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Hi Kimmy1:)
How has the rest of your day been. It's funny how we turn to food for comfort it really takes alot of will power to resist. How is your little one feeling? I'm trying to remember what I gave my kids for constipation when they were babies - prune juice was one method. I will try and wrack my brains and get back to you. When I am tired and grave something yummy I have the mozzerella I love that with vegies. Take care look forward to hearing back about your day. Sam:)
 
Hi Sam :p
Well I got through yesterday and managed to get a good nights sleep, so I am feeling much better, thanks for asking! I ended up giving my bubba water before each feed and eventually she went yayyy (never thought I would be celebrating over baby poo, lol!!!!) mmm Im gonna try the mozarella with cauli today, do you grill it or microwave it? Hope you are going really well!

Well my loss has stalled over the last couple of days - not that I am worried and I am not going to let it get to me as I am only really meant to be weighing monthly anyway!!! However I think it may be from having the same thing every day, so I am going to mix it up a bit today and see how I go. Plus I am really going to concentrate on my water, I have on been doing about 1.5 litres.
This is what I had yesterday:
B: Yoghurt, pawpaw
2 crackers
L. Tuna, mayo, tomato, cucumber from allowance, paprika, garlic powder
snack 1 cracker, peach
D. Chicken mince, zuccini made into a rissole, curry powder, mushrooms from allowance
2 crackers, peach
Today:
B. Egg, tomato and mushroom. 2 crackers. Honeydew melon.
then I plan on having the Mozarella and cauli for lunch, fish for dinner...
Wish me good luck!:)
 
Hi Kimmy1
Glad your little one is better and you slept. Definitely increase your water that is the key to flushing out the toxins and fat so make sure you get your 3 liters in I have a measuring jug and that keeps me on track so that I know exactly what I am getting.
With regards to Mozarella I am too lazy to grill and I haven't tried microwaving (don't know why).
I actulally dry fry my vegies in a non stick pot/pan then add my moz and combine the whole lot then put it on my cracker allowance. It is so Yummy taste like pizza. I have the jamie oliver pots and they are the best you do not have to add oils/sprays and it wipes clean.
Let me know how it goes and have a great day.
Sam:)
 
Hey there kimmy

Good to hear bubs is ok. i think i used to give madi water when she was constipated, well at the time i thought she was but i was then told that bubs can go a fair few days without going, don't know but do know the extra water got things moving.

As for the cheese, i can only stomach it cold, not sure why but i love it on crackers and have a salad with it. yummy. i tried having it with vegies but found there was to much cheese for the vegies, not sure maybe it's just me cause everyone else seems to love it.
good luck di
 
Lucky!

Kimmy are you allowed three fruits a day??
oh lucky you!
ive always been an avid fruit eater-Give me any fruit ill eat it! so i was pretty bummed when i can only have two damnit :)
 
Hi Fatcat!
Yes I am allowed 3 peices of fruit per day! I must admit that I didnt really like fruit before, but now I am learning to love it...The peaches at the moment a yummo:)
Hey Di! I have been giving Ava extra water and massaging her tummy and she seems to be going ok now. My SIL is a naturopath and she told me to massage these pressure points on her arms and legs for the large intestine and it seems to be helping:) How is Maddies teething going? Hope that you have been getting some big sleeps!
Hi Sam:) I think I might be with Di and a cold cheese person. I microwaved the cheese with the cauli and then it went all watery LOL. I am not the greatest cook, but I will try your recipe, it sounds yummy;)
Well, I am a bit disappointed, it is my 5th day with no loss, in fact I put on 200g. Have been doing everything correctly, I think. Yesterday I had my blood test and (its a long story)didnt end up eating brekkie until 10.30. Was very proud of myself for eating 5 hours apart, even though I started so late.
Maybe its the water, I have been drinking about 2 litres, plus 2 cans of Sprite Zero? Anyway will press on as I know it has to come off at some stage!
Hope everyones slimming is going well, skinny thoughts!
Kim
 
Hi Kimmy1

The other way to do the cheese is to melt under a open grill.
Roast your vegies first then place cheese on top and grill.
D
 
[QUOTE=Nans68;175444]Hi Kimmy1

The other way to do the cheese is to melt under a open grill.
Roast your vegies first then place cheese on top and grill.
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Sorry I must have hit a button that posted before i had finished.

Do you record what you eat everyday on those menu planner sheets?
Maybe you can go back through them and then check with your consultant.
Increasing your water id definitely a good thing.

ATB
Sam:)
 
D-uh I did it again!

Yep, totally lost it again today. Was nearly through the day when everything went haywire and I ate 3 bread rolls with peanut butter and a cookie. Again in a stressful situation and when tired and discouraged. Rather than get all upset like last time and throw in the towel for a couple of days I will just pick up where I left off yesterday...hopefully.
Lessons to be learnt
Stop weighing myself daily - cant stand the disappointment, even though I know it has no logic, cant help it.
Keep nothing high carb around that I can just "grab"
Find outlet for stress other than eating...Maybe more excercise...Taking deep breaths and time-out.
Be more conscious of compulsive nature of stress eating.
Write daily timetable, plan things a bit better.
Prioritise. More important to control what is going in my mouth than what is going on momentarily.
I tried on clothes today that I havent worn in years and they fit so nicely. I bought a size 14 skirt for the first time in 5 years yesterday. This diet does work, I am on my way to a healthier me. Just need to get to the bottom of this compulsion and I think my life will be changed for the better. For ever.
 
Oh and a deal with myself - I will weigh myself on Monday morning and the scales are going with hubby in the car until a week later. I will weigh myself weekly and update my ticker then also...
 
Don't be so hard on yourself!

Hello Kimmy

Hope your doing well and are back on track, it's so hard isn't it. You/we will get there one meal at a time. try saving fruits till the end of the day so there your sweet treat/dessert, i do that and it really helps. I'm constantly wanting all kinds of food and I think it's cause I know I'm not allowed to eat them. I wish I could reprogramme my brain to dislike all sweet, chocolatey foods then i'd be fine, i was looking at biscuits today and was thinking ohhhhh I cant wait till i can eat you again, but again in moderation. I have 16.4 kilo's to go and together we can do this the fat me has lost the battle and the skinny me is going to finally win this race. it's about time too.
This is and will be my last diet, and I will stay my goal weight for life. PM any time you need to vent of refocus, i think having a baby makes it harder, as your that little bit more emotional and that little extra tired and then you just want to eat that little bit extra. not that 5 grams extra of vegies are going to make me feel fuller or anything, but my brain says of yeah 5 grams extra you need that. no i don't.

Sorry if I just rambled, but what i'm trying to say is that I understand and know how hard it is. i struggle daily. and I know that together we can do this and lose our fatness once and forall.
good luck and i'll talk to u soon.
dianne
 
HI Kimmy

Di is right - don't be so hard on yourself - look at what you have already achieved - forget about the penut butter - that's done now and history. What a great idea about putting the scales in the car.

When I feel down I usually don't post much in here, I just read and read. I find it takes the desire to eat or the bad mood away.

Don't feel as though there is something wrong because you are having a struggle - you are a human being with a million temptations in front of you. You are also doing this with the added stress of a baby. I admire your determation and I think seeking answers the way you do can only lead to long term success.

You can do it
 
Thanks so much for your kind words and support girls! Honestly when I was feeling really down yesterday you picked me up and gave me the boost I needed to get going again, you are awesome!:)
Well back on track, luckily my break wasnt long, so I slipped back into it really easily. I had a huge sleep this afternoon, so I am feeling almost human. Now I just gotta hope she sleeps tonight!
Hey Di, do you reckon being sleep deprived affects your loss? I was really, really tired this week, so maybe?
Hope you are having a lovely weekend - and once again, thanks so much for being there!
 
Yayyy, I finally get to update my ticker! I am only 400 grams from my 1st goal!!! I will put up some before and afters as I am over the 10kg lost mark! Wahoooo!
 
Hooley Dooley Kim!!! That is so fantastic. 10kg already!
Despite your struggles, you stuck with it, and look what it acheived.
Well done!
I would love to see some photos - please do post them.
And keep up the great work!
:D
Lily
 
Just want to record what a great day I had today...

Firstly I have had alot of virtual strangers (people that work in my local shopping centre) compliment me on my weight loss so I feel that all the hard work is starting to pay off. This morning I wanted to wear something nice, so I put on a top that I bought 6 - 8 weeks ago for an engagement party and my eyes nearly popped out of my head. It was huge, just hanging off me, like someone elses clothes...couldnt believe it as it used to be snug!:eek:
Then I went shopping for something to wear to a wedding in 2 weeks and I kept picking up size 16's and nearly all the main brands like David Lawrence, Country Road, Events were all too big and I ended up buying a size 14 vintage style top from David Lawrence. Admittedly those brands are all very roomy, but I dont mind :)
Finally I went to a dinner party tonight and I ate beforehand as planned. I didnt want to feel deprived so I bought fresh tuna ($49.99 a kilo:rolleyes: and marinated it in balsamic, tumeric, paprika and fresh coriander then bbq'd it. Served with stir fried veggies it was amazing, I enjoyed it soo much that I didnt care that I missed out on fat soaked crepes and fried chicken!!! So thankyou for the suggestion lessfatty, I LOVED it!!!
All in all a lovely Cohens day. Off to beddie byes now...
 
Yippee!!!Wahoo!!! I am so excited, reached my first goal today - to be under 80kg!!!So happy, havent been this light since I met hubby six years ago:):D :)
 
Thats excellent Kimmy - well done

I have got 900grams til half way - can't wait
 
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