Hi everyone. I'm 25 years old, and I had my first child 6 weeks ago. When I got pregnant I was the biggest I've ever been. I'm within a few pounds of my pre-pregnancy weight, but I still have a lot to lose. I found a picture of myself from 5 years ago and almost cried. I couldn't believe how slim I looked, but at the time I didn't realize it.

Now, I need to get back to where I once was and stay there. My goal is to lose 55 pounds. I'm going to need energy to keep up with my growing little girl. I hope to be able to offer support and encouragement on here and receive the much needed support as well.

and good luck . . . you can do it, Chickie.

welcome to the forum!! good luck with everything!
if you put your mind to it you can successed!! i know that, its a fact!
if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Hi, I sure do know how you feel. Pictures/video say it all! I am just beginning my journey (again) and have a lot of obstacles to deal with. You can do it. The advice I would give is, since you just had a baby, give yourself a break and don't beat yourself up. Remember your hormones may be going crazy too, so keep that in check. Also, if you are breastfeeding, that helps burn calories (but you need more calories too.) I just had an "a-ha" moment as I am typing this. I am going to take my fat picture and post it all around the house and in my car (where I make most of my fast food runs) and hopefully that will keep me motivated. Or, you could post a pic of what you look like now and what you looked like in the pic you found.

Good blessings to you. You can do it.

Hey Tador---I am 27 years old and I am also at my heaviest...it can be a hopeless feeling...but you CAN DO IT if you stay determined.

I have really found 3FC to be very helpful as far as information and motivation.

Good luck and remember that you are not alone in your journey!!

Glad you joined us! 3FC is a GREAT place to come for support and inspiration on your journey! I look forward to reading of your progress

I'm in the same boat...having 2 kids kept upping my scale. Take it day by day and know that everyone here will be rooting for you!

The best advice I found here was to tell yourself to make good eating choices and exercise for today.. repeat tomorrow, its amazing how those days turn into months! Set small goals. 50 lbs is hard to imagine but 10 lbs 5 times.... not so overwhelming!

3 1/2 months ago I was at MY heaviest I had ever been in my life!

Now I am 49lbs lighter and still losing!

You can do it just stick with it!

This is a wonderful site to find when you are at your highest. I am speaking from experience.. I have been here a short time, and it has already come in VERY handy!! Good luck to you on your journey!

Welcome to 3FC. You will find a wealth of information here and lots of support. You CAN do this!!!

Welcome!!

Welcome to 3FC! Surf around and settle in! We have subforums based on age, eating plan, exercise and more. I'm glad you're here!