New to atkins!

[Sweetness07]

Hello there! I just wanted to introduce myself, because I have the feeling I will be posting on here alot. My name is Melissa, and me and my husband started atkins on Monday. So far, so good. Everything seems to be going fine, except for the minor headaches, probaly from the caffeine withdrawl. I am hoping to lose about 40-50 pounds. I weighed about 125, then gained 55 during my pregnancy, and I guess since my daughter just turned 2, I better get my butt in gear, as the "I just had a baby" excuse isn't working anymore Well, anyways, I can't wait to get further into this diet and see how much weight I can lose - I AM READY!!

[dreamof145]

Welcome Melissa. Congratulations to you and your husband for committing to get healthy and lose weight. You'll meet lots of wonderful people here, read lots of encouraging posts and get all the support you can ask for. Get active and make lots of friends.

There's a new challenge starting on June 11th that will help you both set goals and plan for success. (I AM WORTH IT CHALLENGE)

Best wishes. We look forward to sharing your journeys with you!

[sillygirl]

Hi Melissa! Welcome to the board! It's great your husband is eating this way right along side you! That should make it easier for you.

You might want to consider starting a journal for yourself at Journal Chats. It's a great group of peope with good advice, support and super friendships!

[Sweetness07]

Thanks for the welcome. I think I will try the challenge, and start a journal as well!

[sallyseachange]

Warm welcome Melissa to you and your husband both! Glad you're along for the ride!

[Sweetness07]

Well, today is day 6 for me, and I haven't cheated yet except for a tablespoon of A1 on my steak, and maybe a few diet pepsi's, but hey it's better than eating a cupcake I will get better!!

[SandyL2002]

Welcome to the board

[Forever_Autumn87]

Hi Sweetness and Husband

you've both came to the right place, for inspiration and encouragement.
wecome aboard this big friendly ship. I had caffiene withdrawal so badly when I started 4 weeks ago, and then It all just dissapeared. the Guys and Gals on here are truly inspirational and will help you as much as they can alng the way.
Good luck! not that you are going to need it

Kind regards,

[kisstuck]

Hi Melissa! Welcome to the board! No worries about the A1 and diet pepsi's. You are 1/2 way through induction! Keep us posted on your progress and success!

[Sweetness07]

Thanks everyone! So far I lost 5.8 pounds the first week, this is going great!