jemma, I feel you. I know I can tell that I've lost weight and how my clothes are fitting. I am down to where my 'normal' weight is now which is where I usually am when I decide I want to do something about it. Me being in the 190s on my first WI was a shock because I've never seen the numbers that high. So I think that the fact people aren't 'noticing' that I've lost weight so far is because I'm now around the weight that is 'normal' for me.

Congratulations on your loss!!! You are doing great!!! And super NSV for having someone notice!! I don't care what the age is or what context it comes in, it feels good to have someone else notice your hard work. Keep it up!!

I had a breast reduction 10 years ago and it was 100% paid for by insurance. It was by far, the best surgery I ever had. I had to lose weight to reach the BMI that the insurance company required (I told them it didn't matter if I was 200 or 140 lbs, the boobs would never change, but they didn't care). While I was meeting with the doctor, I asked him about a tummy tuck (since I had lost the weight) but he said since I had gallbladder surgery, I couldn't get one. So, when I lose the weight this time and my tummy starts flapping around, I'll treat myself to some Spanx. LOL

Thanks ChipnDip - I'll have to stop by the local health food store and look for some! I just wish I could chew gum non-stop and not be limited to a few pieces!

I second that. I made the mistake of reducing before I lost weight though, so now when I lose weight and the girls go even more I'm like "Nooooo...." In "hindsight" I might have waited until I lost the weight. However, it is taking me longer to lose the weight so I have been blessed with 3 years of "back pain free" so I'm okay with having done it sooner than later. I can always buy padded bras if needed (THAT would be the world's biggest irony if I ever have to buy padded bras...)

For anyone considering breast reduction, I say go for it if you can. You won't be sorry. The girls are higher and happier than they have ever been

Did you guys reduce before or after having kids? I don't have any yet, but would like to soon. I've heard there can sometimes be difficulty breastfeeding afterwards. It also seems like that could cause them to sag again afterwards.

Well, I've never had to consider a reduction. Lol, I'm pretty normal or was but, now that i'm losing there's not much there. When I lay on my back they go flat. They remind me of eggs over easy . LOLOLOL

LOL @ Jemma, eggs over easy! LOL I'm a DD, however, mine disappear when I lay down too! Breast feeding four babies and yo-yo dieting will do that to you!

Yep I breast feed four kids too. Good for the babies not so good for the momma..

We adopted, so I guess I would say wait until you have the kids. My poor mother was a 32AA and lined her cups pre-baby. She ended up a 44D or something during pregnancy. And they never got smaller. Pregnancy definitely can mess with those girls so wait if you can.

OMG just saw my oncologist (I had breast cancer 5 years ago, am healthy now) He does not want me to do IP because of high soy level.
I guess I have to find something new. maybe low carb

I think you might still be able to do IP and just stay away from the products with soy in them. I've seen other people on the boards here who have allergies to soy and have still been successful on the program using the soy-free products or maybe incorporating some alternatives in to have more variety. You can probably search the forum for soy-related info or maybe post in the daily chat to see if anyone is still around who has done IP soy-free.

Good to now IP43 - I'm planning a reduction later this year. My bra size is totally insane and I have to order bras since no one carries my size.

Lisa (who starts the IP daily chat each morning) had to do IP without soy -so I would message her or if you feel comfortable enough bring this up in the Daily Chat thread for general comments & ideas. It can be done, but you will have very limited choices. I had to limit mine due to being Gluten Free but I did it too. Talk to your potential coach and tell her your doc says NO SOY and she should be able to get you a list of allowed packets. There probably won't be any crisps or bars, but you should be able to do the drinks, puddings, soups.

Liana

Does anyone know if there is a limit to how much splenda you can use in a day? I'm starting to worry that between my morning coffee and evening rhubarb I may be maxing out, or going over, the recommended splenda useage. Thanks!

Hello, I'm new to all this. Started IP this morning. I'm very hopeful for success with this. I will be doing lots of reading for the next few days. Every time I read of success with this I am more motivated...:-)