Trying to Gain
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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 ...
JFF- Did You Gain the Marriage 10 or So?
Asked by M.. from Detroit
on December 2, 2011
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A lot of my friends who recently got married are complaining of their weight gain right after their wedding. I know I sure did! My wedding was a destination weddin...
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- Sorry, but no. I haven't gained even 10 since the wedding in 1989. I still fit in my size 8 wedding dress. I just tried it on for my daughter last week.
- No, I stayed very slim until we had kids a few years later. I'm 25 lbs. more than I was when we got married, but thankfully because I was so slim to begin with, I'm no...
- Not after marriage. But during my 1s pregnancy my b/f gained weight with me.. Only difference is I lost all mine... lol 3 years later and I think he gained a total ...
Weight Struggles
Asked by A.F. from New York
on December 14, 2012
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Looking for some motivational advice to lose weight. For a long time now, my clothes have become very tight and everyday I get dressed I am unhappy with my weight. I a...
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- I was morbidly obese my entire life. When I had my third child I was 394 lbs and borderline diabetes. Tried all kinds of programs/ diets. My OBGYN didn't give me a har...
- Of course you should exercise but if you can't right now and you want to take the edge off...maybe after xmas....back in my 30s I lost about 9 or 10 pounds in a couple...
- Find a free online food diary and find out how many calories you are consuming. My Dr told me 1200 calories a day and a calorie is a calorie - in the end it doesn't m...
Losing Weight
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on June 20, 2008
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OK! I need some major help! After having my 2nd child (now 2) I cannot seem to lose all the weight! Plus I am over 30 now so I'm sure my metabolizm has slowed. I am re...
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- Weight Watchers worked great for me. What is great about it is you are eating regular food and learning portion sizes. You can also eat things you like in moderation a...
- Hi there, I know how tough it is! If you can do this for 2 months, you will not only lose 20 pounds, but you'll drop about 2 clothing sizes because of the inches that...
- I'm in the same boat as you. I lost 40 pounds last year doing Weight watchers online. It took the entire year, but meetings were out of the question with husband's ...
Anyone Have Significant Weight Gain Around Middle/adrenal Fatigue/low Energy?
Asked by S.G. from Phoenix
on March 8, 2009
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I would love to hear from other women out there who might be experiencing or have experienced similar health issues -- especially if anyone has battled this and overco...
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- All the symptoms you have listed make it sound like to you need to detoxify your body. Spring is the best time of year to do an internal cleanse. There are some excell...
- I have dealt with adrenal fatigue. It is a facet of something called "Wilson's Syndrome." (not to be confused with wilson's disease, which is totally different) I see ...
- Hi S., I have been in the fitness and wellness industry for over 25 years and I have definitely met many women with this problem. I had my kids at 36 and 38 so I kno...
How to Reduce Weight
Asked by G.R. from Chicago
on April 12, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I'm trying to reduce my weight but couldn't. I cant find time to go to gym with my 20 months old daughter. I'm bulky in my arms and thighs. Which food helps ...
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- Portion control is what I struggle with! It's a pain, but get a food scale and start measuring your pasta, etc. and learning what a true portion should be. Soup is a g...
- Eat 5-6 times a day. Cut out the fats and oils and make sure the meals are tiny,4-5 ounces. Drink lots of water. Tiny meals keep your body functioning and burning fat ...
- Do you take your daughter on walks? Exercise really is key to losing and maintaining weight. If I was you, I'd try to get in a 15-20 minute walk a day. Also, make...
Losing Weight
Asked by K.W. from Lincoln
on April 5, 2010
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I gained 60 lbs. during my pregnancy. I now have a beautiful ten month old son and about thirty extra pounds. I am still breastfeeding and I have heard that helps you ...
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- Yes, breastfeeding will really help shed the pounds. I breastfed for about 8 months and the weight just fell off. However, it does tend to creep back slowly after th...
- Eat your food groups and colors. Opt for natural over processed. Limit candy/desserts to 1-2x/week or less. If you are used to ice cream after dinner every night, i...
- I have had some success with Weight Watchers. They have a "nursing mothers" modification for their program. That being said, my baby is almost 13 and I'm still wor...
Losing Weight
Asked by S.F. from Charlotte
on May 25, 2011
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What is a good diet to loose weight quickly? I have tried to lose weight since i had my son back in 2005, but it seems like I cant shred a pound. I'm tired of looking ...
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- the fastest way to lose weight is to start running.
- You won't want to hear it b/c it is not a 'quick fix' but I could never lose weight until I had heart issues and was given 6 months to lose weight. The dietician gave...
- I have (just yesterday) lost 26 lbs!!!!! It is NOT a diet. It is the South Beach plan......., it is no/low carbs. QUICK weight loss? ........no such thing, really.
Losing Weight....
Asked by C.S. from Philadelphia
on May 14, 2007
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I have found that trying to lose weight is harder than the 42 hours of labor I was in with my daughter. I was relatively skinny before I got pregnant. But I gained a...
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- GNC has Womens Ultra Mega Energy VitaPak. It's their Women's vitamin with a brain boost supplement and a diet supplement. It works nicely without making me sick. Yo...
- Hi C.! We are in the SAME boat! My little girl is 9 months, she is my first and I gained a lot with her and can not take the extra weight off to save my life! I have ...
- With my first, I did weight watchers and lost the weight. I just started back on it today. It takes time, but it works and it is easy to follow. I also found by goi...
Looking for Ways to Help My 5 y.o. Gain Weight
Asked by J.G. from Washington DC
on May 22, 2008
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Hi,
I just took my 5yo daughter to an endocrinologist (on the referral from our pediatrician). They found her to be growing height wise (although only 3rd percentile...
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- Hi, Have you tried a fruit shake w/protein powder or dried milk mixed in? Choose a fruit she likes and add milk or juice, some protein powder(plain or flavored)...
- J., I think you are doing a good job with your food choices and philosophy. I was one of those malnourished-looking kids myself (as were my brothers), and now I ha...
- my son had similar issues, we saw a nutritionist who had us add powdered milk to his regular milk, and in his cereal, kept him on whole milk, said if he liked fruit al...
