New here and looking for support.

I had my RNY April 2009. My highest  weight was 287.  My lowest weight was 155, almost reached goal weight of 140.  My current weight is 178lbs.  I'm glad I found this group for support.  I'm needing to get back on track so I don't continue to gain weight.  I want to lose and finally reach my goal weight of 140.  I've had 2 baby boys which have made my weight gain and weight loss struggles.  First son was born in 2012 and my second was May 2014.  I've also just quit breastfeeding, of course I instantly gained 10 lbs :(    I know what I have been doing wrong for me to not lose but gain as of now.  I felt like a failure but overall in actuality I'm only up 23 lbs total but I never did reach goal weight.  I know if I get back on track with everything I learned from the start I can lose and finally reach goal weight. 

I'm glad that you're a BOTTer so we can support you.  

First, you are NOT a failure.  Unfortunately, regain is a common issue.  I've regained twice!  The good news is that you can lose regain.  Check out the article on 16 Ways To Get Back On Track.

You can do this!

Welcome Crystaldawn307!

Congrats on being a mama! Awesome, my boys were 1995 and 1997. Makes me a little nostalgic.

You are not a failure, this is a journey, and dang! Maintenance is no joke! Learning process, ongoing for me.

I regained 32 pounds all on my own, but I have lost 14 so far. Slow going, but moving forward.

Support really does make a difference. I definitely feel less alone know others can understand and relate to what I am going through.

You are not alone. Big hugs. I am in the same regain boat, only more regain. Im praying for you, me, and everyone else struggling.

By now means are you a failure!!  Good for you for recognizing the regain, and taking action before you gain more weight.  Sadly, there are many people *****gain all their weight.

I haven't reached goal yet, and I am struggling.  But I will not give up.  It's a battle we have to keep fighting - and really, if we're honest with ourselves our plans are "doable" -- we've just got to get ourselves into the right mindset again.

Congratulations on your babies!!  And welcome back here!

Mary