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I too have successfully made it out of the 300-400 pound range. Just take it one day at a time....but most importantly, have faith in yourself!! You have my support if you should need it :0)

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My celebrity crush is Kevin James. That should tell ya what type of man I am more attracted to!

After my divorce in 2006, I went through the same exact thing. Men telling me that they could fall in love with, we meet for dinner or a movie, and suprise, "you just are not my type." It destroyed my self-esteem. But, as time has gone by, I thank them for their ridiculousness....They were not my type. I prefer a man to…

My son will be 3 in February and naps are a thing of the past. But, come 6 or 7....his attitude gets pretty ugly.

This is crazy. Growing up in the 80s, when a woman had a "thigh gap," she was stereotyped as being "easy." I remember hearing people make the comment, "Wow....she is so loose that she could straddle a fire hydrant" I cannot figure out what the big deal is about. It is hard enough as a woman just trying to fit into…

I actually still have quite a bit to lose. I set my ticker at small goals, so that they seem more attainable. I am currently at 284lbs. just hoping that I have the willpower to keep going to make it to 180lbs. Then, I will re-evaluate. I carry a large majority of my weight in my lower half. I have a pretty small waist,…

I am a match!! May 31st!!

Flirting is exactly what has put my marriage on the "rocks." My husband has the belief that flirting is okay when you are trying to get something. Example, discounts and free things at restaurants or concerts...etc. His flirting has gone too far. Numbers being exchanged, emotional connections made and my son and I at home…

I could not have said it any better :happy:

Wellbutrin did the same thing for me. I have PTSD, with anxiety disorder and depression. Exercise is great, sure, but there are some situations where exercise alone is just not enough. You would not eat junk and binge all day, then exercise expecting to lose wight. I NEED my medications. If I did not take them, my OCD…

Thanks everyone!! I am willing to try just about anything at this point. Surgery is not something I want to resort to. So, I may just try all of you advice!!

I can understand where you are coming from. I come from a family with no support at all....but worse, my husband thinks that me getting healthy is, "Just plain ridiculous." It is not going to stop me, just like yourself, it pushes me to work harder. He now likes to tell me that since I have lost weight that I need to get…

I was diagnosed with PCOS in 1993, more or less was told that children would never be. I always say, "Never say never"! As I sit here and type this, I have the miraculous pleasure of listening to my 2 year old little miracle sing! I got pregnant only after accepting the fact that I may not have children. I lost weight,…

I wish that I was living a Lifetime movie. I would then just be able to magically pick up, pack up my fancy car, call my BFF and escape to some island for some rest and relaxation. Yea, don't I wish.

Just want to take a moment and say thanks for all of the advice. I am in a clearer state of mind now. I have taken steps to continue with best possible life for my son and I. If my husband is on board, than great! If not, I cannot help him any longer. He needs to help himself. Again, thank you...and please know that the…

I am not one who usually airs my laundry to the outside world, but at this point I have no friends and I have no family. My husband and my son are all that I have. I do not want anyone to misunderstand. I did not and will not ever leave my family. My son is my purpose for being. This is something that my husband has…

I am going through the same thing. Coming from someone who feels as though I am fighting a losing battle....please just be patient with her. Everyone has to hit rock bottom on their own before they make any changes. My situation has seemd to take a steep decline...my husband now thinks that my, "new healthier lifestyle" is…

I too am confused about the whole "net" thing. Even on days where I do less exercise, I do not "net" anywhere near 1200 calories. Just seems like a lot of food that I am really not that hungry for.

My second obsession....next to MFP!! I have three boards dedicated to health....For The Love Of....Me, For The Health Of It and 3 Weeks It Becomes A Habit. You can find me: nickysmomma

I was a derm nurse for a while and docs always recommended....Baby wash. Very gentle to the skin and will not dry you out. I use it everyday....and it is tear free!!! LOL

I found this....I hope that it helps!! Herbs to consider include: •Chaste tree (Vitex Agnus castus) is one of the most important herbs for PCOS because it helps stimulate and normalise the function of the pituitary gland, which controls the release of luteinising hormone (LH). Chaste tree has been successfully trialled in…

I found it on Pinterest....It is sooo good.

Mmmmm....Peanut Butter and Jelly with iced cold milk!!

I was on Metformin in 2005, lost a lot of weight with it. Unfortunately, put a lot back on. I tried it again this past November and my body could not handle it. I suffered a lot of GI problems. Always sick from it. It's worth a try. You just have to be very careful what you eat while taking it. As for natural supplements,…

My husband has just sorta learned to live with it. He does like the difference he is seeing physically, but my physical appearance never really mattered too much. As for him joining me on this journey, ummm, not gonna happen. But, that is not going to stop me!

I too have PCOS. The only way of gaining and maintaining control is weightloss. It is more difficult, but you will notice that with weightloss, you will have less symptoms. Cutting your carb intake is what is best for losing weight with PCOS. It is definately a lifestyle change that you have to stick with, because with…

I am Roanoke as well!

I am in Roanoke County!

Sadly, that is something that will probably remain with her. I think what makes it worse is when your young child is with you, and they hear it. That is one of my bigger reasons for losing weight. I never ever want my son to have to come to my defense, or be embarassed. I know from experience, that when I have been…