Starting Medi Weightloss Tomorrow ... And Feeling Kinda Sad

[grlpisces]

Greetings, Everyone -

I visited the Medi Weightloss clinic earlier today, talked with the doctor, got my shots, got my prescription meds and vitamins ... and I start tomorrow.

I actually feel a little sad about this.

I feel sad because I am not going to have birthday cake for my birthday this Saturday. I feel sad because I am giving up the very foods that I feel are contributing to my weight gain. I feel sad because I believe this is my one last attempt before I start researching surgery, and I don't really want surgery.

DH and I had a baby 7 months ago. We were pregnant with boy / girl twins and at 32 weeks, the doctor could not detect the boy's heartbeat. The girl was forced to be born via C-section 8 weeks early and spent 4 weeks in NICU. She is doing REALLY great now, but I am still saddened and emotional by the event. I started crying at the office today with the doctor when she started to ask questions about my pregnancy and whether I'm ready to pursue this. I responded that I am, because I needed to do this for myself and I needed to be healthy for my daughter.

*sigh*
I will probably need a lot of support and I'm pretty certain I came to the right place

Thanks for listening.

[Swrach]

DH and I had a baby 7 months ago. We were pregnant with boy / girl twins and at 32 weeks, the doctor could not detect the boy's heartbeat. The girl was forced to be born via C-section 8 weeks early and spent 4 weeks in NICU. She is doing REALLY great now, but I am still saddened and emotional by the event. I started crying at the office today with the doctor when she started to ask questions about my pregnancy and whether I'm ready to pursue this. I responded that I am, because I needed to do this for myself and I needed to be healthy for my daughter.

*sigh*
I will probably need a lot of support and I'm pretty certain I came to the right place

Thanks for listening.[/QUOTE]

Don't feel sad-- feel great that you care enough about yourself and your daughter to do somethign that will make you healthy and happy!!! I have been in very similar shoes, i lost 3 babies in between my kids births and spent years drowning my sorrows in food and becoming obese... but this works, and i'm on my way to much smaller jeans!!!!!! I don't feel bad, i feel great!!! when i get sad i look at my beautiful kids and realize that this keeps me alive for them-- It will keep you alive for your daughter and your fabulous hubby--and if you need a reminder as to why you are here and why this is great for you, just ask, i'm sure we'll all be willing to give you one!!! Congrats on starting!!!!

[mathteacher]

Originally Posted by grlpisces

Greetings, Everyone -

I visited the Medi Weightloss clinic earlier today, talked with the doctor, got my shots, got my prescription meds and vitamins ... and I start tomorrow.

I actually feel a little sad about this.

I feel sad because I am not going to have birthday cake for my birthday this Saturday. I feel sad because I am giving up the very foods that I feel are contributing to my weight gain. I feel sad because I believe this is my one last attempt before I start researching surgery, and I don't really want surgery.

DH and I had a baby 7 months ago. We were pregnant with boy / girl twins and at 32 weeks, the doctor could not detect the boy's heartbeat. The girl was forced to be born via C-section 8 weeks early and spent 4 weeks in NICU. She is doing REALLY great now, but I am still saddened and emotional by the event. I started crying at the office today with the doctor when she started to ask questions about my pregnancy and whether I'm ready to pursue this. I responded that I am, because I needed to do this for myself and I needed to be healthy for my daughter.

*sigh*
I will probably need a lot of support and I'm pretty certain I came to the right place

Thanks for listening.

I have been on Medi for 4 1/2 weeks and tomorrow is my birthday. I can actually say I am looking forward to not having birthday cake even though I was told to treat myself. I have lost 18 pounds so far. I am 100 percent for doing this for your daughter. I have two boys and they are the reason I am working to become a healthier. I feel so much better than I did 4 1/2 weeks ago. The group on this sight is great.

[McBoo]

grlpisces,



You have come to the right place for support with the medi weightloss plan. Everyone here is happy to share our experiences with the plan to help you become a healthier person.

Good luck.

Tomorrow is the first day on a journey that will give you more energy and confidence.

McBoo

[SDC2]

Originally Posted by grlpisces

Greetings, Everyone -

I visited the Medi Weightloss clinic earlier today, talked with the doctor, got my shots, got my prescription meds and vitamins ... and I start tomorrow.

I actually feel a little sad about this.

I feel sad because I am not going to have birthday cake for my birthday this Saturday. I feel sad because I am giving up the very foods that I feel are contributing to my weight gain. I feel sad because I believe this is my one last attempt before I start researching surgery, and I don't really want surgery.

DH and I had a baby 7 months ago. We were pregnant with boy / girl twins and at 32 weeks, the doctor could not detect the boy's heartbeat. The girl was forced to be born via C-section 8 weeks early and spent 4 weeks in NICU. She is doing REALLY great now, but I am still saddened and emotional by the event. I started crying at the office today with the doctor when she started to ask questions about my pregnancy and whether I'm ready to pursue this. I responded that I am, because I needed to do this for myself and I needed to be healthy for my daughter.

*sigh*
I will probably need a lot of support and I'm pretty certain I came to the right place

Thanks for listening.

I started Medi a week before Thanksgiving and stuck to it all through the holidays. It was the best decision I ever made. Instead of gaining the average 7-9 pounds over the holidays I lost 25 pounds in the first month, 10 pounds in the first week. It felt so good to be in control and the 25 pounds meant so much more to me than cookies, cake or ice cream could ever taste. I am now 43 pounds lighter and I feel fabulous. I don't miss the junk and feel like I'm tasting the real flavors in food for the first time. I make a lot of the recipes in the recipe thread and I can honestly say I don't feel the least bit deprived. Please read the newbie thread as there are a lot of helpful tips. Once you see the weight start to drop you will no longer feel sad. You are worth it and you and your daughter deserve a healthy long active life.

Susie

[amychristine72]

you have come to the right place! thank you for sharing your story! We see a lot of communication between our clients in the waiting rooms this has prompted us to start message boards in the rooms to swap tips, recipes, and encouragement. I have posted this site on a board due to everyone's positive feed back and great suggestions! Thank you

[southernyankee]

I just signed on to this web site and found your message. I have been on Medi weight loss for 5 weeks and I am happily surprised every week I get weighed. It has been a very positive experience for me and I am sure you will find the same. You go girl!

[Lorieloo]

i just started medi yesterday and I'm sad that I can't have cake for my birthday tomorrow. I'm sad because i can't control myself when it comes to food. I'm sad that I'm not "normal" and can't eat that stupid piece of cake without going crazy.

I don't feel all that great today- kind of weak + spacey......BUT!!!! I feel good that I am taking control. I hope that food will become something that I can enjoy AND control......

anyhoo- you're not alone, sister!!!! we can do it!!!!!

Congrats on your beautiful daughter...she deserves a healthy mom & so does my daughter!!!

[SDC2]

Originally Posted by Lorieloo

i just started medi yesterday and I'm sad that I can't have cake for my birthday tomorrow. I'm sad because i can't control myself when it comes to food. I'm sad that I'm not "normal" and can't eat that stupid piece of cake without going crazy.

I don't feel all that great today- kind of weak + spacey......BUT!!!! I feel good that I am taking control. I hope that food will become something that I can enjoy AND control......

anyhoo- you're not alone, sister!!!! we can do it!!!!!

Congrats on your beautiful daughter...she deserves a healthy mom & so does my daughter!!!

Don't be sad. Once you complete week 1 there are all sorts of yummy things you can have. You just have to plan, find the ingredients and be adventureous. In the recipe thread, Medi Weight Loss Recipes, there are recipes for pancakes, cheesecake, lasagna, quesadillas, pizza,... and the list goes on. My whole family is eating this way (since I'm the one who prepares the food) and they are loving it. My husband has lost 10 pounds and has complimented me on just about everything I've made. Hang in there. You will do great.

Susie

[Ash347]

hello there.. i was here a few weeks ago and still havent been medi yet.. i had my appt made but got stuck in a diff city with car trouble! I am making my appt tommorow Im really nervous yet excited and ready to lose some weight. I do really enjoy cooking though and i am hoping i can still enjoy cooking while following the plan.. are there any cooking lovers on here that can maybe give me some advice?
Thanks!!
Ashley

[Jackie0180]

Originally Posted by SDC2

Don't be sad. Once you complete week 1 there are all sorts of yummy things you can have. You just have to plan, find the ingredients and be adventureous. In the recipe thread, Medi Weight Loss Recipes, there are recipes for pancakes, cheesecake, lasagna, quesadillas, pizza,... and the list goes on. My whole family is eating this way (since I'm the one who prepares the food) and they are loving it. My husband has lost 10 pounds and has complimented me on just about everything I've made. Hang in there. You will do great.

Susie

hehe today begins day six...i am so looking forward to those recipes after this week!! almost as much as getting on that scale tomorrow morning!!

[Lorieloo]

Good Luck Jackie!!! I'm excited to see how you did!