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@Avocuddles I'm drooling!

@Shefliesonherownwings Glad you had a lovely time with your friend, and a well deserved pamper session 😘

I'm having peanut butter, banana and blueberries on wholemeal toast for lunch. Not a very lunch-y meal, but I fancied it and it's delicious. What's everyone having today? Xxx

@Shefliesonherownwings glad you enjoyed your spa day and catch up with your friend. Well done on losing a pound, I'm pretty sure most people are at their heaviest when AF arrives so that's great!

I weighed myself yesterday and have lost two pounds in my first weight watchers week which I'm very happy with. Had a very unhealthy treat this morning as met some friends and their kids as an amazing doughnut and coffee place that has recently opened near us. The doughnuts are all vegan but incredibly naughty (see photo!), it was overflowing with hipster types queuing out of the door but worth the wait - and the calories..... Followed it up with a game of bowling and then tonight we're going round our friends for a healthy tea so a packed but fun day.

@MrsMGE I haven't been to Zumba in about a year but am planning on going to a class this coming Wednesday so will prepare myself for not having a clue what is going on! I have two left feet but do enjoy it. I bought a new sports bra in the sales so need to actually get some use out of it!!!

@BunnytheBlueWhale unless you're overweight (which I gather you're not) then weighing yourself regularly isn't necessarily the best measure - how you feel in yourself - and your jeans - is probably the best thing to focus on and it sounds like you're going in the right direction as far as that is concerned so well done!

Hope everyone is having a good weekend. I was definitely ready for it after a long week!

Hi all, hope everyone is well. I had a lovely spa day with my friend yesterday. She lives about an hour and a half away and has three kids so I don't see her as much as I'd like but she has been fantastic support to us and it was nice to see her yesterday and just chill all day long. I had my nails done and we had a joint scrub, wax and massage treatment. My skin feels lovely today.

Weighed myself this morning and lost a pound which I am pleased about because I came on yesterday and I am so bloated today. I forgot how painful AF can be. It's only my second since having Isla and my body is still all over the place but I'm glad things are getting back to normal a bit. Hope everyone has a good weekend.

Hey @BunnytheBlueWhale well done, girl! Remember your weight will depend on where you are in your cycle so you may well have lost. Besides, your body composition may have changed which is very likely considering you're seeing the change. I put a top on today which was rather loose comparing to when I wore it last and I'm surprised!

4lbs down since I've started my health mission so far 😊 It feels like more though and I'm noticing it now, even DH noticed 🙌.

I'm off shopping with DH today so lots of walking and will do HIIT later as well.

I went to Zumba last night and omg, it's changed since I last went years ago 😱 All those new songs and it feels more like a salsa/rumba/jazz class these days, am I right or is it just my instructor?!

Happy Saturday girls, keep it healthy ❤️ xxx

Thanks @BunnytheBlueWhale and well done to you too!

I find eating healthy and exercising regularly very challenging when work gets busy and when I'm under a lot of pressure. I'm proud I kept going this week despite the circumstances. I'd normally give up but I'm really determined this time and reading your posts has kept me going. I didn't want to let the side down! This thread is so good.

Thank you @Avocuddles, I hope it's half as nice as Rudding Park!

Who's planning to watch the winter edition of Love Island? Guilty pleasure? 🏝️😁 Xxx

😂 well if it's good enough for Love Island it's good enough for Mumsnet!

My DH can't cook to save his life (I can count on one hand the times he's cooked for me in six years) but decided to give himself the challenge of cooking a 'proper' (not just shove it in the oven) meal 20 times this year. Tonight was meal number one and although he was faffing in the kitchen for hours the end result was worth the wait and very healthy too!
Meatballs made with lean beef and laksa paste (an alternative use for yours @BunnytheBlueWhale!) served with pickled vegetables and naked noodles. I was a bit apprehensive about what he'd make given he's really not the greatest of cooks but he's done himself proud!

@MrsMGE enjoy your spa trip! Look forward to hearing about it.....

@Seahawk80 look after yourself, we've all got our fingers crossed for you.

Aww @Seahawk80 I'm sorry it's so stressful for you, it's not easy to have to wait at all. What are you doing to keep yourself occupied?

Soooo I managed to leave work on time!!! And no working at home either! 🥳🥳🥳 I actually got so much done this week that I'm going to double my target. Not that it means a lot, however, it comes useful if things get quieter, so I'm pretty pleased this has happened in dark, cold January 😁

I'm on my way to Zumba and then I might have a treat meal, haven't decided yet.

I'm so, so chuffed I didn't give in, I stuck to my healthy eating, didn't have any treats, and even managed to exercise every day this week apart from yesterday. 15 mins HIIT a day is around 120+ calories, it does make a difference if you're not a huge, huge eater, and I feel pumped thanks to doing it. God bless Joe Wicks ❤️🙌

Have a nice Friday evening, girls, I'm now off for a few days and I cannot wait! Spa, exercise and nice time with DH ❤️ Bliss. Xxx

Thanks guys. I'm going to wait until Tuesday as I thought I'd there was no heartbeat tonight I'd just be hoping it was too early and it would be a waste of £80. I'll update you all then but in the meantime have a healthy weekend!

@BunnytheBlueWhale sounds like a nice day off!

I've had such a busy first week back at work it's been mental!

Got a work trip to Istanbul in a couple of weeks and hope to not fall of the bandwagon of healthy eating whilst being away! Always find it harder when I'm not in my normal routine and don't have the same food choices available! Any tips anyone?

Hope everyone else is fine?

@MrsMGE I saw that info on that research as well and it's great Tommy's is making such progress, very interesting to see when clinics trials for this medication will commence!

@Seahawk80 just wanted to send a hug and hope you're ok! I can imagine you're concerned but I hope everything will be fine!

Hey everyone, just popping on to say looks like you are all going at it and doing well. I've been terrible, ate a whole tub of Judes ice cream the other night . I'm really struggling to be honest. I've had to pause exercise until the spotting stops. I thought it had and then today had red blood, still only when I wipe but just at the end of my tether with the stress and worry. I thought about booking an early private scan after work today, I'm 7 weeks but adjusted I'm 6+2 and if there is no heartbeat I'm still in limbo as it could be too early. Can't afford to waste £80 so I'm trying to stay strong and wait for EPU on Tuesday. I'm hoping to be able to join properly one way or another after that but to be honest I'm just being kind to myself for now.

Leftover pasta lunch for me with heck paprika chicken sausage and lots of veg.....

@BunnytheBlueWhale well done with the run and yes you definitely should book Rudding Park, the rooftop spa is fabulous!

@Mumlili8 good to see you here! It's a nice positive thread.

@MrsMGE I read an article about that trial this morning, it's encouraging to know that possible new options to support recurrent miscarriage are being researched all the time. Hopefully they'll complete the trials for the diabetes drug quickly as it sounds like the initial results were very promising....

Well done @BunnytheBlueWhale!

I'm working from home today, as I was supposed to have therapy but it got cancelled late last night. The cats are loving me being home, one has set up camp in front of my laptop! As I'm at home I haven't made my lunch, need some inspiration!

@Mumlili8 yaaaay so nice you're on here!!! Welcome! Really looking forward to sharing our health journeys!

@Shefliesonherownwings so happy you enjoyed the PT sessions! Sounds like you've got a good PT who you're getting on well with and who pushes you! I'm sure tomorrow you might wake with some achey muscles? 

I've been running around like a headless chicken today!

Dinner was pan fried chicken breast, with some veggies and a big side salad with avocado, tomato and beetroot! Boring but filling which is what I needed!

How's everyone else doing?

@MrsMGE my work has been madness too! I missed the relaxation of the holidays 😭

@tortiecat how was the skiing and when are you coming back home?