,000 steps (or around 5mi).... so hopefully it wont take me long to get back to the fitness level i was at before summer.
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Hey guys - just checking in......been a rough week for me. I have been in pain since Monday - honestly, I think it's related to AF getting ready to show, but my neck was stiff all last week and after the weekend, now it's my upper back. Going to see my chiropractor today because it's right around a vertebrae I know always pops out of alignment, just between my shoulder blades. Hopefully he can pop it back in and I can get on with it. If I stretch the wrong way, I have the wind knocked out of me....LOL my one yoga pose that has always been easy for me is not possible right now - warrior.
I haven't been the best - snacks have crept in again. I've been reinvigorated this week though because we have been clearing the pantry because of an ant issue (they seem to be inside because it's cold). Anything that seemed to have ants in it got pitched, which was a lot of my no no foods (things like my muesli are in air tight containers....it's like starting from scratch! I hate to throw things away, but this seems to be the universe telling me that it needed to go.
I'm up for a goal weight by the end of the year Jalara My goal is to lose 20lbs too by the end of the year - it's a stretch, but I know I'm retaining major water, so the first 10 should be really easy. As of today I am: 254.9....boooooooooo. I'm not going to reset my goals every week, but have the same goals, just different intensities as time goes by. I have this printed off and hanging on my fridge.
For the next 3 weeks:
1. Water
- Drink at least 9 glasses of water a day, should add lemon slices to half of them
- First drink of the day should be hot water and lemon at least 3 mornings of the week
2. Medications & Naturopathy
- Take all my pills everyday as directed
- Take my multivitamin, folate supplement, chromium supplement daily at least 6 times a week
- Take my 1 tsp of ACV before at least 2 of my meals daily in a glass of water
- Try to practice oil pulling at least 2 times a week
3. Food:
- Stay under sugar goals at least 6 days a week
- Make sure to keep protein/carb balance at 50% every day
- Stay under fat goal at least 3 days a week
- At least 5 F&V 5 days a week
4. Exercise:
- Swim Club on Thursdays, 45 minutes
- Dog for walk at least 3 times a week, 30 minutes
- Biggest Loser Game on Wii at least 2 times a week, 20 minutes
- Boxing on Wii, at least 2 times a week, 5 minutes
- 5 minutes of stretching at least 5 times a week
5. Mental:
- 5 minutes of meditation (guided or otherwise), 5 times a week
- Spend at least an hour during the week chatting with friends in person0
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