Since I know when I was big fat and expecting, I was consumed with - what is going to happen after, I wanted to give an update! I know everybody is different, but judging from the posts on this board on this topic, it does seem that most women do bounce back!
So I had gained 40 pounds. Nice. A lot of it I guess was water as I was a swollen mess, but a lot of it was cookies too. Anyway, I am happy to report that at three weeks later I have lost 30 of those pounds! I can't believe it! I think the breastfeeding must help some and I am eating a really healthy diet. Not trying to - just want to - seems like I want a lot of fruit and yogurt and cheese. Now the physical appearance of the body...(and I am totally not beating myself up - I really understand that I just had a baby....) it's not that bad actually. It kind of looks like an old lady. Like sort of loose and saggy a little but nothing tragic. There is some cellulite that wasnt' there before in the butt, thigh area, and my hips seem to be a bit wider in general. The belly - well it went away some and it's kind of this rounded pouch now that is VERY loose. Won't lie to you. I do look forward to being able to do some yoga! Its just kind of like hardened jello. And the line is still there. And it's still hairy like a monkey - must do something about that!
But all in all it's pretty good! Just thought I'd let you know -especially the January girls still hanging on - because I know by now you feel like elephants. Hang in there! By Springtime you'll be back in some clothes! At least the drawstring ones!!!!
bearsbabe_113
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You crack me up!!! Good analogy and very true!!! You ain't kidding about the wiggling jello!!!
jenny11.9
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it's weird right Deb? It's like a substance that I have never felt before. It's not quite loose, I mean it's somewhat contained yet VERY unpredictable!!! Not to mention that it creeps along the lower back! Like 'the Blob'!
Jeanene
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Jenny - thank you so much for the sharing your story. Not many women talk about what happens after - it is good to know your experience and what to expect!
NovemberSue
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Sounds like you are doing great with your weight loss and getting your body back. Thanks for sharing your progress with us.
JennRenee
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I still have my line, 10 weeks later!!
When does that puppy go away??
jenny11.9
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Jenn I KNOW!!! Mine seems like it's getting DARKER!!!!
YUCK!!! It was cute when it was all extended around a nice preggy belly - but now it looks like somebody assaulted me with a magic marker!
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Posted by jenny11.9
Jenn I KNOW!!! Mine seems like it's getting DARKER!!!!
YUCK!!! It was cute when it was all extended around a nice preggy belly - but now it looks like somebody assaulted me with a magic marker!
Dee7772
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I just wanted to congratulate you on the 30 pound loss. That is awsome. Keep up the great work.
Cira
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Jenny, I really appreciate this post. This is such a concern for me for when I do get pregnant - the weight before and the weight after. Thank you for your honesty.
dietzer
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great post- it will be a big concern for me too when the time comes! thank you.
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Posted by jenny11.9
but now it looks like somebody assaulted me with a magic marker!
You're too funny. hah:
susans
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Thanks for sharing. I think a lot of my weight is cookies too
shamma
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I love when you write, you give me hope and you make me smile. Your daughter is so blessed to have a lovely mommy like you
