My name is Caitlyn and I am a newbie :)

[caitlyn12284]

I would like to introduce myself to everyone as I am new here and I think this is going to be an amazing area for me to come for support, help and answers to my questions . My name is Caitlyn and I am about to turn 25 and am a new mom and wife. I have struggled all of my life with weight but it has really become an issue the past few years. I was diagnosed with PCOS which I know has s a little to do with it all, but my husband is larger as well and I know that when he and I moved in together we didn't 'encourage' each other to eat but we never discouraged it either...and now I am here...at the end of my rope!! I actually started the Atkins diet when I was about 13 or 14 and did really well, I think I lost a total of 80 or so lbs in 4 months but I was young and addicted to carbs , and as soon as I bit into that piece of white bread calling out my name I gained it all back and then some. So here I am, older, sick of carrying all of this weight around and ready to get rid of it all. I watch the Biggest Loser every year and say this time it is my turn, but now having my son, I am finally ready to make that commitment. I am so excited to have found this site for ideas on how to keep things fresh and for people that I can talk to who can relate. Thanks for listening!!

[liv]

Great to meet you caitlyn. Don't forget to check all the rules for how to do Atkins and follow them to a T. There is also a forum here for PCOS people. You may find some ideas and encouragement there too.

[scaleskl]

Welcome, you've come to the right place for motivation, inspiration, and support. I suggest starting a journal (if you haven't) to track your progress and success. Good luck and I look forward to reading about you success.

[Amber_Girl79]

Welcome Caitlyn! You will do great, everyone gets to a breaking point, and when they really mean it it really happens. Keep us up on your weight loss!!!

[Lisa]

I'm so glad you found us and decided to join our community...welcome home!

Please make yourself at home and join in on the topics throughout the board. There's a lot of great tools and people to help you stay motivated and encouraged to try new things.

Family is precious and worth the challenge of taking care of you---remember that .

Best wishes!

[want2baloser]

Hey Caitlyn,

I'm new too. I hear what you're saying about being a new mom. I low-carbed after my first baby and lost 50 lbs in a few months. You lost 80 in 4? Wow! I know you can do it this time too! How much do you want to lose? I'll be happy with 50 again after baby #2!

Kristin

[clogger]

Welcome to , caitlyn! You're in the right place.

To get started check this out...If you are NEW, READ THIS!

You CAN DO THIS! Best of luck!

[imagood1]

welcome Caitlyn - I can understand your flustration with weight -- I've been there all my life also. I've found this forum to be very helpful and the people are so friendly! if you need anything and I can help don't hesitate to ask!!

[AOT]

Welcome Catlin!