Feeling a bit down...

[beckyex]

Mainly about weight gain. The week before i started on insulin i was 1lb away from my goal weight at weightwatchers. Five weeks later and I've gained 12lbs
The dietician did advise that I would experience some weight gain mainly due to the fact that when my diabetes was out of control I was losing weight mostly in fluid and when I stopped weeing everything out I would put that weight back on. But it took me so long to lose 3 stone I don't want to go back there. First day since diagnosis 2 and a half years ago that my diabetes has reduced me to tears. Pesky diabetes.

 

[Northerner]

Sorry to hear you are feeling down Becky It can be a bit of a battle, but I am sure that your determination will pull you through to achieve your goal. Now the weight you lose will be healthy, and not because your blood sugar levels were responsible 🙂 How about joining in with the Weight Loss Group for lots of encouragement? I find that exercise is the best way for me to keep the weight under control - how about setting yourself a goal to help motivate you?

 

[slipper]

Hope you feel better soon Becky. It seems a bit unfair that you are gaining after doing so well. I cant comment on the insulin but just wish you luck and hope it all settles down for you.

 

[Newtothis]

Mainly about weight gain. The week before i started on insulin i was 1lb away from my goal weight at weightwatchers. Five weeks later and I've gained 12lbs
The dietician did advise that I would experience some weight gain mainly due to the fact that when my diabetes was out of control I was losing weight mostly in fluid and when I stopped weeing everything out I would put that weight back on. But it took me so long to lose 3 stone I don't want to go back there. First day since diagnosis 2 and a half years ago that my diabetes has reduced me to tears. Pesky diabetes.

You have done brilliant to lose so much weight and should be proud of yourself; putting some weight back on due to insulin shouldn't be seen as a step-backwards. Just take a deep breath and reassure yourself that you're going to continue with the weight watchers and beat that 1 stone down.... You've proved it can be done so just see it as a set-back which won't stop the good work you've done to date. Sending you a hug {} Amanda x 🙂

 

[beckyex]

Thank you for your support x
🙂

 

[hyper-Suze]

Mainly about weight gain. The week before i started on insulin i was 1lb away from my goal weight at weightwatchers. Five weeks later and I've gained 12lbs
The dietician did advise that I would experience some weight gain mainly due to the fact that when my diabetes was out of control I was losing weight mostly in fluid and when I stopped weeing everything out I would put that weight back on. But it took me so long to lose 3 stone I don't want to go back there. First day since diagnosis 2 and a half years ago that my diabetes has reduced me to tears. Pesky diabetes.

Heya Becky,
I can totally relate to your post. I too have struggled with my weight since school and loved that I was losing weight pre diagnosis, but as Alan said, it was the unhealthy way. I was naughty at times and reverted back to no insulin but by no means was that a solution, 11years down the line and I have had DKA more times than you can count, always felt crappy, non stop infections and now stuck with complications.
I did DAFNE this year and since then I have piled on 2-3stone which makes me really really unhappy. No words can describe my unhappiness but I know I can't return to the way I used to lose weight, it simply isn;t an option. I know I'll have to do it the hard way life sucks, we then get lumbered with diabetes! Being a normal size/weight is what helps make me fit in with my friends especially as I am the only one with a long term illness, I stick out already, I don't want to be anymore of a mis-fit.

I hope you get to figure this one out, I think it is determination, good support systems(the last thing you need is to be surrounded by bad influences or 'feeders') and a plan, a way to lose weight-exercise, diet etc

Good luck and don't forget to use this forum to vent as much as you want or need!

 

[Newtothis]

Thank you for your support x
🙂

I'm losing weight; I've lost 2 stone already with another 1 to go and I know this stone is going to be the hardest; and I may even put some on before I lose more. Good luck and let me know how you get on. Amanda x 🙂

 

[beckyex]

My husband is so supportive and tries to help as best he can, but weight has never been an issue for him. He is a slim, fit and healthy marathon runner!! As a result I think he finds it difficult to relate and understand. He told me to talk to you lot about it to see if that might help - love him!

 

[Katieb]

Hi Becky. So sorry to hear you are feeling low. I can only agree with Amanda and say you have done so fantastically well, and you can do it again! Join the weight loss group - I did - so that you can share the ups and downs with people who know and care. I have another stone and a half to go after losing 2 stones already, and like Amanda I know this last bit is the hardest! So well done on everything you have achieved so far and don't lose heart. You are among people who care. Lots of hugs from me too!(((()))) Katiexx

 

[Newtothis]

If you ever want to talk about your weight or want some moral support just email your questions - we all support each other; KatieB and myself are both determined to continue losing the weight but you have to do it sensibly, goal by goal, step by step.

My husband & teenage son are both tall and slim (grrrr) but its my own determination to be my ideal weight which is striving me to where I want to be. Losing weight is an individual goal. I must admit I am dreading christmas but with all things in life there will be ups and downs. Just take one day at a time and don't see each set-back as a negative but a determination to get back on track... you'll get there.....

I just wish I'd done a sponsored slim - ?1 for lb x