TinyMcMassive

If you're stressing about anything at all recently, you may notice every little thing about your body you don't normally notice because you mind is looking for reasons to panic.

Sounds like you work a 2nd-3rd shift hybrid. As hauntedwebby said, the "after 7pm" logic really only applies to those who work a 9-5. I would consider bumping your 'main dinner' up to 8-9pm and snacking at 6-7pm with some carbs such as a peanut butter snack. If you're active during your job, this shouldn't be a problem.…

Welcome to the site! Spend some time searching the forum for all of your immediate questions. I think you'll find the help will be immense. Since it sounds like you've been at a comfortable before, it only takes a bit of effort and commitment to get it all back. It's slightly harder as we get older, but it's far from…

Welcome to MFP. This site will help you out a ton! First tip: Stick to a routine. You can't do this stuff halfway and expect results. That said, it isn't difficult to get into a routine once you see the results. And you will see it quick if you just get into better eating and exercising habits. Try it for 2 weeks, you…

Your problem is that you have way too much time between your last main meal and going to bed. You need to bring that last meal time closer to your bed time in order to have a chance of eliminating your desire to snack before bed. Your body will make it hard to sleep if it is hungry, which is why you feel the desire to eat.

Hi Julien and welcome to MFP! Snacking right before bed is definitely a bad habit that can be detrimental to weight loss. Try eating a dinner that is higher in fiber and keeping a snack handy that you can munch on before you get home to curb your appetite. This may help to address the problem of getting home and there is…

Welcome to MFP! Definitely look to get the food and alcohol situation reigned in, that will be a valuable first step in trimming that weight. But fear not, it doesn't have to go away forever! All good things in moderation, as they say. Better eating habits coupled with your workouts should begin giving you the results…

First, it is definitely possible to lose that amount of weight by your prom. Since you're young, you're likely in the best possible position to do so compared to someone older with a slower metabolism, so definitely use that as motivation. Agreed with andreahanlon, what you've described is going to result in your body…

Good luck! I think that you'll find plenty of useful information and support here, particularly as you step into the next phase of your life after your surgery!

Second and third the app suggestion if you have a smartphone (available for android, blackberry and windows phone too). Having the numbers 'in your face' can motivate, but it can also make it fun. Otherwise, these forums have a ton of useful information. Just think of a topic you want more information on and use the search…

Welcome to MFP! All of the good things you've heard are true ;) When I first started browsing the forums, I found thinking of questions I have concerning fitness and weight loss and using the search feature was the best way to get the answers I was looking for. Good luck to you and your daughter!