After a Rough Weekend..

[rachmaulieu]

Tuesday marks the start of my third week and up until Sunday eveything was going perfectly. My daughter is two years old and on Friday night my husband went into check on her and noticed she was wheezing in her sleep so we immediatly called our physician and he instructed for us to bring her in immediatly to the hospital. She was born premature and her lungs were not fully developed at birth so this had everyone in a panic. It is Monday night and with the help of God we are just now getting home with a healhy baby. I had to put my diet on the back burner all weekend.. Saturday I had no appetite what so ever and food was the last thing on my*mind but I ate a salad from the hospital cafeteria to get something in my stomach. Sunday I had a biscotti and *a few bites of a chicken panini, mostly just picked the chicken off and ate that in an attempt to salvage what I could of my diet. Then today I had the worst pain in my gut from eating nothing all weekend, I was exhausted and anxious so I ate a boiled egg and was still in a lot of pain so for lunch I ate a huge sandwich and a salad for dinner. All my focus was on my daughter and none on my diet. I feel guilty that I was unable to stick to it but tomorrow morning I'm going right back to my plan. There is nothing more important to me than my child and I just couldnt concentrate on myself these past few days but my question is how badly does everyone think this will affect my progress? I could tell I was losing weight these past two weeks so I hate to think I botched that. My plan is to get sleep finally and then start back up whenever I wake up tomorrow. Any thoughts or suggestions? I hope I don't get the boot, I would be devistated. Thank you!
-Rachel*

[mamaduckling]

Rachel,

Take a DEEP breath! Your daughter should be your concern and now you can move past that and back to your goal. You're not going to get the boot! There are some times when we have to make some choices, but I think that since you are willing to jump right back into your plan, it shows a dedication to succeed. Do NOT beat yourself up over what was thrown your way. You have recognized what you need to do and you have the drive to do it. Hang in there and continue on your path. I can tell that you want this!

[mommabear]

Glad to hear your daughter is home and well! Two things:

1. Don't beat yourself up for what happened. You did the best you could given the situation.
2. Learn from this experience.

Hang in there you will be just fine!

[Key]

Hi Rachel,

You did the right thing given your circumstance. Jump back on board and you'll be fine... if your 4th week weigh-in is not as good as you hoped for because of this, just know that your 8 week weigh in will be incredible. You can do this. We're here to help you.

[nab]

Hi Rachel,
I am glad your daughter is better. I have never posted anything before, but I felt like I had to respond to you because I totally understand. I have 3 kids-5,3 1/2, and 5 months. Since my first kid I have always been the last on the list when it comes to needs. I am ok with this because my children and my husband are everything to me. I know that is partly why I am overweight and on this diet. I know this is how it will be for a while, but I wouldn't trade my kids for anything. I have had "bad" days or weekends, but I have learned to prepare for situations that may occur. I usually keep chicken that I have already weighed and grilled in the fridge (2-3 pieces). That way I can grab things and go. Also I keep TONs of apples and crackers around. They are easy to eat in the car! I am ending my 5th week, so I am not too far ahead of you. Your deviation will not hurt your diet. I have had a really hard time not eating "forbidden" items. I could have lost more, but I have lost 19.5 so far. So don't beat yourself up. And keep reading the postings on here. They have helped me a lot. It's nice to see other people having the same struggles as you!
Take Care,
Natalie

[rachmaulieu]

Ahh thanks ladies! I was in panic mode but I got some sleep and started right back up today and I feel great! Thanks again for all the advice and encouragement- it really means a lot to me!
-Rachel