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Problems with son's teacher
My 8 yr old son is awaiting diagnosis, doctor and paediatrician both think he is autistic. Im having problems with his teacher who is blunt and talks down to me. 3 months ago my son started having problems at school , I took him to docs thinking he was dyslexic, but his doc suspected he was autistic. Initially his teacher…
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Autistic diagnosis: one step forward, 2 steps back!
Hey everybody! Thought I would update you on Isaac! He was observed on Tuesday in the classsroom by the autistic spectrum team. This wasnt to diagnose him, this was the team who provide help. One thing that I am annoyed about was that his teacher placed him on a different table with the special needs one to one teacher and…
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Any weight loss/fitness challenges I can join? Please!!
Hi Wondering if anybody is running a challenge, or if anybody knows a challenge I can join. I know I can lose well if there is a group situation as I find it quite motivating and competitive and think thats what I need right now!! Im being realistic and am aiming for 3 or 4lb loss per month (although more would be great…
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Stress eating sabotaging my weight loss
I know this subject has been spoken about before...but I just need a few strategies to help me. I lost about 16lbs prior to Easter and was doing really well, and then a chain of events happened and I started to overeat through stress and have gained most of what I lost. Just wondering what everybody does when stressed…
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Lost my willpower! Help save me...PLEASE!!!
HELP!!! Ive lost my willpower, its got up and gone, totally deserted me!!! I started out well at the beginning of the year and lost about 11lb but I was too strict on myself. And now Im back with my old habits and have gained 7lb, Im so disappointed with myself. Ive also cut back on exercising due to health problems and…
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Premature Menopause diagnosed, gutted :(
Ive just been diagnosed with premature menopause, I had a blood test as I have been having night sweats doctor rang me this morning to say I am post menopausal or going through the menopause and he was shocked that I have been getting periods as normal. I feel so upset and just old, I know Im 43 but I just thought I had…
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Any weight loss challenges or fitness challenges I can join
Hi I was all set to do a weight loss challenge but cant find the thread....so, does anybody have a weight loss challenge that I could join please? I have about 21 lb or so to lose. Also does anybody have a fitness challenge I can join also? Many thanks....oh Im so determined!!!
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Fitness DVD recommendations please!
Please can anybody recommend a fitness DVD. Ive heard of the Shred ones and Ripped in 30 and was wondering which to begin with and also whether or not they are suitable for a beginner and if available to buy in England or only online. I like a fairly fast paced exercise and dont enjoy yoga or pilates. I havent used a…
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Losing weight with an IUD and painful cramps/TOTM Cravings
Not sure Im posting this in the right section, but here goes! Last month I had a copper IUD/coil fitted and Im in absolute agony with TOTM pain. (Had check up at doctors but its in right place etc). Ive done pretty well with this diet this week for my first week but Im worried I may not be able to stick to it as I am in so…
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Anybody exercising with kids at home?
Hi how is everybody doing? I started my diet Monday and thought it would be really difficult with the children on half term hols but Ive found it really easy! So far this half term Ive managed to drag my 3 children out every day for a walk, even during a rain storm! Wrapped them up warm in coats and boots they have had so…
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Given up smoking, addicted to chocolate and gained 2 stone
Hi I recently gave up smoking but I now have a chocolate addiction! Everey week Im gaining about 3lbs so I need a little motivation or some tips please. In August I was a size 10 and now, 2 months on, Im a size 16. Ive gained just over 2 stone in just over 2 months. I eat healthily until lunchtime then I graze on and off…
