Getting healthy with two young kids has been a difficult undertaking. Time is even more limited now, so trying to find the time to workout or cook for myself is difficult. I’ve let things go for over three years, but I finally decided enough was enough. This time, it’s not the weight that prompted me to seek out a dietitian; this time, it’s more about my mood and how I feel — which is a huge mental shift for me.
When I was trying to conceive the first time around, I learned that I had polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Not only does this condition make it difficult to conceive, it makes it really hard to lose weight. At this point, I was prescribed Metformin to lose weight and then used fertility medication to help conceive my daughter.
When she was 18 months old, I started eating a low-carb diet
I knew I needed to make a change
Even though this has cost us money, I’m on the path to becoming a better mom. A mom who has the energy to do things. A mom who can deal with stress. A mom who no longer yells. I want to be that mom, and keeping my mood stable is going to get me there.
I hope my kids see that this experience is helping all of us. They will miss making as many treats, but it’s for everyone’s well-being. Losing weight and feeling more comfortable in my body would be a bonus, but I really just want to feel better. I want a clear head, so I can tackle everything I need to do with energy. I want to be the mom who has dance parties with her kids again. I want the fun back, and this is going to help me get there.
