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I got told that I looked pregnant by my mother--- after everyone else stated how thin I looked. Such Hatred for losing weight. She then flatly said Merry christmas. Later, she revealed she was mad that I had lost weight because she hadn't been able to lose weight and that I was supposed to be big after having children...…

I am in!! I am bout done with round 1 so i will love the second round.

I personally have used MFP and Sparkpeople and livestrong I found that MFP is much easier to use as far as tracking goes. Sparkpeople just was too impersonal and didn't have the database of foods or exercises that MFP does. So I have stuck with MFP. The people are great, forums easy to go through and motivation never far…

I'm about the same height as you. I have about 20+ pounds to lose as well but it just takes time and hard work. Friend me if you like! I am doing the 30DS right now and it works. :) I am on a 1200 cal diet averaging (some days less, other days more) and it is hard work, but it is worth it every time you lose a pound, lose…

There is a combined schedule for a hybrid of the programs. If you need it, I can email it to you.

We have two little kids so we are pretty busy. I have found that my idea of "fun" has changed a bit lol We tend to go to the Park down the street and walk around it a couple of times, sometimes with the kids and sometimes without. We go out on occasion, but mainly we tend to stay away from the bars. We also love to just…

I have had good luck with the Zumba. It didn't seem like anything was changing with my body, but after a few weeks, I measured and weighed myself, and was happily surprised. I would recommend doing Zumba alongside another more intense strength training program.

I am not sure of the true answer to this question. I have heard answers on both sides of the argument. The truth is that you are just going to have to find what works for you and your body. I personally don't eat my exercise calories as burning those calories was the whole point of my exercise. Why eat the ones I am trying…

I am a complete night owl. I even chose to take the night shift at my work! However, the night time snacks are dangerous. I have changed it so I have either a fiber/protein bar at night, and some green tea or water to drink. I try to drink water first before I eat a snack to see if I am really wanting to eat those extra…

Interesting site. I have never even heard of that condition. I wish I had found that site when I was pregnant! Would have helped me to not gain as much weight as I did.

This is good. About the c-section scar, I didnt have one. However, I still have that pooch from being pregnant right there. But this morning, when I was examining myself and doing measurements, I realized that I can zip my pants, size 9, nicely. I used to not be able to zip my 11. So heck yea! I was also proud cause when I…

It is hard. After my first child, I found I lost my preggo weight really fast, without exercising! Then my second one came, and no such luck. I have lost about 6 pounds in about 6ish weeks. However slow my weight loss is, my body changes are a lot better. Doing workouts regularly, I have noticed my body shape and size is…

Dont Worry! Just keep working on eating correctly and exercising. My body was horrendous after my lil one was born. Those pictures were nasty. But now my body is getting better as my diet and exercise has taken effect on it. It will get better, just need to keep working. I just keep telling myself, that it can't get worse…

I would start exercising and making sure you are measuring correctly in the same places. I find that I am losing inches faster than the number on the scale is moving down.

Hello I am now at 144 wanting to get to 125 pounds ( or something around there). I have lost 6 pounds since I have started MFP. My newest baby is now 7 months old. I want to become a healthy, sexy mom~ :)

Start Weight for this challenge - 144 I drink almost 9 cups.. but its hard. I am so glad for this challenge! Those cups are mainly taken during and after my exercise regimen. I need to work on drinking water all day.

what about the recipe nutrition calculator? It seems as if you could just enter the ingredients and its serving size. Then it gives you the calories?? Go to Tools. Its under there.

I added you as well. I could really use a friend who shares some of the goals as well!! :) Good Luck to the all of us!!

Hello~ I am 24, and a proud mom of two children. My oldest is almost two while my youngest is 7 months now. I gained so much weight from her that it really just depressed me. I know one is supposed to gain weight, I just didn't like being told my weight every doctor visit. Anyway, I have about 20 pounds or so left to get…

A new cookbook I just received is "Best Quick Fixes". It has some really good, and surprisingly, healthy food recipes in there. It ranges from chicken to seafood, to various pizzas, etc. There are different cultures represented in them as well, and the ingredients aren't too hard to find either!

I love wearing the size 9/10. My issue is the shirt size. I want to be a S/M instead of M/L. Sigh.

I remember reading about that. I tend to have problems sleeping that long as it is. My issue isn't about the time, it's just that I CANT sleep that long. I tend to be awake a lot. But as far as weight loss goes, I am sure that as long as you are not going without sleep, and trying to get at least 6 hours of that time…

Yes I am loving Zumba even though I just started about a week ago. I also use the home workout dvds-- the zumba total body transformation and the zumba exhilarate. I love workout dvds, i also have tae bo and core rhythms. Has anyone doing zumba lost any serious weight?

I think there is something wrong if couples DONT argue -- at least every so often. No one completely agrees with everything someone else says or does. I think if a couple can argue rationally and communicate with each other, then you are only making the bond stronger. My man and I argue often, mainly on various issues --…

That is amazing!! Congrats!! It sure does to a self-esteem boost too!

I use a HRM as well, and mine are fairly close to the numbers they provide. But I will keep checking to make sure.

I like the Special K protein bars -- there are many flavors, and my personal fave is the vanilla.