I thought I would be thin!!!

i am getting married next weekend and in addition to feeling the usual wedding stress and a little jitters...I have been feeling depressed. Finally realized that I had hoped to be in great shape for my wedding and I am not mostly in part due to the stress. I am someone who eats when I am stressed. I cant get over this, it is my wedding and I feel ugly and fat. Just needed to vent.

I felt the same way

Don't worry. I felt the same. I gained for my wedding - almost 10lbs. You know what, I felt horrible before my wedding (3 weeks). You should be on a high now at this point. Come that day, it doesn't matter. You will be so happy throughout the day and you won't even care. I looked at it this way... I'm only going to get one chance to do this day. Helpful hint: Don't eat any salty foods this coming week. Lots of water and lots of veges. You'll be radiant on your day, probably 2lb-5lbs lighter from water weight loss. Also, I know this sounds nuts, but if you can, either in the morning or after work, walk for 40 minutes (fast). You won't believe how wonderful you feel. You may not lose 20lbs in a week, but you'll lose a few, you'll feel wonderful, your skin will glow and you'll be in the right frame of mind! ENJOY and Congratulations. I was married last year in May and this time of year is so beautiful. Spring sort of came early too so enjoy the weather!! Hope this helps

I felt the same way

I am also getting married next weekend and thought I would be way thinner than I am - but you know what? I love my dress, it looks beautiful and I am so excited and so happy, I can't even worry about it anymore - we will all look beautiful and our future husbands love us just the way we are, the same way we love them! Enjoy this last week! I too, can't stop eating and I swear I will be busting out of my dress, but I'm sure the nerves and the running around will keep us in check! I think Katee's suggestions are great and I am going to try to stick to them this last week myself!