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Bxgell2
Perfection
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Beth
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Bittersweet victory
A few months ago I decided that my troubles with IF were no excuse to let my body go. So I decided as long as I can't have a baby in my belly I will concentrate on ME, and have my health and beauty.
Well, as of today, I reached my first weight loss goal. I have modified it since, and plan on losing another 5lbs, but I still feel this is a great accomplishment.
A great one, but also bittersweet because honestly, if I had my choice, I'd rather be fat and pregnant than thin and barren  But, at least it's something I can celebrate, right?
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Posted 7/14/08 9:36 AM  |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
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Susan
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Re: Bittersweet victory
good for you. if it makes you happy, then your body will be happy.
You are not barren..(drama queen)..
but I know how you feel.
you will find once you take the pressure off of yourself and stop beating yourself up, it will be easier to deal with and maybe, just maybe it may work in your favor.
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| Posted 7/14/08 9:59 AM |
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BA2008
Need to find some hope!
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Beth -Ann
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Well if it makes you feel any better, I have neither. Not pg nor have I lost a pound. Been working out harder than I have in the past, thought i was watching what I was eating and after 4 weeks, nothing. I used to be able to loose weight in the past, I feel like something is wrong with my body. So, congrats for meeting your first goal, that is a great accomplishment And maybe next cycle you will get that other goal
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| Posted 7/14/08 10:02 AM |
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Bxgell2
Perfection
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Beth
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Posted by BA2008
Well if it makes you feel any better, I have neither. Not pg nor have I lost a pound. Been working out harder than I have in the past, thought i was watching what I was eating and after 4 weeks, nothing. I used to be able to loose weight in the past, I feel like something is wrong with my body. So, congrats for meeting your first goal, that is a great accomplishment And maybe next cycle you will get that other goal
Be patient - there are weeks on end when I see no weight loss and then out of nowhere, I'll lose 3-4 pounds in a week. As long as you stay consistent, it will happen eventually
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| Posted 7/14/08 10:21 AM |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
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Susan
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Re: Bittersweet victory
yeah, me too..working out reguarly, laying off of caffeine, sugar, dairy..lots of water, no fried foods.
tiny little difference in weight but nothing dramatic.
pppfffttt
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| Posted 7/14/08 10:32 AM |
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Bxgell2
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Beth
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Posted by Blu-ize
yeah, me too..working out reguarly, laying off of caffeine, sugar, dairy..lots of water, no fried foods.
tiny little difference in weight but nothing dramatic.
pppfffttt
It takes time - lots of it! I started this adventure in February - in 5 months I've taken off about 20lbs and seriously there are WEEKS on end when the scale doesn't budge.
I just keep telling myself the longer it takes to come off, the longer it will STAY off. Slow and steady wins the race 
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| Posted 7/14/08 10:38 AM |
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SweetTooth
I'm a tired mommy!
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Congratulations on reaching this goal, Beth!
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| Posted 7/14/08 11:33 AM |
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MrsS518
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Re: Bittersweet victory
you and i are on the same page! i thought the samething since i have a set back right now and unable to start IVF till sept ill work on ME all summer. become healthy and fit! ive been eating healthy and trying to take a walk at night. i feel better already and im glad i have something to keep me busy. good luck to you!!
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| Posted 7/14/08 11:59 AM |
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Goldi0218
My miracles!
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Leslie
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Beth I know that feeling. I remember having been in the gym in my quest to improve my health while TTC and starting my IF journey. A lady in the locker room looked at me and said something to the effect of "I wish I could look like that. I gained 80 pounds while being pregnant and having my son and he's not 80 pounds."
I said "thank you" and said to myself that I would have taken 80 pounds of the 115 I lost back if it could have gotten me PG that much sooner rather than take a year plus a few months out of my life.
You are still doing your body a great service. Keep up the good work. 
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| Posted 7/14/08 12:51 PM |
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MrsMessina
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Re: Bittersweet victory
That's great Beth!!! Congrats!
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| Posted 7/14/08 12:55 PM |
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MrsJoeG
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Good for you on the wieght loss!! Thats awesome!
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| Posted 7/14/08 1:25 PM |
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Carolyn
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Good for you Beth! I'm totally stalled out right now with these last 10 pounds. But hopefully will get things back on track soon. Glad you are looking at the silver lining!
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| Posted 7/14/08 2:48 PM |
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italy0308
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Dena
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Re: Bittersweet victory
Posted by Bxgell2
A few months ago I decided that my troubles with IF were no excuse to let my body go. So I decided as long as I can't have a baby in my belly I will concentrate on ME, and have my health and beauty.
Well, as of today, I reached my first weight loss goal. I have modified it since, and plan on losing another 5lbs, but I still feel this is a great accomplishment.
A great one, but also bittersweet because honestly, if I had my choice, I'd rather be fat and pregnant than thin and barren But, at least it's something I can celebrate, right?
Good for you!!! I started dieting and exercising I've lost 25lbs! We are still TTC but obviously nothing yet! I'm just trying to concentrate on me for a while. But congrats on your weight loss and keep it up!! 
Message edited 7/14/2008 5:04:32 PM.
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| Posted 7/14/08 5:03 PM |
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