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Old 07-31-2012, 09:37 AM   #1  
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I have a question for those of you who weigh daily. How much of an increase, if any, have you seen during the week of your cycle?

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Old 07-31-2012, 10:21 AM   #2  
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About 5 days before mine started (keep in mind, I started early, so i had no idea it was coming! So i didnt know what was going on) , I stalled on the scale for about 4 days. Then, my weight went up 2 pounds. And then the next day I started. I just decided not to weigh again until it was over (about a week for me) and when I did I was right back down to a lower weight than when I had stalled (started gaining water weight for TOM) so yep!
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Old 07-31-2012, 10:56 AM   #3  
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That is almost exactly what has been going on with me. Thank you for responding.
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My TOM started yesterday and I was down 2 pounds at weigh in this morning. I am pretty happy with that since all my WI after the first week have been 3 pounds...so not bad at all!
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I usually gain about 2 pounds as well. At my highest my weight I would gain upwards of 10 pounds! My weight never goes back down until a day or two after my period. It sucks, but at least I know it's only temporary!
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My cycle is set to start this weekend, and my scale just jumped this morning from 141.2lb to 144.4lb. That's a pretty typical gain - obviously I didn't get 3.2lb of fat overnight, I expect it to whoosh away in the next couple of days - not overly concerned. Although I am crossing my fingers it flushes out before Friday since that's my final Phase 1 WI!
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Old 07-31-2012, 01:24 PM   #7  
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Anytime, glad I could help! My only suggestion is drink tons of water. It helped get rid of the bloating for me. I also avoided any types of carbs besides fruits and veggies and it helped with cramps and also bloating

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No increase, TOM week is actually usually a huge loss week for me. I don't usually lose anything the week before, and it all comes off during TOM week.
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I usually have a 2-3 lb increase a few days before. Also, what's challenging is that my periods have been irregular on IP.
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I'm sorry to hijack your post, but I was wondering if anyone had irregular cycles when starting IP? I'm always to the date, but I'm 5 days late and NOT pregnant (took a few tests). Tomorrow is WI #5 for me. Thank you!
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RN4Babies, I was going to ask this question,too, since I have started to spot before my period actually happens.
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I'm sorry to hijack your post, but I was wondering if anyone had irregular cycles when starting IP? I'm always to the date, but I'm 5 days late and NOT pregnant (took a few tests). Tomorrow is WI #5 for me. Thank you!
Totally irregular on IP. I usually see the increase on the scale first, and then I start spotting.
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My periods were very unpredictable at the beginning of IP, for at least a few months. The nice thing is, I was planning on having surgery for the heavy flow, since starting IP...it is really not an issue. I would say that this is a HUGE perk! It is manageable now. My period usually only lasts a few days...maybe three tops!!
I do tend to gain the water the week before I think, now that you all mention it, and then have a nice big loss once it starts! I find lots of lemon water and vinegar really helps with the water retention.
My PMS moods and cravings are much easier to tame now....I cannot say that the first few cycles were easy though! Also, I think LizRR was the one who mentioned planning for the cravings during TOM. I literally do just that....personally, that means making sure I have an abundance of stuff to munch on....should I get a PMS snack attack. I find that cut up zucchini works, i use red hot sauce and creamy bacon ranch as a dip...I know yucky....but it quiets my munchy monster right down.
Also,though high in sodium, ZESTY dill spears....OMG...hits the spot!
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Since I really never know when my TOM starts, I can't say when the bloat happens. I started today surprise surprise to me and I have been extra salt craving. So I grind up my salt and put in in a little dish on my desk, lick my finger and lick away. Sounds gross but it works for me. I also get extra hungry and have a very big loss the week after.
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I gain about 5# during, then usually have a big whoosh after, but it is hard to see that scale go up.......
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