Mypie07

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  • Take a week and honestly log all your food and exercise which will help you see how much calories are in what you are eating. Women in general are visual - so it's good to see what you are doing. Maybe dress to workout when you take your son to school and go for a long walk every day - start with small goals - maybe 20…
  • I also have had two c-sections. It does take awhile to feel right at the incision. I would suggest wearing the tummy wrap they give you after your c-section while you exercise. It will give you a little extra support and keep your clothes from rubbing it. Good Luck!
  • I would say don't get on the scale for a couple days - I know my weight fluctuates a few pounds - it really does depend on your activity and what you eat - maybe too much salt one day and not enough water. I am also 5.2 and at my heaviest was 146 in January. I have gotten down to 126 and am currently at 128.6. I have found…
  • I don't always get my 1200 calories a day either and I never eat my exercise calories when I am trying to loose weight. I think some easy tips for you would be to look at what you are not eating...are you getting 2 servings of dairy, 1-3 servings of nuts or legumes, 2-3 servings of fruits, lots of veggies - raw or cooked,…
  • Good Luck - continue to do what you can each day - be committed to logging your food and exercise -and you're sure to find lots of support from folks here to encourage you along the way! You can do this!
  • FROM WEBMD:What Are Proteins? Proteins are nutrients that are essential to the building, maintenance, and repair of body tissue such as the skin, the internal organs, and muscle. They are also the major components of our immune system and hormones. Proteins are made up of substances called amino acids -- 22 are considered…
  • Really, really old school - Cher - Believe CD - it's kinda techno - so every song is moving and upbeat!
  • Sounds like you are off to a great start! I have just started using this site over the past month and love it! I love seeing the actual calories in what I'm eating and how much exercise really helps - even if it's just walking! Your story is inspirational so far - can't wait to hear how your journey continues! Best of Luck!
  • Feel free to add me as a friend...I'm a soon to be 42 year old mom of 2 boys - 18 year old-college freshman and 7 year old in the 2nd grade! I was referred to this website by a friend and just fell in love with it. I have successfully completed ww twice in my life but long term maintenance is not there! I know everyone is…
  • Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes = 2 point each 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin 18 ounces devil's food cake mix 1/4-1/2 cup water (1/2 make them really moist - I prefer 1/4 cup) Directions: 1.Mix all together. 2 Bake at 350°F in muffin tins for 20-25 minutes...depending on your oven. 3 They will be moist. Don't let the pumpkin…
    in desserts Comment by Mypie07 January 2012
  • Your son looks precious! Remember to be nice to yourself. Loosing weight won't make you a better mom - as I'm sure your son thinks you are perfect just the way you are! Losing weight will help you to be a more active mom and maybe boost your own self confidence. If you are a reader - you might want to check out "Made to…
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