Wed, Mar-25-09, 08:19
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Senior Member
Posts: 8,750
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Plan: Atkins Induction
Stats: 170/166.5/150
BF:
Progress: 18%
Location: Western Illinois
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Congratulations on your new baby!!
It hasn't been that long since you gave birth and I've read that it can take 6 months to a year for your hormones and body to really get back to normal (longer if you're breastfeeding). My guess is that your hormones are still out of whack and that can make a huge difference when it comes to losing weight. Just be patient with your body and stay on plan. I'm sure it is incredibly frustrating, but just look at your precious little baby and I'm sure you'll feel better.
Now... A few other things to check out as well. What version of Atkins did you do before? The 70's version, 2002 or the "new" version? Are you doing the same version this time? I know a lot of people that do the new version don't have much luck on it because it is so much more lax than the others. I LOVE the 2002 version, and that's what I stick to when I'm doing Induction. Are you writing down everything that you eat? You may be eating more carbs than you realize, especially if you use things like Splenda daily. Are you drinking alcohol? Are you getting enough water?? Do you exercise? Did you keep a journal the last time you did Induction? If so, I'd suggest copying your menu's food for food and see if you don't see the same results.
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