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[quote=Anonymous]I have struggled with my weight my entire life but was never more than 10-15 lbs overweight, and I fluctuate a lot. I have always worked out regularly and always ate relatively well (no fast food, fried food, cooked my own meals) but still indulged in too-large portions or baked goods.

During my first pregnancy, I had some complications, including pre-eclampsia, and I gained approx 70lbs (including 20 lbs of water weight due to swelling over the course of 13 days). After giving birth,  I lost approx 35lbs, but quickly got preg with #2, and I gained another 35lbs.  I am now stuck at 25lbs overweight and cant get the scale to budge, no matter what I do.

I obsess about my weight daily, always care, and wish I could have prevented the huge weight gain during my pregnancy.

However, I still am proud of my body (I recently completed a triathalon) and how strong I am.  I wear a (flattering) bathing suit.  My body might be larger and wider than I want, but it is relatively firm, not saggy, and no rolls and my boobs are awesome :)

I have 2 children who I want to grow up happy with their bodies and able to balance food, exercise, and self-confidence.  Its not always so simple and just preventing the initial 5 lbs weight gain.[/quote]

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