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  • Breastfeeding helping to lose weight is a myth. It's 50/50. Prolactin triggers milk production, which burns calories, but the hormone also triggers the body to store fat. This is why it's not a golden ticket for everyone. Pay attention to your supply. If it drops, eat more. Make sure you get LOTS of protein!
    in Weight loss while breastfeeding Comment by Thof84 January 2016
  • I can give you the "flip side" of NOT lifting. I used to lift regularly, pretty heavy weights for a female; none of that 5-10lb crap. I was benching over 100lbs and curling 25-30lbs to give you an idea. Anyway, after getting pregnant and just not having/making time to lift at home or go to the gym, and not playing…
    in Ladies lifting results? Comment by Thof84 June 2013
  • HI! I'm new to the board as well, but been using MFP for a few month's now. As a mom towards the end of her nursing journey, do NOT underestimate the amount of calories nursing burns! I've gained 10 pounds religiously within the month of any big changes or my daughter dropping sessions; 10 immediately when I returned to…
    in Adjusting calories for nursing moms Comment by Thof84 April 2013
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