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I am accurately measuring everything. I am definitely not underestimating my caloric intake. (I have a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology and a background in Nutrition). I have had my resting metabolic rate measured in the lab (pre-pregnancy) and was burning 2200kcal/day at rest. I am 5'11" and very…
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Thanks hazelbliss. Although my armband includes my bmr, so with breastfeeding my total calorie expenditure is approx 3800-4300. Still high! I will try to eat more. I am proud of breastfeeding this long :)
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Thank you for the quick replies. My measurements haven't changed. My calves and arms look slightly more toned, but between my knees and my neck, it's all the same. Should I mention I went from a 36DD before pregnancy to a 36H currently...*sigh*. I do think I need to eat more. I honestly do try. But when eating clean, the…
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Thanks for responding. I'm very frustrated. I eat fairly clean, with minimal processed foods and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein and complex carbohydrates. The calories for breastfeeding aren't actually included in the 3500-4000 calories a day burned. The bodymedia fit armband does not calculate the…