philly1980 Member

I wasn't tested in my first pregnancy until I was 28 weeks via the 2 Hour Glucose test. The results I think are measured a bit differently in Australia but my Blood Glucose Levels were: fasting: 5 post: 10 I think (but I could be wrong I'm just going off wikipedia) that these ratings in the USA would be: fasting: 90 post:…

I found that when you are trying to conceive that those 2 weeks after ovulating but before your period are a killer! You seriously start to analyse everything you feel wondering if you could be pregnant :) Best thing to do is promise yourself that you'll only take home tests 2 days after your missed period otherwise you…

Cut out as many stressors as you can in your life - I believe stress greatly impacts your ability to conceive personally! Make sure you are taking folate and folic acid tablets for at least 3 months prior - most good pre natal vitamins should have these in them. Other than that gentle exercise, sleep all those things that…

I would be guided to an extent by your appetite - if 1800 calories leaves you starving and your eating a balanced diet then eat a little more. Chances are for the next few weeks you'll be nauseous and feeling pretty ick (if your really unlucky you'll be vomiting heaps too) so don't beat yourself up if you go over on the…

Slightly off topic, but how did you guys actually manage to wean them. My 14 month old is a booby fanatic, still nurses heaps at least 3-5 times in the day and then another 2-3 at night. I'm a big believer in letting the baby lead things but any suggestions to help "encourage" her away from the boob would be wonderful! Oh…

What wonderful news! Congratulations - I hope you haven't been plagued with morning sickness and that everything goes well for you xoxox

Hi Everyone! I think this is a wonderful idea for a group :) I'm Philippa, I'm an almost 32 year old Aussie girl and I have been blessed with a beautiful, energetic 14 month old daughter. I was overweight during my first pregnancy and was diagnosed at 29 weeks with gestational diabetes. I worked very hard while pregnant to…

Sad there has only been one other ESFP on here so far :( Don't think we're normally a personality type that is good at sticking with things like MFP clearly :P

ESFP - currently a sahm but normally operations mgr in an IT company

Dry body brushing, exercise and heaps of water should all help with cellulite. Dry body brushing is really good for the circulation in your skin - it will also help with skin elasticity which prevents stretch marks. I body brushed and moisturized religiously while I was pregnant and didn't end up with any stretch marks at…

I'm in the same boat too! My daughter is nearly 13 months and I've still got at least another 8kg to lose before falling pregnant again. I'm hoping to start trying in July/Aug 2012 :) I've found calorie counting has definitely been helping and doing short 20-30 min stints of exercise is getting me there! Good luck :)

@kirbykez I'm guessing 23

I'm 5"3 and just finished the 1st Level. I did my measurements on Day 1 and just did them again today (Day 10). I have had amazing cm loss - 9cm off my waist and 11cm off my stomach! I haven't lost much actual weight, 1.2kg only but am really happy with how its helping with my figure :) Hope that helps & feel free to add…

My sister just posted her success story - she's 5"3 and looks fantastic! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/466009-1-year-later-and-maintaining-my-goal-weight-55kg-before

Fantastic success - you inspire me daily :)

I have a 12 month old who still has 3-4 proper breastfeeds and then a half dozen or so quick 1 minute comfort snacks. I add an extra 300 calories for that. My GP told me to add an extra 500 to begin with and then if you don't see any results after a fortnight, try an extra 400 and if still no results reduce to 300. She…

Hi There I'm a fellow Brisbanite and can vouch that there are definitely quite a few Aussies on here! If your doing a 12 week challenge you should also consider signing up for the channel 101 Million Kilo Challenge - Us Aussie My Fitness Pal users have a team called Aussie MFPers which you are welcome to join :) The…

Bumping this thread - they still need another 200,000 kilos pledged Aussies :)

I'm in - how do I join? From the channel 10 website?

I'm keen to join! Haven't done a challenge yet so not sure what it entails but sounds like fun!

The general rule is to add an additional 500 calories a day while breastfeeding. I started at 1700 and found that I wasn't losing at all so have dropped it to 1600. Now I'm losing small amounts each week, and while I would like to lose it faster I figure my milk supply and health is more important for the time being! I…