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TTC After a Loss
Menrandes
member
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
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Healthy Living Check In - 12/15/14
Menrandes
member
Good Morning Ladies! I hope you all had a good and healthy weekend. 
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We are a group of women striving to live healthier lives, whether that means losing weight, gaining weight, sticking to a specific diet, counting calories, avoiding counting calories, starting to exercise, continuing to exercise or anything in between.
We check in on Mondays and follow up with an accountability on Fridays (our favorite post of the week, because we love encouraging each other and celebrating all our successes!).
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Many of us are using MyFitnessPal to keep track of our eating and our exercise. MFP is a great tool to keep yourself accountable, and because it is set up as a social network site, we can cheer you on there as well as here. If you are using MFP and have not found us yet, let us know so we can friend you!
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Current participants - if I miss you (or if you're new), just jump in ---
@MrsG80inTN, @MrsKush1014, @km380, @Baby5395, @sunflwra, @Amybunny30, @ambmama, @Menrandes, @ashleyshedd, @cherylanddoug, @Elliecat17, @BLuvsE, @furrypaws, @PowerOfBacon, @nami97, @rmpar29, @Nikolie93, @flyoffeve, @kittymeowbark, @mrskelly731, @readinglove , @northernkhaleesi, @wonderingwhatmyfutureholds / @ScubaDiva30, @MrsRed09, @bluedaisy0627, @VaBarnet, @whitneyandconcep, @kellybennelly83, @TowerClimbersWife
So, tell me:
The Good:
The Bad:
The Proud:
Your Plan:
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal?
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We are a group of women striving to live healthier lives, whether that means losing weight, gaining weight, sticking to a specific diet, counting calories, avoiding counting calories, starting to exercise, continuing to exercise or anything in between.
We check in on Mondays and follow up with an accountability on Fridays (our favorite post of the week, because we love encouraging each other and celebrating all our successes!).
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Many of us are using MyFitnessPal to keep track of our eating and our exercise. MFP is a great tool to keep yourself accountable, and because it is set up as a social network site, we can cheer you on there as well as here. If you are using MFP and have not found us yet, let us know so we can friend you!
~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Current participants - if I miss you (or if you're new), just jump in ---
@MrsG80inTN, @MrsKush1014, @km380, @Baby5395, @sunflwra, @Amybunny30, @ambmama, @Menrandes, @ashleyshedd, @cherylanddoug, @Elliecat17, @BLuvsE, @furrypaws, @PowerOfBacon, @nami97, @rmpar29, @Nikolie93, @flyoffeve, @kittymeowbark, @mrskelly731, @readinglove , @northernkhaleesi, @wonderingwhatmyfutureholds / @ScubaDiva30, @MrsRed09, @bluedaisy0627, @VaBarnet, @whitneyandconcep, @kellybennelly83, @TowerClimbersWife
So, tell me:
The Good:
The Bad:
The Proud:
Your Plan:
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal?
We met in middle school. We got married 15 years later in a February blizzard of 2010.
TTC since February 2010Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
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This discussion has been closed.
Re: Healthy Living Check In - 12/15/14
The Good:
Last week I got my 3 workouts in, even though I worked late one night so I give myself a pat on the back for that
The weekend. Oh how I love you yet hate you, weekend. It was MH's birthday and I threw a party at out house. Lots of food and lots of drinking. And there was left over sweets that I couldn't keep my fat fingers off of yesterday.
The Proud:
Ummm.....when I ate the cake yesterday I took 95% of the icing off before I shoved it in my mouth. That counts, right?
Your Plan:
I am leaving to VA for 2 weeks on Friday. My plan is to try and not gain 20 pounds.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal?
I love, love, love beef jerky so I will have to go with that. It's not really a meal but if I am on the go I make it one!
The Bad: Being sick all last week and over the weekend. My diet consisted of mostly rice cakes and crackers. I am anticipating a bought of carb flu this week once I cut that stuff out again.
The Proud: Yeah, I got nothing for this category.
Your Plan: It's a new week. I can eat food again. And now that that is the case, I plan on eating as healthily as I can. And getting right back on the horse so to speak with the exercise routine. I've been feeling like a blob since I have been unable to do it. I also want it to be a really healthy week leading into the holidays. I'd rather not already be bloated on Christmas.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? I like to grab smoked salmon and goat cheese with tomatoes for a grab and go meal. Failing that, I'll usually just have hummus and and veggies and maybe a small handful of Beanitos (bean and rice chips). It's enough to keep me going for quite a while!
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
I am glad YH is coming home and that you're almost 100% feeling better. Sucks to be sick but timing worked out well it seems!
Good luck with your plan, I have faith you can jump right back in and get on track
The Good:
I have been incorporating green juices into my meals
The Bad:
I was supposed to be cleansing this week but completely failed at that, unless you count coffee and chocolate as a cleanse.
The Proud:
I have not given up yet
Your Plan:
Once all my finals finish this week my ass is going straight to the gym
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal?
protein shake or a fiber one bar....yum
TTC since 2012
BFP#1~ EDD: 06/21/2014 ~ TFMR --Holoprosencephaly
Said goodbye on 2/10/2014 at 21 weeks. We miss our baby girl "J"
My Chart
@Menrandes --- feel better soon. Great attitude as well. It is a new week.
TTC since 2012
BFP#1~ EDD: 06/21/2014 ~ TFMR --Holoprosencephaly
Said goodbye on 2/10/2014 at 21 weeks. We miss our baby girl "J"
My Chart
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
TTC since 2012
BFP#1~ EDD: 06/21/2014 ~ TFMR --Holoprosencephaly
Said goodbye on 2/10/2014 at 21 weeks. We miss our baby girl "J"
My Chart
The Proud: I joined this check-in! Hoping it helps to see my good/bad habits written out and know how to move forward and be more healthy.
Your Plan: My main goal now is to cut out caffeine. I drink way too much diet coke daily and I need to switch to drinking more water. Also, being active more than once or twice a week would be a good start.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? My favorite grab and go meal - lean cuisines. I don't know if it's neccessarily a favorite but that's what I end up doing when I'm in a hurry and/or don't feel like cooking.
Welcome!
Oh yeah, ballet definitely counts!! That's a pretty intense workout!
And switching over to water instead of soda, even diet soda, is a great step!
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
It was hard to remove the icing
The Bad: NO workouts. Got some BFNs so I DRANK at a birthday party and holiday party this weekend. Tippy cup, kicked my ass. Then I eat like crap when hungover....
The Proud: I only had crap for lunch once last week despite not getting any grocery shopping done. I've become a huge plan of Amy's soups so that has been my go to for lunch- feels a lot healthier than chipotle.
Your Plan: I plan to get some meal planning & grocery shopping done. I also spent all weekend feeling extremely out of shape and gave myself a good talking to and will make it to the gym at least once this week. TONIGHT!
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? I don't really have one. I used to make refrigerator oatmeal a week out. That was really helpful for breakfasts.
The Good: The gym routine throughout the week and meals have been going well.
The Bad: Usually I get some runs in over the weekend. I was too hungover both mornings and did not go at all this weekend. It is terrible.
The Proud: I tried sushi on Saturday. This can be a proud one...I am a picky eater. I stayed away fom the raw ones, but I had some veggie ones.
Your Plan: Go to classes at the gym three times this week. Friday is the last day of work for two weeks. I can run any morning for those two weeks and I plan on getting in as many as possible. New Years Day will probably not happen due to a likely hangover though.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? Does my morning smoothie count? I love it. I can see it not counting because I make it every morning. On the other hand, it should count because I can grab it, go, and eat it when I get to work.
Ingredients: ice, banana, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, almond milk, and Green Vibrance powder (so many probiotics and full day's veggie servings!).
Me: 31 DH: 36
Dated Since ‘02, Married in ‘06
BFP#1 05/16/06, EDD01/16/07, MC 06/12/06 at 8 weeks
BFP #2 08/14/14, EDD 04/22/15, MC 09/17/14 at 9 weeks
My Chart
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
>:D<
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
I find it less healthy to be down on myself all the time instead of just owning that I'm making bad choices and wait for a time when I'll be able to focus better.
Not very inspirational, but it works for me.
!*All Welcome**!
Me 28 The Tower Climber 27
NTNP Since January 2014
BFP #1- Nov 10, 2014 EDD July 19, 2015 MC Nov 20, 2014 (5wk 4d)
@Kellybenelly83 Hey, gotta sample cookies. How else will you know they are good?
but that's fantastic news on the emotional eating! Keep it up, great job!!!!
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
Yeah. This school year I have been getting up at 5:15 instead of 5:30. It is so early! I used to take a banana, but the smoothie leaves me more full.
Me: 31 DH: 36
Dated Since ‘02, Married in ‘06
BFP#1 05/16/06, EDD01/16/07, MC 06/12/06 at 8 weeks
BFP #2 08/14/14, EDD 04/22/15, MC 09/17/14 at 9 weeks
My Chart
The Bad: I hate way too many out of the norm foods last week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Proud: DW and I are very excited about our meals plans and getting out for evening runs together.
Your Plan: Get out for evening runs with DW every night this week, and continue strength training with an emphasis on body weight and core exercises.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? For something savory, I will grab a tub of argula, hummus, low sodium turkey or chicken slices from the deli, bell pepper and whole wheat tortillas to make wraps. I keep this combo stocked at home and at work. For something sweet, my go to is plan non-fat greek yogurt, a tbsp of crunchy biscoff and a diced apple (preferably honey crisp) all mixed together.
Married: 10/4/2013
TTC Since September 2014
BFP 11/30/2014 ~ EDD 8/13/2015 ~ CP 12/5/2014
BFP #2 12/30/2014 ~ EDD 9/13/2015 Stick bean stick!
@towerclimberswife I just had the same thought as you did about the holiday's. I had a little talk with myself and realized that I will not be working out while I am up in VA for 2 weeks and I refuse to beat myself up if I have some bad meals here and there. I think the stress makes me want to eat even more! Good luck to you!
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
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Married: 10/4/2013
TTC Since September 2014
BFP 11/30/2014 ~ EDD 8/13/2015 ~ CP 12/5/2014
BFP #2 12/30/2014 ~ EDD 9/13/2015 Stick bean stick!
The Bad: My RE brought up gastric sleeve surgery...again. I really want to avoid surgery if at all possible.
The Proud: I've done a really good job of sticking to my nutrition tracking and staying within my allotted calories/carbs/protein.
Your Plan: I'm going to try to get to the gym at least once more this week, and keep tracking my food. Also, I plan on eating nachos for dinner Wednesday. Hopefully I can plan well enough to still keep my carbs balanced and calories within limits.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? My favorite quick dinner is a pre-made Caesar salad mix. I usually grill a chicken breast, cut it up, and throw it on top.
You just made me want nachos and Caesar salad simultaneously.
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
The Bad: H bought candy and while he has been the one eating most of it, I still end up having some and then I feel so guilty after. It's taking the enjoyment out of it, which might help me avoid it.
The Proud: I have managed to avoid the elevator, and try to always talk myself into the stairs.
Your Plan: Add back in my healthy morning smoothies, instead of grabbing toast or something else. Add that to the lots of water, and hopefully we will start seeing the scale move down.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? A banana. I really love bananas.
Me: 31 DH: 36
Dated Since ‘02, Married in ‘06
BFP#1 05/16/06, EDD01/16/07, MC 06/12/06 at 8 weeks
BFP #2 08/14/14, EDD 04/22/15, MC 09/17/14 at 9 weeks
My Chart
The Good: The scale says I'm down 5 lbs, but I spent all yesterday with a stomach bug so I'm pretty sure it will go back up in a couple days of eating again.
The Bad: I didn't exercise yesterday or today, but considering I'm not eating very much I'm not too concerned about it.
The Proud: Continuing the T25Focus plan even on the mornings that I can hardly breath from my cold.
Your Plan: Get rid of this stomach bug today and get exercising tomorrow.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? I make a salad the night before to have for lunch every day. I'm not sure that counts as a "grab and go" because I can't eat it in the car, but I do eat it at my desk. It's so nice knowing that my nutritious lunch is sitting in the fridge the night before so I don't have to try to find time in the morning.
DX Endometriosis 2/2002 (lost left tube due to a cyst), PCOS 6/2010
BFP - 10/18/2012, EDD - 6/26/2013, Baby Girl lost at 22 weeks (T21), D&E 2/15/2013
BFP - 4/23/2014, EDD - 1/2/2015 Twin Boys lost at 12 weeks, M/C 6/25/2014
My chart here All ALers welcome!
The Good: I am doing really well continuing my healthy eating and working out 6 days a week since have my dandc 3 weeks ago.
The Bad: Scale hasn't moved too much but I know it will once I am doing this for a couple of weeks.
The Proud: For the first time in my life I am eating well and working out in the month of december. That feels amazing!
Your Plan: Keep on track right up to xmas eve. I will treat myself for the day and a half but right back on track!
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? Quest Protein bar as a snack. As a meal, shakelogy shake! Chocolate is the best!
@northernkhaleesi I am glad you're enjoying your treadmill! I know what you mean by candy phase. I am in that phase right now but I haven't been working out so it's even worse! Hope you get over that phase soon
@Elliecat17 Ooo, what kind of gluten free pizza did you get? Good for you on taking the stairs more!! I think adding in smoothies is a great plan. They are so surprisingly filling aren't they?
@rmpar29 I'm sorry you've been so sick. I hope you feel better today!!
@PowerOfBacon It's good that you check in here even when you haven't been "healthy." I think it's easier to ignore that than admit, so I'd say that's a positive thing!! And good job on the not killing. That's positive too.
@CutiesMommy420 December is such a hard time to continue to eat healthy and exercise. Great job that you are keeping up with it!
@northernkhaleesi Good for you on choosing the treadmill! That's fantastic!
And I love me some peanut butter with my apple, though lately I've been getting almond butter for that particular snack instead.
Diagnosed with Lyme Disease June 2010 Diagnosed with PCOS March 2011 Diagnosed with Celiac Disease January 2013
BFP #1: August 25th 2013 EDD May 4th 2014 SCH MC October 3rd 2013
BFP #2: February 14th 2014 EDD October 25th 2014 CP February 17th 2014
Naked push-up foreplay pioneer
The Bad: I don't like working out.
The Proud: I have a spinning bike that I've asked my DH to haul upstairs to our guest bedroom for me to use in the morning.
Your Plan: Wake up an hour earlier to get myself going and spin for 20 minutes every morning.
QOTW: What is your favorite grab and go meal? Hummus and cucumber!!