Hey all! I'm new & looking for the right spot for me. I am Michelle & a SAHM & beginning homeschooler to 2 girls (5 & 2). I grew up skinny with no real need to worry about weight. After getting married (15 years ago) the weight began to creep up a little & then I got pretty sick (Legionnaire's Disease) & after recovering I seemed to just grow & grow. I eventually was diagnosed with PCOS by one doc, but the doc (RE) that I eventually went to for help conceiving my 2 girls said I was a "mild case" & only suggested lifestyle changes to begin with. Fast forward to now & I weigh 210 (I'm 5'7"). I just can't seem to get my want-to going either. It seems like such a long way to go. For my body shape I *think* I should weigh about 140, but I can't be sure. I have now had to go on blood pressure medication for mild hypertension. AGH! I want to get healthy & be a good example for my girls. I have recently ordered some of The Firm DVD's. I used to do the tapes pre-kids & I got in okay shape, but I didn't change my eating habits too much & didn't lose very much actually weight. I also have a pretty good treadmill, but yet again my want-to seems to be lacking. I am also a carb/sweet junkie & would choose them over fruits/veggies any day. So, there's my long-winded intro. If anyone has suggestions for forums that seem appropriate for me I would love them. I hope to find some motivation help & camaraderie in this community.
Michelle

Try the PCOS forum and the SAHM threads. I think you'd snuggle right into either one of them.

PCOS is here:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=70

And the SAHM's are in Support Groups. Here was Thursday's thread with a good into:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?t=48484


Good luck to you, and I'm sure you are going to find the motivation you need here!