Self Feeding: Weight Watchers
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Weight Watchers
Asked by N.C. from Washington DC
on July 31, 2008
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I need some feedback from other moms who have tried weight watchers. I am still breastfeeding my 6 month old son and have every intention of continuing until he's a y...
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- Hi Noelle, I have found Weight Watchers to be fantastic. I do the "monthly pass" which costs about $40 / month and includes the online "etools" which has blogs, re...
- My mom went on WW - it was the first program that worked for her and has continued to work. She lost 80 pounds in the first year (keep in mind, she is obsessive, so sh...
- Noelle, Weight Watchers is probably the onlt thing that DOES work. I have tried almost everything, but none of them are maintainable - so restrictive that it can'...
Weight Watchers
Asked by A.R. from Philadelphia
on December 4, 2008
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Hi moms,
I am recenty had a baby almost 2 months ago, but I have always battled my weight. I had my first son six years ago and gained almost 46 lbs. from a size 9, a...
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- Hi A., I joined Weight Watchers several years ago to lose some weight before I got married. I had excellent success and took off 20 lbs in less than 3 months. Unfor...
- weight watchers is great! It is the only weight loss program that actually teaches you how to eat for the rest of your life. You can tailor the program to meet your ...
- A number of years ago I joined Weight Watchers. To make a long story short, it really did work, but I got cocky with my weight loss and eventually gained it all back ...
Weight Watchers and Breast Feeding
Asked by C.B. from Albany
on February 26, 2009
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Hi...I just had my 3rd baby and am 30 pounds overweight. I currently weigh 180 pounds and was 170 when I got pregnant. I was wondering if anyone tried weight watchers ...
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- You should not diet while breastfeeding, it's not healthy for the baby. You should, however, excercise regularly (I always walked with the stroller everyday) and eat ...
- Yes, I did WW while breastfeeding my son. You are allowed 10 extra points while breastfeeding, and (I think) it was more water and 1 extra calcium serving. About two...
- I was just looking at my book for you. Theres a questionnaire now that you fill out to determine your points. So I don't have an answer for you. I think you should de...
Is Anyone on Weight Watchers?
Asked by M.B. from St. Louis
on May 14, 2009
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Hi Ladies!
I need some weight watchers help. I have started weight watchers, I havent actually joined because we are trying to save as much money as possible, my fri...
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- you should be able to go look at their website and the program now having has marks buy filling foods. go to the site I think you can go and just look for free. they I...
- if you go to ALdi's they have a brand called fit and active- the fit and active popcorn is only 1 point PER BAG!!! (full size bag) and it is delicious! I can snack...
- Does that 18 points a day include the 35 extra a week that you get? You can use them to splurge a little if you plan on dining out or something during the week, or yo...
Weight Watchers Members
Asked by L.M. from Cedar Rapids
on April 28, 2008
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I go to Weight Watchers,this is the second time I have gone. The first time that i went I did really well. But i quit going due to my pregnancy with my son. This time ...
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- Good Morning, I do not belong to WW but have many friends who do and the key is the food journal. Keep it current and take the time to see where you are spending your ...
- L., Could you not be eating enough? I know that sounds silly, but my friend and I started weight watchers at the same time. She was eating less than her allowed po...
- Hi L.. I'm not sure why WW is not working as well the second time around for you. Are you being active and burning more calories than you are taking in? I know some...
Weight Watchers Recipes
Asked by S.R. from Los Angeles
on January 14, 2011
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I joined Weight Watchers last night and I am super pumped up to follow the program to a tee! After hearing about the new Points Plus rules, I think it's a better fit ...
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- One of my favorites... (and the kids like it) is Veggie Spaghetti Take one large or 2 small spaghetti squash and cut them in half, put about 1/4 water or chicken b...
- If you pay monthly, you have access to e-tools on the WW website, where you can look up all their recipes as well as use the recipe builder feature.
- Hungrygirl.com tells you the points plus value of all their recipes, you can sign up for their free newsletter
Pregnancy and Weight Watchers
Asked by N.O. from Detroit
on June 27, 2008
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Hey guys,
I'm so excited!! I found out I am pregnant. But I'm keeping it on the down low from everyone because I miscarried last time and just want to play it s...
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- Congrats! I know WW has a breast feeding points guideline, but not sure about pregnant guidelines. My suggestion would be to try to eat every few hours to keep your b...
- Hi N., Weight Watchers will not let you be "on program" while pregnant because of the risk. They do have a program for nursing mothers that you can follow once your ...
- They give nursing moms 12 extra points on the WW program. I wouldn't stick to the program while pregnant, but if you eat more of the foods on the core food list (They...
Breastfeeding and Weight Watchers
Asked by M.B. from Detroit
on May 17, 2009
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I'm just wondering if anyone else has experienced something similar:
When my son was 2mos I started (back at) Weight Watchers - only to have my milk decrease and have...
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- Hi M., Quite honestly, I'm shocked that WW is allowing you to do the program while still nursing. Nursing moms should not be "dieting". Following a heathly diet i...
- Weight Watchers has a breastfeeding program. You should ask your leader about it. It will adjust your program to accommodate the nutritional need of the breastfeedin...
- Eat foods high in grains like oatmeal, cracked wheat bread, and even a beer at night (because of the barley and Hops) will help. If you are avoiding carbs then you ar...
Anyone Try the "New" Weight Watchers Points Plus??
Asked by L.C. from Chicago
on March 25, 2011
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My 3rd baby is 9weeks olds and i need to loose a lot of weight. I am nursing and that isnt helping my weight loss for some reason. Has anyone tried the new weight wa...
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- I'm doing the new program online. I'm still new to it, but already lost a lot of weight. The first week was a big shock to my system and I lost 9 lbs. Now it's goin...
- I love it! You get more points (but they've changed their points system) and fruits are free! It is encouraging healthy choices. Also, I did weight watchers while...
- It's great! I've done WW online in the past after my other pregnancies and I must say I like the new plan much better. Feels like I can eat anything I want, just hav...
Weight Watchers While Breastfeeding?
Asked by S.C. from Sacramento
on April 16, 2008
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Hi, my baby is 5 months old and I want to lose that last 10 pounds but I want to keep breastfeeding until she is a year old. Last month, I tried Weight Watchers on the...
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- Hi S., I did WW and never used my extra points and I lost weight a total of 15 pounds and was still breastfeeding. The only excerice I did was walks with my baby. I...
- I was also told not to even think about dieting until after you are completely done with breastfeeding. Your body needs more calories when it's breastfeeding in order...
- Make sure if you are exercising that you are drinking tons and tons of water during and after!! And eat as many points as a breastfeeding mom is allowed, you need the...
