4realwoman:


@Fvine i miss you sis..

Miss you too my slim sexy pretty Sis. Still working towards getting that your slim body *winks* loving where I currently am though. I see myself in the mirror sometimes and can't believe it's me in the lovely body. Its just my tummy still showing itself anyhow. I don't tell am since make e carry belle and big well well E no gree, I say ok make e flat still e no gree. I do know that one day God will make it comply and it shall carry the babies it was designed to carry from the day I was formed in the womb, Amen.

May God bless me, you and all here, Amen

@ all who have gotten their bfp's, may God make it easy for you, grant you a h &h pregnancy, childbirth and a happy child(ren) that will forever make you proud, Amen.

Omoyeni3601:
Fvine , just checking up on you

Thanks Sis. I appreciate. Am good. God bless.

Loisemm:
knock ... knock ...
pls I seek Fvine.
Just came to say hello and check up on you, Sis. Take care

Runs in. Ayam here, Ayam here. xoxo my darling Sis. I appreciate your asking after me. I haven't come into Nairaland for a long while now, but am doing great. 1st Oct was my Anniversary and guess what? it was the 1st happy and fun anniversary we're having since we got married. TTC has always been at the centre of the past Anniversaries. Either running tests or having a Drs appointment or just thinking. But because am no longer actively ttc, both of us didn't even remember ttc and just had a blast. I even got breakfast in bed and hubby gave me a bath afterwards, he hasn't given me a bath in a long time and I just felt loved and like a child again without any worries. We prayed and thanked God for his mercies and all he has done for us. Still not actively trying.

May God bless you and everyother Mum and Dad here, Amen. You all are always in my prayers.

Deogratia:
God unto you alone we trust our faith and hope that one day you will remember us. I am full of tears now, i said before that i don't know how to write or post a comment because of what am passing through. My 4yrs and 6mnths of marriage, ttc with numerous ups and down, hubby with low sperm count not more than 4ml since. I am depressed now since yesterday, praying that this should be that i am dreaming, i don't know what to do now. Went to hospital yesterday cos my af was late with 2wks only for it to come with heavy flow no cramp, getting to hospital did scan and shows that fibroid and cyst has joined in. The doctor said the only remedy is surgery which i know but my fear is where do i get a good surgeon in Lagos since am ttc. Pls help a sister

Cc: Sugah, fvine and all other that have undergone fibroid surgery.

Sugah congratulations on the arrival of your Prince, may he be a source of joy for your entire family. pls i would like to pm you but i dnt knw how to do that. pls can you send a mail to ........@yahoo.com

Sorry Sis. My surgery was in Anambra State. @ Sugah and @ Redeemed had theirs in Lagos. I'll call their attention to your post or just ask them the names of the Hospital and let you know. I just can't remember now. Take Care.

jumietop:
Has any one heard about Trucare fertility clinic in VI? I heard they are the best

No comment. I just dey waka pass.

But please carry this your kwenshion go IVF/IUI thread the same way you posted on the TTC thread. Yes lots of women!en here are TTC but here we focus on weight loss and weight gain and not TTC. Abeg don't come and push me out of Nairaland completely as I don exit the TTC thread to have my sanity with this thread helping me a lot with that. Tankio! Don't Menshion.

momoftheyear16:
A beautiful day to you all.

I am glad to discover this thread after I struggled to put on a size 12 gown. I have been in self denial but no more. I need to lose weight.

Currently,
Height - 1.72m
Weight - 76kg
Target weight - 65kg or a size 10
BMI - 25(last I checked)

I'm open to suggestions. I used to be constipated all the time. I would not go for days(14days was my highest record) but since I started taking DIM plus, I go every morning.
I have tried:
Lemon & ginger - But lemon is now very expensive in my area so opted for lemon & ginger tea...Anyway, I didn't lose anything.
ACV - First thing every morning....no change...suffered bloating instead.
Cucumber juice - I now throw up(sorry tmi) at the thought of it.
I think my biggest issue is FOOD. I love to eat everything . But since last month, I eat just b/fast and moderate lunch then taste DHs food at night...all before 7pm. I also juice cucumber & dates...taste better. First thing every morning.

Can't wait to start a new plan this month. I must shed 10kg.

Dates + Cucumber = Weight Gain. It's actually a weight gain solution Tested and trusted. At least you know good is your problem so watch watch you eat. Do away with Sugar and refined Carbs. Good luck.

ozycy:

You are so right. The posting actually makes one to be on track. Nobody wants to give a bad report . But when not posting, we just cheat.
Wetin I chop today again sef. #thinking#
Morning lipton tea and cabin biscuit
Afternoon boiled yam and tomato stew
Evening long walk
Night: small golden morn with milk.

Fvine does the boiled groundnut aid weight gain? I eat it a lot these days.

No it doesn't. It's healthier than the roasted one. Moderation is key though.

MariaBouli:


Hey @fvine,

Apart from these things maybe you could also try some more natural remedies like Phytoestrogenic herbs (such as black cohosh) or Non-estrogenic herbs (such as Macafem). Another advice that they also give to balance out your hormones is to change your lifestyle (exercises,healthy eating etc.)

Also, are you on a hormone therapy? If you are maybe you can consider changing it a bit

Thanks but am no longer actively TTC (I shared this on the TTC thread) so no drugs or hormones or just whatever. However I have just lost a good amount of weight, eating Zero Carbs which helps manage PCOS and just enjoying my life.

MariaBouli:


Hey @fvine,

Apart from these things maybe you could also try some more natural remedies like Phytoestrogenic herbs (such as black cohosh) or Non-estrogenic herbs (such as Macafem). Another advice that they also give to balance out your hormones is to change your lifestyle (exercises,healthy eating etc.)

Also, are you on a hormone therapy? If you are maybe you can consider changing it a bit

Thanks but am no longer actively TTC (I shred this on the TTC thread) so no drugs or hormones or just whatever. However I have just lost a good amount of weight, eating Zero Carbs which helps manage PCOS and just enjoying my life.

So am done with my Master Cleanse which lasted for 12days before my supporters (Hubby & Training Teamies @ work) turned to detractors and withdrew their support.

I decided to add Exercise to my lifestyle but hold up, its just for 30 days , Exercise is just not for me except if its dancing or walking or the unstructured forms of exercise.

So I started this 30day Squat Challenge, 30 Days Abs Challenge, Exercise to Banish love Handles. I also have gone back to my Sweet Sweet Way of Eating / Way of Living which is Zero Carbs (Carnivore). I love being a Carnivore. No weight gain at least and I get to enjoy all the Meat, Fish, Fatty Suya, just wateva, in so far its an animal and edible then why not.

Breakfast - I didn't have breakfast but I sha licked about 20gm of Butter and a few pieces of boiled G.Nuts . The cold butter was calling my name. Thank goodness, its Carnivore approved. But the G.nuts, Noooo. Against the Carnivore Lifestyle but its my weakness.

Lunch: Fried 1/4 Chicken. Planned on 2 Chicken Quarters but I was too full after the 1st and decided to eat the 2nd for Dinner

Dinner: 1/4 Chicken and maybe 3 small pieces of fried Ram Meat.

ozycy:
I can comfortably wear my size 6, 8 dresses. Dunno if na UK Abi US. These dresses became almost impossible to zip up but now I fit into them perfectly except for my protruding belle.

Today's food

Morning pop corn. Longer longer
4pm: small rice plus salad
Night: small rice plus salad.

Wow! Welldone. I throw way salute for you. So what's your goal? and what's your height?

ozycy:
Hahhhha, just normal post partum belt.

ok. thanks for responding

An update on my journey:
Height: 5ft 7in
At my heaviest last year 2015 I weighed : 94kg
At my lightest in Feb 2016, 1 month after Open Myomectomy: 77kg
Went up to : 86kg as at August due to not so healthy eating and Fertility drugs
Today 18th Sept 2016: 78.5kg and a Size 12/10. The journey continues.
1st Goal Weight: 77kg or Size 10 whichever that comes first.
Next Goal Weight: 75kg or Size 10 whichever that comes first
3rd Goal Weight : 70kg or Size 10 whichever that comes first.
Final & Main Goal : UK Size 10 which is US Size 6 and a Size S.

Body measurements are a more ideal way of checking compared to weight/scale which is why am more focused on Dress Size than weight. I got into a GAP Jean Size 10A which is the only Size 10 cloth I have currently but don't know if na UK size 10 or US Size 10 be dat. Was supposed to go buy UK Size 10 Jean yesterday as a form of measurement but life happened. Hopefully next weekend and I fit into it perfectly.

The Ministry is Moving! Keep Walking Slow and Steady and you'll definitely reach your destination. I must be Healthy and Sexy! Gbam!

Zheemub:
Glad to be here.
But am breastfeeding, can I start weight loss programme.?
Am weighing 98kg at d moment and will like to loose about 25kg.
Thanks

Yes you can but nothing drastic so that your baby gets full nutrition. My suggestion will be healthy eating, lots of water and Aerobic exercises like walking, jogging, dancing and other whole body movements. Also do portion control while eating healthy. Try to eliminate refined sugar from all you eat. With these, you'll definitely record some good changes. Take care of you, baby, hubby and your family.

ozycy:
Am here too. I ve been mis eating anyhow somedays courtesy hubby.
Am loosing weight shaa. Just my tummy. The tummy have refused to go inside permanently. Even after using tommy belt and achieving flat tommy, the moment I rove it and after some days, the tummy becomes big again even dou not as big as before.
What do I do about this stubborn tummy fat. I just love flat tummy.

Please which one is tummy belt? Is it the electric type that vibrates? If that's it, didn't know that thing works oh! Abeg make I go bring my own out from Wardrobe dust am Bought it years ago when it was the rave, used it somehow somehow, felt it wasn't working and just dumped it. Please confirm. I need flat tummy like kilode. I've lost enough weight but my tummy still dey show himself. Lol

fruitfulvine:
Hi all, where is everyone

Right here now People pop in once in a while. Howdy?

Ad30:
Hello Ynnk I love your work. With the can ban on purchasing things on amazon how else can I get the loom knit. Please can I have your email address I have a lot of questions to ask concerning your work. Thanks a lot.

If you're in Lagos, Check " Crafties Hobby Crafts " they're a very big store on all kinds of craft materials, they have different types of looms, that's where I also bought my big size crotchet hooks.

Crafties Ikeja
Shop 1, Adebowale Shopping Complex
53 Isaac John Street, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos
01-2700877, 01-894148, 08033104855

Crafties Victoria Island Lagos
Shop 1, Sweet Sixteen The Plaza,
233A Ademola Odeku Street, VI, Lagos
01-2708147, 01-7306929, 07034213673

Crafties Ijaiye / Ogba Lagos
Suite 40, 1st Floor Ogba Shopping Arcade
Ijaiye Road, opposite TFC, Ogba - Lagos
07035694145

kingsmama:


Thanks mama. I have used Sunlife brand before too but I think the plantation brand quality is better and superior. I also read that liquids are best stored in glass containers instead of plastics.Try it next time pls

Here is the link to the massage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZeYbLRzo80 . I followed the instruction to the latter. I massage each time for 15-20mins with the N430 castor oil

Check out other videos by Heidi Brockmyre. I think she's very good and knowledgeable abt this.

Alright Thanks. I'll check out the video later in the evening. Am only using the BSM for Master Cleanse so I may not be needing it again in a long while to come I hope. but your advice is noted and appreciated.

kingsmama:
Hi all. I'm just gonna Skip the days I been MIA and log my meals starting from yesterday.

Morning: Fresh fruit salad
Snacked on shelled peanut
Afternoon: salad tuna.
Evening : mixed veg salad.
Night: 2 boiled eggs, 1 round fish and indomie
Couldn't resist indomie yesterday joor

Note: I have dropped from a regular size 14 to 12 yay! So loving this. Had abt 3-4 bowel movement yesterday cos of the fruits I ate

Well done. Welcome to Size 12. I know the feeling. I got into a perfect Size 12 Jean on Saturday and boy was I happy? very very. Next and final target now is a Size 10 God willing. My weight loss Ministry is moving!

kingsmama:


Oh been MIA! Hello mamas, how are u all doing?
Travelled and had limited access to internet. Glad to be here now.
Fvine, so sorry and hope this ain't too late. I'm in Lagos. Bought plantation brand of BSM (16oz glass bottle) bought online at 6k or 7k. Pls check Jumia market and konga. I will send a link of the video I used for the castor oil massage soon.

Welcome back!.

Thanks for the response. I finally bought from a vendor that advertised on this thread and the TTC thread. The Brand name is HealthSunLife. Its a 1000ml bottle which he sold for N4,500 and delivery fee of N300. Thanks for sharing.

Omoyeni3601:
Fvine , abeg get through to me , with this gmail Omoyeni3601@gmail.com

Alright Sis. I've been waiting to see the PM. I'll send you an email right away.

phelgmatic:
FruitfulRay, Child260. orney twinmummy2 Fvine and Loisemm thanks mamas and amen to your prayers.

Loisemm you dey mind the silly af. It ruined my day yesterday with menstrual pain but I give God all the glory. I heard injections are better. Will follow suit soon sef.

Mamas abeg make una no mind my silly question.. I no sabi materials at all. Please someone should give me an example of cotton panties. As suggested here, I need to change to cotton panties to combat infection. I want to know if that's what I have. I manage to know silk and all these Nigerian materials and lace. I be wan post picture of my panta for here but people fit vex and nowhere to put viewers discretion. TIA

Cotton is absorbent while the other regular panties materials aren't
Cotton panties mostly have the texture of those adult male white singlets also the texture of regular Polo tops

These are the description that comes to mind. Hope it helps.

Loisemm:
Pls o, I have a question. Dh & I have concluded that we will see a gynae by month end. But b4 then, we want to do infection treatment using injection method. Not the tablets route cos we want a quick n easy way. Dh can fear drugs eh. And he studied all these drugs & chemicals o in sch.

My question is- is this injection method not better n more effective?
I ask cos mamas have not mentioned it here to my hearing. Unlike the tablets route that we all talk about.
Thanks.
cc: Fvine
Sugah
Legendsmother
or any other sabi mama

I cant say one method is better than the other but My Dr's protocol for infection is Injection for 21 days. Taking Intravenously though.

phelgmatic:
So af decided to show today of all days on my hubby's birthday when I was praying for a miraculous birthday gift for him. No lele. Another opportunity to try again. Hubby will celebrate his next birthday with our twins in Jesus name. Amen. God dey!

Amen to your prayers and Happy Birthday to your DH. May God bless him plenty plenty, Amen.

suremum:

Carbogoline (dostinex) is use twice a week and not everyday. It's is well with us.

My Dostinex prescription is 0.5mg, 1 tab once a week preferably Saturdays or Sundays in case of side effects but I had no side effects though.

cc: Pweetiebabe.

Godchild2015:
@fvine evenning ma. Pls I would like to know if I can now off the test result I posted some days back? Need to be sure you re donw with helping me to interprete before taking them off.
Thanks

Am done Dear. I already commented on the tests and scans. Take care.

Omojudy:

No dinner? And five eggs a day? Cholesterol no too plenty?

I had dinner, just forgot to update. And No there's no fear of cholesterol when you're eating just Eggs without Carbohydrates. Problem is when you mix both. I am strictly on the Egg Fast which has little carbs just Protein and healthy Fats. Don't take my word for it though, do your own research on the Egg Fast Diet.

FruitfulRay:
@fvine and other sabi mamas, please help a sister out. The doctor said most pple have low progesterone but mine is high and this is what is causing the imbalance.

Am thinking of starting evening prime rose, well woman and clomid for this cycle. Any suggestion?. Thanks

High Progesterone in what phase of your cycle? Luteal or Follicular? If Luteal, then there's no imbalance anything. If Follicular then there's an imbalance which can also cause you to be having a short Luteal Phase. I'll suggest Vit B6. Vit B6 balances out hormones. Evening Primrose also balances out hormones but you have to be careful to stop taking it immediately after Ovulation because it can lead to Uterine Contractions.

phelgmatic:

Thanks mama. My lemons are still green in colour. I don't know if I should use them like that.

Yes go ahead. Some species don't turn yellow like the others (foreign ones).

phelgmatic:
I no see the attached pic o

Sorry. Here goes.

@ kingsmama, are you in Nigeria? what brand of BSM are you using? Is it any good and what does it taste like? Whats the quantity and price? I found one and planning to buy today. So just curious to know. TIA

Current Size - Size 12
Target Size - Size 10
Target Date - On or before 30th September 2016.
Weight Loss Methods: Several to be adopted as the Spirit Leads

5th Sept 2016 Egg Fast Day 1

Breakfast: 2 Boiled Eggs, 2 Tablespoons of Coconut Oil.
Lunch: 3 Eggs fried in 3 Tablespoons of Butter
Dinner:
Snack: Mentos Sugar Free Gum and Half Bottle of Pepsi Light (Diet Pepsi/Sugar Free Pepsi)