Hey skinny_fast
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I'm not comfortable or happy right now. I have a closet full of fabulous clothes I can not fit into and I don't want to spend money on new clothes. I'm losing out on some summer fun- won't go to the pool like this. Etc. I need the change now, that's what will help me be a better Mom.
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Believe me, I understand all too well the pain of a closet full of tight clothes, annoyance at this stubborn body that won't do what I want it to, and so on. But as the daughter of a woman who was once very concerned with her weight, and has since taken a much more relaxed attitude towards weight and fitness (she is still very fit and at a healthy weight), I can tell you NOTHING will benefit your children more than if you can be kind to yourself and model self-acceptance at any size. Being in a panic to "get the weight off NOW" might make you feel productive and motivated, but it could create undue stress for both you and your children. They don't care what you weigh or how you look. They love you unconditionally, and that is such a precious thing. You can achieve the results you want without panicking or hating your body, and it will be a much more pleasant journey.
That said, on a more practical note, do you have an idea of how many calories you're eating in a day? It sounds to me like you might be way under the amount your body needs to thrive, especially if you're very active. What does a typical dinner look like? I wouldn't cut anything else out right now; it doesn't seem like you have anything to cut out! And everyone is going to tell you to eat breakfast, so I won't hammer it in
Best of luck to you and be well!