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My Clothes Have Gotten Too Big

One of the best parts about being on a diet is when you actually see signs that it is working! After several weeks on the Atkins diet, I managed to lose a noticeable amount of weight. Should I buy new clothing now, or wait until I get down to my “goal weight”? When I started the Atkins diet, back in June, I weighed 180 pounds. It is now nearly the end of August, and I weigh 169 pounds. This is a total of eleven pounds of weight loss! While I am pretty excited to be more than ten pounds lighter … Continue reading →

Breastfeeding and Weight Loss

Is breastfeeding the magic cure for weight gain after pregnancy? Many think so. In fact, according to research, many women stated that weight reduction was a benefit to breastfeeding. Why wouldn’t it be? On average women again 25-30 pounds during pregnancy. One of the most asked questions concerning weight loss is how to shed post pregnancy pounds. After having a baby your metabolism slows down a bit and your focus is not on yourself but your baby, so losing weight can be a challenge. So where does breastfeeding fit into all of this? Many women who choose to breastfeed have … Continue reading →

Weight Loss: Getting In Shape After Pregnancy

Here you are with this beautiful bundle of joy and you are on a high. Feeling like this it might not hit you right away. One day you get a glimpse of yourself in a mirror or maybe it will strike you as you are walking past a window at the shopping plaza. You do a double take and wonder who it is. Okay, now the depression might set in, but do not worry. You can conquer the post baby fitness battle. Your body has undergone a tremendous workout. You have just had a human being inside your body for … Continue reading →

Weight Loss for Breastfeeding Moms: Self Esteem

My self esteem has been low this week. I know I’m not alone here. This is a common problem for new mothers. Even though I know that there is a good reason for the extra weight, it is still really bothering me this week. My low self esteem issues started this week when I downloaded some pictures from my digital camera. Now I know why I shy away from the camera. I’m bigger now than at any time of my life, other than the last trimester of pregnancy. The last thing I need is photographic evidence! I haven’t bought any … Continue reading →