hi 3FC! (warning long and whiny)
 

I'm not completely new here, because I've stopped by from time to time and wished I could join you all. I haven't ever posted, I feel so out of place - I know almost nothing about food science (I do know that I LOVE sugar :m:) or exercise. I'm just new to all of it.

I have finally reached the breaking point. I can't stand the way I look and feel. I have two little boys :jig:(two and a half and almost one) and in my opinion, this is no way for their mama to be. I was never really "small" but between the two pregnancies I gained close to 100 pounds. I am also fairly newly wed (just passed the 3 year mark) and I am ashamed that I have let myself get this way. My body image is affecting my marriage and my interaction with my babies - I just can't take it anymore!

I've whined enough about my issues for now, but I'm hoping to find a place to fit in here, to learn how to make the changes I so desire in myself, and to find some support from others in the same position. I feel better just having gotten all this off my shoulders. Thank you 3FC for being here!!

I am really looking forward to getting to know all of you!

Hey there!

I'm a sugar fiend myself, I hear ya. You've chosen a fantastic site for support.

Emily
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Hi there,
Glad you decided to post.
The great thing about 3FC is that there are so many great people, I know you'll fit in.
Best of luck to you and know that your not alone.

:welcome:

I spent my 20's, 30's and part of my 40's obese. You have come to the right place. I wish I would of known about this place sooner. But I know now. Post and ask as many questions as you like. Knowledge is a very powerfull thing. I read lots about obesity and nutrition now. Two great books that I read were Superfoods Rx by Pratt and YOU on a diet by Oz and Roizen. They started me on the path to better health. I'm not done for my quest for better health but I don't think I will ever be done. It is a lifestyle change. I personally will never go on a diet again. Good luck.

Thank you all for posting! I will definately check out those books sharonrr, thanks so much for the recommendations! I am so inspired by all of you. :)