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I log 30DS the same way, as circuit training. The only way to be really sure would be to get a heart rate monitor and find out how many calories you burn specifically! :)

Welcome! Give yourself a chance to recover and take things slow. There are lots of moms on MFP in a similar situation. In case you were unaware, if you are breastfeeding, you can account for this (look it up under food - you can add it to your food diary and it subtracts a certain amount from what you've taken in). I am…

I have a little chocolate every day...but its logged and accounted for (and I only get to have it if it fits into my calorie limit :)

Looks like you have a great set up! I am no fitness expert, but I am a mom, and I'd say the first thing would be to figure out where in your busy day is best to fit the workout in. Carving time out for it is key, so that you don't excuse yourself out of it. Also, planning at least one day of rest - where the only exercise…

Here is the link to the next thread...Happy Halloween to all those who celebrate it! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/380993-post-partum-pack-october-31

feydruss - You are right...I shouldn't worry so much about just one week of stalled progress...Thanks for putting it into perspective! Jaytee32 - CONSIDER YOURSELF KICKED!!!!!

I treat myself daily :) Chocolate is my favourite, so I let myself have some each day - I just work it into my calorie allowance. I would like to reduce the amount I have, but I am doing this slowly. At first, the chocolate was a reward for a good day. Now that I'm a month and a half in, I am at the point where I am ready…

Thanks for sharing this!!! So great to see your husband supporting you like this!! (And I like your honesty and sense of humour about the situation!) My hubby brought home onion rings last night and ate them in front of me (he was at work late for P-T interviews, so I understand why....) Interesting thing is, I didn't want…

TEAM 3 - I NEED YOUR HELP!!! I have been losing 1-1.5 lbs per week since I started on MFP, but this week it has finally happened...my first plateau! Advice? Suggestions? How have you overcome plateaus in the past? I really want to make sure that I pull my weight (off??), so to speak!!:ohwell:

I live in the nation's capital!!

ally5586 - Welcome to the group!!! I'm sure one of the moms on here will be happy to partner with you! I would do it, but I've already got a few partners (and I just joined a challenge, which means a bunch of new people to monitor...:)

Lisahorstkamp - You can do one of two things: 1) Add breastfeeding to your food diary - there are options for various situations - and it will subtract a certain amount of calories from what you have eaten.. i.e. My guy is also having solids, so I only subtract 300 cals. 2) If you want to add it under exercise, then you…

Hello Team 3! This is the first time doing a challenge for me as well. Here is some info about me... I am on maternity leave at the moment, taking care of my 7 1/2 month old son. I gained 40 lbs with my pregnancy (yikes!) - the first 20 lbs went without too much effort, between delivery, getting rid of all the extra fluid,…

Welcome! I am a mom of a 71/2 month old, and still working on losing the baby weight. (I have also started doing the 30DS - great workout!! She provides modifications to help you get started, so it is good for different fitness levels...and it is only 20 minutes, so it is easy to fit!) I hope you will find the site useful!…

This is my first challenge, but I am READY! This is just the motivation I need to keep refining my choices and reach my goal. Team 3...its going to take dedication in all areas...let's do THIS!!!!!

dinnae - Welcome to the group!!! Looking forward to reading your response - hope the cold gets better soon! skusky01 - Welcome! Sorry to hear that your family is unsupportive...Do they just make it hard to live healthier because of their own choices, or do they actually discourage you from what you are trying to do? I hope…

No time now...but want to return to this thread...I've got a yummy asian sweet potato and corn stew recipe to share.

Welcome! Feel free to check out our group - The Post-Partum Pack! We are a bunch of moms who discuss various topics and support each other on a weekly thread posted under the general weight loss forum. See the link below if interested: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/375505-post-partum-pack-october-24 I myself have…

I just took a quick look at the pics in your profile...you may not see it, but I do! You look great!

Partners it is, namibiangirl! And thanks for reading the blog...might be my only entry, we'll see!

bluestarlight19 – It must be tough to feel like you have to choose between yourself and your daughter…I know it will be a struggle when I go back to work – let me know when you figure out how to balance it so I can learn from you! Take care of yourself this week as you recover from the injury / cold…If you stay eating…

goodntentions - If they are your "friend", and they have chosen to make their diary open, then you should see a little link word (view) when they update their diary for the day. You can also just click on their name, and there will be an option to view their diary. If they have chosen to keep their diary closed, however,…

Sign me up! This is the first official challenge I've joined since starting MFP...I am excited to see if I can do this! Thanks for taking the time / making the commitment to start this challenge :)

goodntentions - Thank you for sharing so candidly. It can be tough not having family close by. I hope you are able to convince your mom to join - what a great way for you two to support eachother and connect given the distance. If she won't join, then perhaps you could partner up with someone from this group. It isn't…

So far, it looks like a number of us have a great support system! (Or at least a situation that doesn’t completely derail our progress) NiennaMarie – Welcome back! That is actually a good idea – if you don’t know someone personally, then perhaps you could partner with someone from the PPP – at least you know that they will…

This isn't something official on MFP - just an idea I had!! Basically, the idea would be to ask one of your MFP "friends" to be your "fitness buddy" - except, rather than go to the gym together 3 x a week (like you might do with a friend in your town) you would try to connect on MFP and comment / support their every move…

I don't have any family that lives in town, but my mother and sister are both supportive. My mother also wants to lose a little weight - she is moving in with us in a few months (to care for the baby when I return to work) and she has committed to exercising with me. She doesn't seem inclined to count her calories, but she…

McCallsmommy - Great idea about giving the kids treats other than candy!! Another week has come and gone! I hope you have all had a successful week. The link below will take you to the coming week's thread...Hope to see you there! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/375505-post-partum-pack-october-24

You can also buy quinoa as flakes (for an "oatmeal" type of breakfast) or as flour (for baking). :smile: Haven't tried these myself yet, but I am planning to!

Wow! Thanks for sharing your pics...You look great!