Just wondering how everyones weekend went. Did you stay on track with your diet? Friday we had a family meeting and decided to start using a menu for the week. It was fun planning our meals as a family instead of me planning it. We made a grocery list for that week and headed out shopping. I was shocked that we were able to stick to it. No extras were bought. Yeah for sticking to our list and working towards TR money.
My weight is still holding at 164 and I am happy with that. DH wants to plan TR for early July now. We were shooting for Aug. but now we are looking at honeymoon packages for Myrtle Beach. We never had a honeymoon and thought lets do it now. We will be alone no kiddos. He is super excited. He kept asking what if you get PG on our honeymoon. I laughed and said I don't think we will be trying that soon.
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gotthebabybug, By then, you'll be super skinny! Once you schedule your date, it will go by fast. I only have 13 days left and my calendar is booked solid until the day we drive over to Chapel Hill.
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pattync_28610 I've cut out caffeine, mainly because my TR is 13 days away and I plan on not drinking caffeine while TTC and during pregnancy. I think I'm going through caffeine withdrawl! Huge headache!
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I have an announcement today I finally made it to a normal bmi. It has been a long time in the works but what a feeling it is. I have 24lbs left until I get to my ideal body weight. I am very happy with my progress. I wish everyone the best on reaching there weight loss goals. I am always around if you ever need to vent or someone to call because your having a bad day. A good support system is helpful on reaching and maintaining your goals.
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Hey ladies, well today is the 3rd day that I haven't had a soft drink at all woohoo!!! I'm so proud of myself that is the hardest thing for me to do was to give up my coke's to drink..well anyways I also started walking at work during my break time and I did that today to..woohoo...I'm so tickled about this I know i'm going to get this weight off now...so how is everyone else doing on their diets?.....
Patty-39 DH-Timothy-41 DS-Jacob-12 DS-Darrien-11 DS-Patrick-5 DD-Emma-4 TL-2-05-04 TR-Praying for the first of 2009
I found this article and wanted to share. Maybe you can incorporate some of the foods into a diet plan.
Whole grains
Whole grains such as oats, brown rice, whole wheat and quinoa are complex carbohydrates and so not only give you lots of energy for baby-making by releasing sugar into your blood slowly and evenly, but also contain an abundance of B and E vitamins that are essential for cellular reproduction, hormonal balance and the production of healthy ova and sperm.
Oily fish
Oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines are the best source of essential fatty acids (EFAs) omega-3 and omega-6 which play an important role in regulating reproductive functioning, improving blood flow and enhancing sperm quality and mobility. Flaxseed oil is a good EFA alternative for those who don't eat fish.
Full fat dairy
Research has found that women who eat at least one portion of full fat dairy a day are significantly less likely to suffer from fertility problems that those who consistently go for low fat or non dairy options. Dairy products are also a great source of calcium which is important in the development and maintenance of the nervous system, bones and blood.
Garlic
Although not typically known as a food for romance, garlic contains an abundance of fertility boosting nutrients and can easily be neutralised with parsley. It's a great source of the mineral selenium which is thought to enhance male fertility and help prevent the chromosome breakage that may play a role in early miscarriage. Garlic also contains vitamin B6 which helps to regulate hormones and strengthens the immune system.
Lean red meat
Lean red meat is a great source of iron which helps to prevent anaemia, decreases the risk of ovulatory infertility and plays a role in the production and function of red blood cells. Red meat is also a good source of vitamin B12 which is essential in the maintenance and development of the nervous system.
Honey
Honey has been used to enhance fertility throughout history as it is incredibly rich in the minerals and amino acids that nourish the reproductive system and stimulate ovarian function. It's considered by many to be a fertility boosting super food.
Spinach
Spinach and other leafy greens are an excellent source of folic acid which is important in optimising sperm production, facilitating regular, healthy ova production and helping to prevent neural tube defects during early pregnancy. It is also a great source of iron and vitamin C which helps to enhance sperm quality by protecting the DNA stored within it from damage.
Oysters
It is the abundance of zinc found in this seafood delicacy that gives it its fertility boosting qualities. Zinc is often considered to be the most important fertility nutrient as it has been shown to help with both healthy sperm and egg production. If oysters aren't your thing, zinc can also be found in baked beans, eggs, nuts, whole grains and pumpkin seeds.
Chillies
These certainly 'spice' things up in the fertility department by increasing the flow of blood around the body, ensuring that the reproductive system gets a healthy supply. Chillies also stimulate endorphin production which means more fertility boosting, stress releasing, happy hormones circulate around your body and are also an excellent source of vitamin C which helps with iron absorption.
Avocado
Avocado provides a rich source of vitamin E which is a powerful antioxidant and an essential fertility nutrient for both men and women as it improves the viability of sperm and helps to regulate both ovulation and the production of cervical mucus. It is also an excellent source of unsaturated fats which are essential for healthy hormone functioning, olive oil is another good vegetable source.
In general when trying for a baby it pays to go for good quality, unprocessed foods as these are likely to be much richer in vitamins, minerals and nutrients and also freer from pesticides and added oestrogens that may disrupt reproductive functioning in both men and women. By supplementing a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle with the foods listed above you will help to ensure you have all the nutrients you need to ensure your reproductive system is in optimum condition.
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******************************************************** As of Tuesday September, 23rd 2008 ******************************************************** ANTOINETTA- W 253, BMI 45?, 32 lost, 58 to go beebeekinsers- W 184, BMI 33.6, 20 lost, 24 to go Bermudes- W 286, BMI 43.5, 4 lost, 63 to go Brandi- W 159, BMI 31, 25 lost, 44 to go brenda0704- W 186, BMI 32.7, 17 lost, 16 to go byGodsGrace- W 280, BMI 43.6, ? lost, 40 to go darkfeary474- W 233, BMI 34.4, 61 lost, ? to go excitedinmd- W 240, BMI 36.5, ? lost, 40 to go hopefulin2008- W 200, BMI 34.3, ? lost, ? to go KimBE- W 222, BMI 40.6, ? lost, 37 to go 2maybe3soon- W 192, BMI 31.0, 9 lost, 6 to go mama_soon- W 209, BMI 35.9, 16 lost, 29 to go Melody30- W 169, BMI 28.?, 2 lost, 19 to go MichelleToo- W 166, BMI 27.6, ? lost, 26 to go newdreams_2008- W 179,BMI 30.7,28 lost, 9 to go ninamom2three- W ?, BMI 31.8, ?lost, ?to go pattync- W 265, BMI 45.8, 2 lost, 65 to go (Yay 2 pds lost) pennylane- W 150.4, BMI- 26.8 , 1 lost, 15.4 to go Snookums- W 172, BMI 31.9, 6.5 lost, 22.5 to go traci20- W 200, BMI 40, 2.5 lost, 35 to go wantanotherchance- W 212,BMI 38.8,49 lost,42 to go Alexsmom34- W 218 BMI 32.2, 8 lost, 27 to go
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Just remember that you can not always judge success by the scale. Sometime we are losing inches and the scale won't move. We took several before pictures and every so often would take another one to compare how we were doing. DH lost weight with me. Actually he just started back on his diet yesterday.
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Kim thank you so much for the recipes I appreciate that alot...I started back on my diet today and it was not a bad struggle for me..thank god...but I will weigh myself this coming up friday to see if I have lost anything..I have completely cut out soft drinks..woohoo thats a big thing for me...
Patty-39 DH-Timothy-41 DS-Jacob-12 DS-Darrien-11 DS-Patrick-5 DD-Emma-4 TL-2-05-04 TR-Praying for the first of 2009
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OK I think I got them sent out to who asked for them. I hope you find something in there yummy. I have 25lbs. left to get to my goal weight and its hard to get that last little bit off. Would anyone be interested in doing a weekly weigh in. We could post what are weight is and any activity that we did. I know that is helps hold me accountable.
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