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November ‘24 starters thread 5 - The one where we go into a New Year with a new mindset and new wardrobes 🥳

988 replies

Mounjaropen · 31/12/2024 11:09

Follow on thread from thread 4

www.mumsnet.com/talk/weight-loss-injections/5229555-november-starters-thread-4-the-one-where-we-navigate-and-stick-or-twist-on-5mg-for-the-new-year?page=40&reply=140957185

Welcome to friends old and new!

I’m W9D2 on second pen of 5mg
SW 13stone 12lb
CW 12st 6.2lb
GW 10st
H 5’5.5”

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Oceangrey · 02/01/2025 19:59

KeepCalmandGiveItaGo · 02/01/2025 16:44

Hiya, is anyone with Oushk?

I really need to switch supplier as I just can’t afford to stay with Voy at £199 per pen. Their customer service is good but not using the coaching. The discount only works if someone uses the code and I’m still paying full price even with posting the code.

I’ve found a few that offer long term maintenance plans (Oushk, Cloud Pharmacy and Curate). Was thinking Cloud as they were v helpful replying to my query but Oushk were also v helpful and their prices are v competitive now (according to the Miss Mounjaro chart) so hopefully that would make long term maintenance affordable.

Oushk’s reviews are excellent on TrustPilot but I’d love opinions from you fabulous lot if anyone is currently using them?

Thanks November club and well done on all your losses!

I'm using Oushk and am happy with them. Generally 10-20% off codes with their emails. I've called a cou of times with questions and once to try and speed up delivery and they have been very helpful.
No coaching or additional support - but that's all on here!

Notadream · 02/01/2025 20:23

Pepperama · 02/01/2025 15:40

Hi @Notadream - can you tell me more? I can’t find the Oushk offer and need to find a supplier that’s got an offer for my 7.5mg pen order.l tomorrow. Haven’t managed to get any takers for my MedExpress code yet and it’s too expensive full price. £99 or thereabouts would be amazing.

Hello

I got an email from them which says Code:WELCOME valid for new customers only. Medicated weightloss from £99.

Worth a try ?

lovealongbath · 02/01/2025 20:26

LilyRose88

I suffered horrendous constipation, 11 days!!!
I got flax seed from Tesco, mentioning Tesco as I hadn’t a clue where to look for it.
Anyhow, teaspoon in the morning in yogurt, teaspoon in evening on or in something and have been regular as clockwork 🙂

Notadream · 02/01/2025 20:28

KeepCalmandGiveItaGo · 02/01/2025 16:44

Hiya, is anyone with Oushk?

I really need to switch supplier as I just can’t afford to stay with Voy at £199 per pen. Their customer service is good but not using the coaching. The discount only works if someone uses the code and I’m still paying full price even with posting the code.

I’ve found a few that offer long term maintenance plans (Oushk, Cloud Pharmacy and Curate). Was thinking Cloud as they were v helpful replying to my query but Oushk were also v helpful and their prices are v competitive now (according to the Miss Mounjaro chart) so hopefully that would make long term maintenance affordable.

Oushk’s reviews are excellent on TrustPilot but I’d love opinions from you fabulous lot if anyone is currently using them?

Thanks November club and well done on all your losses!

I'm with Oushk, found them super helpful and delivery is prompt. fair price also

Della82 · 02/01/2025 20:30

KeepCalmandGiveItaGo · 02/01/2025 16:44

Hiya, is anyone with Oushk?

I really need to switch supplier as I just can’t afford to stay with Voy at £199 per pen. Their customer service is good but not using the coaching. The discount only works if someone uses the code and I’m still paying full price even with posting the code.

I’ve found a few that offer long term maintenance plans (Oushk, Cloud Pharmacy and Curate). Was thinking Cloud as they were v helpful replying to my query but Oushk were also v helpful and their prices are v competitive now (according to the Miss Mounjaro chart) so hopefully that would make long term maintenance affordable.

Oushk’s reviews are excellent on TrustPilot but I’d love opinions from you fabulous lot if anyone is currently using them?

Thanks November club and well done on all your losses!

I use Oushk, am very happy with their service, I have had no issues. I like that I can choose courier and pick a delivery date.

They are quick to approve orders too.

sign up for their mailing list and they send regular discounts.

They ask for a photo with every order but that doesn’t bother me. Their maintenance plans look good which is why I’m with them!

good luck!

Mounjaropen · 02/01/2025 21:01

lovealongbath · 02/01/2025 20:26

LilyRose88

I suffered horrendous constipation, 11 days!!!
I got flax seed from Tesco, mentioning Tesco as I hadn’t a clue where to look for it.
Anyhow, teaspoon in the morning in yogurt, teaspoon in evening on or in something and have been regular as clockwork 🙂

😱😱😱😱

I made myself fresh pineapple today with lime zest and juice and grated fresh ginger over the top because of my cold. It’s fair to say that had an explosive effect on my digestion speed 😂

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Mounjaropen · 02/01/2025 21:02

LilyRose88 · 02/01/2025 19:57

I've lost another 1lb this week so have lost a stone in total. I've got another 5mg pen for January as I'm doing well on 5mg with minimal side effects except constipation. I'm eating a few dates a day to help with that. I'm with Asda as it's convenient for me to pick it up from their pharmacy. They've sent me a 10% off code valid for a week and I'm toying with the idea of ordering another 5mg pen for February as I'm doing well on that dose. I could order a 7.5mg pen but I am losing slowly and steadily on the 5mg. Decisions decisions. I would like to lose another 10lbs. I carry a lot of weight around my middle (post menopausal) and I still have quite a spare tyre! 😂

1 stone gone is awesome! Well done!

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Whattodowithaminute · 02/01/2025 21:04

SW 91.4kg
CW 80.8 kg
GW 70kg

slight loss this week, about 1lb down. Away now for weekend, aiming for breakfast and dinner only with fish and veg as target to manage calorie intake, should do a lot of walking🤞will be manageable. I started second 5mg dose so now on week 9.

Mounjaropen · 02/01/2025 21:09

Whattodowithaminute · 02/01/2025 21:04

SW 91.4kg
CW 80.8 kg
GW 70kg

slight loss this week, about 1lb down. Away now for weekend, aiming for breakfast and dinner only with fish and veg as target to manage calorie intake, should do a lot of walking🤞will be manageable. I started second 5mg dose so now on week 9.

Have a lovely break!

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qotsa · 02/01/2025 23:56

@Mounjaropen I'll be looking for an over 50 day code with medexpress at the end of the month. I came across my last one by luck before. Do you know where to find them at any time (ish)!? When people talk about the threads with discount codes on I never know which specific one as there seem to be loads 🤦🏻‍♀️

Pepperama · 03/01/2025 00:55

qotsa · 02/01/2025 23:56

@Mounjaropen I'll be looking for an over 50 day code with medexpress at the end of the month. I came across my last one by luck before. Do you know where to find them at any time (ish)!? When people talk about the threads with discount codes on I never know which specific one as there seem to be loads 🤦🏻‍♀️

Same here - I’ll be over 50 days off medexpress for the pen after next, but can’t find that particular code either

MsRumpole · 03/01/2025 01:00

@Mounjaropen skin question! I currently use no 7 Lift and Laminate serum morning and evening, but it contains vitamin C, retinol and hyaluronic acid. My day cream also contains hyaluronic acid. I reckon I shouldn't be using this at the same time as I apply the Pixi Glow range?

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:01

qotsa · 02/01/2025 23:56

@Mounjaropen I'll be looking for an over 50 day code with medexpress at the end of the month. I came across my last one by luck before. Do you know where to find them at any time (ish)!? When people talk about the threads with discount codes on I never know which specific one as there seem to be loads 🤦🏻‍♀️

The discount thread is wild 😂

I’m sorry but I don’t know. Personally, I’d try the same code again? You never know! Either that or wade through the discount code thread…

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DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:22

Id really prefer they all just had transparent pricing including p&p. The monj chart is great but it's before postage and that adds a tenner onto mine. I need to switch but really dislike business models that make you do the work of finding codes and price matching. Just charge me a fair price!

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:24

MsRumpole · 03/01/2025 01:00

@Mounjaropen skin question! I currently use no 7 Lift and Laminate serum morning and evening, but it contains vitamin C, retinol and hyaluronic acid. My day cream also contains hyaluronic acid. I reckon I shouldn't be using this at the same time as I apply the Pixi Glow range?

IMO it is better to use specific ingredients in a single application than an all-encompassing product unless you literally have no time. Pixi acid toner would be great after cleansing and before you apply the serum and then the day cream after that. Followed by a good SPF (when I say good, I don’t mean expensive, just factor 30-50 that can be worn under makeup if you wear it ). If you are using a pixi Vit c product it is a bit of a waste adding the serum on afterwards. In that situation, and When you’ve used your No7 up (which is a decent product but won’t have either Vit C or Vit A (retinol) in any meaningful quantities then replace the treat or serum step where you are using the no7 with either of those products to brighten/reduce fine lines. For the P/m choose a soothing hydrating moisturiser to avoid compromising your skin barrier after vit A application. The inkey list peptide is a great product. Hyaluronic acid is a plumping agent so won’t do any harm in conjunction with a vit c.

Double cleansing after removing makeup is also a game changer to a clearer skin - I use the Inkey list oatbalm as a first step then a creamy cleaner as the second. The daily wear of SPF over the past 5/6 years has also been a massive benefit in my case.

once a week I do a resurfacing mask/exfoliant - the Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% is a good one (£8 or so) but is quite strong. Followed by a hydration product such as La Roche Posay cicaplast repairsbalm or similar very hydrating product. I also apply a fake tan once a week (it makes me look slimmer in my head 😂) I use St Tropez express bronzing mousse that works in as little as an hour - max colour in 3 hours.

In terms of professional treatments I have a dermaplaning session once a month (menopause face fuzz begone!) an eyebrow tint and tidy and an eyelash tint and lift every 8 weeks so that I need minimal makeup day to day.

Disclaimer- I’m not a beautician, just someone who has had an interest in this area for a looooong time!

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Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:27

DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:22

Id really prefer they all just had transparent pricing including p&p. The monj chart is great but it's before postage and that adds a tenner onto mine. I need to switch but really dislike business models that make you do the work of finding codes and price matching. Just charge me a fair price!

I agree. I’m happy with MedExpress though and I feel happy knowing it has sent every prescription to my GP (they’re all on my notes on my NHS app) and feel confident that they send genuine product in a reliable manner so that it arrives in good condition.

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DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:29

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:27

I agree. I’m happy with MedExpress though and I feel happy knowing it has sent every prescription to my GP (they’re all on my notes on my NHS app) and feel confident that they send genuine product in a reliable manner so that it arrives in good condition.

That's good. I'm just having a moan. I really like my supplier too. They're super fast and phoned me to check my order when I accidentally put 2.5 instead of 5 last time, but the jump up to nearly £200 for 7.5 is ridiculous so going to have to switch.

Edit: they've just reduced the 7.5 but even so at £165 it's expensive.

N27 · 03/01/2025 07:34

Checking in again now that I’m home and back to normality!

1.5lb gain after my week away although also due a period so could be that. I know that’s a good result in the scheme of things but I’m still disappointed I didn’t have a miracle loss 😂

ive meal planned the full month of January so off to do a big food shop this morning and fill the freezer and cupboards and back to tracking calories today

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:39

N27 · 03/01/2025 07:34

Checking in again now that I’m home and back to normality!

1.5lb gain after my week away although also due a period so could be that. I know that’s a good result in the scheme of things but I’m still disappointed I didn’t have a miracle loss 😂

ive meal planned the full month of January so off to do a big food shop this morning and fill the freezer and cupboards and back to tracking calories today

Great result after a holiday!

I’m another lb down today despite no exercise since the 23rd Dec (due to visitors, holiday time and now a cold) which is annoying as it is likely muscle mass I’m losing. I am down by 20.8lbs since Nov 4th which I’m very happy with. I expect to gain weight next week as I get back on the treadmill and Pilates track!

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DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:40

DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:29

That's good. I'm just having a moan. I really like my supplier too. They're super fast and phoned me to check my order when I accidentally put 2.5 instead of 5 last time, but the jump up to nearly £200 for 7.5 is ridiculous so going to have to switch.

Edit: they've just reduced the 7.5 but even so at £165 it's expensive.

Edited

Sorry. Can't edit but it's £145 on their website now so this is my mea culpa for being lazy and just checking the monj list. At that price I may stick!

N27 · 03/01/2025 07:56

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 07:39

Great result after a holiday!

I’m another lb down today despite no exercise since the 23rd Dec (due to visitors, holiday time and now a cold) which is annoying as it is likely muscle mass I’m losing. I am down by 20.8lbs since Nov 4th which I’m very happy with. I expect to gain weight next week as I get back on the treadmill and Pilates track!

I think this is possibly why I’m disappointed, I know weight will go up even further when I get back into running next week!

DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:57

@n27 my smart scales can measure my fat and muscle and give me a reading of how they're going up and down. Might something like that keep you motivated?

Mounjaropen · 03/01/2025 08:06

DarkForces · 03/01/2025 07:57

@n27 my smart scales can measure my fat and muscle and give me a reading of how they're going up and down. Might something like that keep you motivated?

Possibly. Which scales did you get? I suspect that the MeThreesixty app thingy is depressingly accurate tho 38% (!) body fat WTF? 😭

off for a gossipy booze-free lunch with my besties today. Enjoying thinking about my wardrobe possibilities 🥰

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JasonTindallsTan · 03/01/2025 08:11

Woke up at 3am with a sore stomach and diarrhoea - sorry TMI. Hoping it’s not a side effect as I’ve done well to skate past any more significant ones so far. I did eat chicken yesterday that was on its use by date so perhaps more likely to be that…

DarkForces · 03/01/2025 08:12

@Mounjaropen i got these ones: https://www.argos.co.uk/product/3980990?clickPR=plp:5:12 although they immediately added in half a stone compared to my old shitty ones. At least I know where I am now!