[aasshhlleeyy]

Hello there everyone Im new here... first time ever. Well let me tell you about me. My name is Ashley and Im 21 years old. I have been overweight all of my life from birth. I was very depressed, shy and self conscious as a child especially through my teen years. I am still all of those things! Thats why I have decided for the last time to change it. I met the man of my dreams when I was 16... ha who woulda thought... he's great tho. we married on May 19, 2007 and soon after discovered we were pregnant. We had a beautiful baby girl on April 15, 2008. This is when I put on a ton of weight... not necessarily during my pregnancy but after. I am 5'7" and I weigh 290lbs. I look forward to making friends, helping others through their journey, hopefully getting some help and hearing sucess stories!

[leeway]

Hi Ashley!
Sounds like you have a lovely family - you're so smart to get going on a healthier way of living, especially at your age (wish I had) - the support you need is here - we'll all be here to cheer you on..

Glad to have you join us! There are lots & lots of different groups and forums - I'm sure you'll find some that will keep you motivated and inspired - you'll be a great addition to any of them. Try the 20 somethings, the weight loss support forums, they're active and very helpful - also the Success stories are a definite must for motivation.

There are bunches of people here with more to lose and some with less - the bottom line is that we all have to do it a day at a time. The good thing is that we'll have lots of company along the way.

I've only been here since last fall, having NEVER been part of an online forum. What has been so eye-opening is how much it has helped me. Whenever I feel overwhelmed or defeated, I just log on and read some of the success stories, complete with their before & after photos - or read about others still dealing day to day with their challenges - and before I know it, the time has flown by and so have all the thoughts of going off track or giving up. It has made all the difference in my success so far.

So welcome - you've found the right place - join in by inspiring us and being inspired!

All the best - good luck with your goals,
Lee

[LotusMama]

Hello and welcome!

Cheers,

J