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20/07/17 B- Half a banana. L- Ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (part hexa) and cucumber. Skyr yogurt (1syn) Snack a jack (4.5syns) Strawberries. Ham. Plum tomatoes. Plums. D- Sausage casserole (1syn) Mash. Steam pack veggies. Snacks- Satsuma. 2 mikado (1syn) Drinks- Coke zero. Tea (part...

Annoyingly made myself a syn free nice tuna salad for lunch on Tuesday but left it at home :( Ended up going to Tesco and using syns. Also have a slightly funny tummy today- feeling bloated and uncomfy. There are a few sickness bugs going around my area so hoping I'm not catching one of those...

I was so hungry yesterday! Dont understand why but I could've eaten all day long!! 17/07/17 (green day) B- Half a banana L- Pasta in homemade tomato sauce. Coleslaw salad with free dressing. Nectarine. D- Cheat pizza (WW wrap hexb, 45g mozzarella hexa) Snacks- WW fromage frais (0.5syn)...

16/07/17 B- Half a banana. L- Marmite and 2 LC triangles on toast (hexb+2.5syns) WW fromage frais (0.5syn) Strawberries. Plum. Nectarine. Snack a jacks (4.5syns) D- Chicken in Schwartz spice. Coleslaw with beetroot and EL mayo (1syn) Potato slices (1.5syns for spray oil) Snacks- Mullerlight...

15/07/17 B- None. L- Marmite and 2 LC triangles on toast (hexb+part hexa) Melon. Strawberries. Plum. Veggie sticks and syn free hummus. WW fromage frais (0.5syn) Pink n white (2.5syns) D- Chilli (2syns for Coleman's packet mix) Potato slices (1.5syns for spray oil) Snacks- Cheetos (3.5syns)...

14/07/17 B- Half a banana. L- Fake pizza (WW wrap hexb, 45g mozzarella hexa) Seafood sticks. WE fromage frais (0.5syn) Snack a jack (4.5syns) Melon. Strawberries. Plum. D- Gammon. Beans. Grilled tomatoes. Roasted potatoes (1.5syns for spray oil) Snacks- WW fromage frais (0.5syn) Seafood sticks...

Lovely day with my boys yesterday :) Reece has been really good this week so we went to baby cinema at the showcase- Despicable me 3. I resisted the cinema snacks and had a diet coke! Then treat day McDonalds- I've never had a salad from there but it was okay. Needed more tomatoes and cucumber...

Went home with a killer headache so skipped dinner in favour of a couple of aspirin and an early night. 12/06/17 B- Apple snack pack. Plum. L- Coleslaw salad with ham, beetroot and free dressing. D- None. Snacks- Nectarine x 2. Satsuma. Plum. Overnight oats (hexb) Cheetos (3.5syns) Drinks-...

Made a slow cooker chicken and bacon stew- looks horrendous but tastes amazing!! It's from a BBC good food recipe but I omitted the cream and flour- I like a thinner consistency!! 11/07/17 B- Banana. L- Coleslaw salad with ham, beetroot and free dressing. D- Chicken and bacon stew. Snacks-...

Day off plan Friday as my bestie came round and wanted takeaway. Originally I planned to have something lowish syn from the Chinese but her8 and hubby wanted pizza... And there is nothing low syn from pizza but! 08/07/17 B- Banana. L- Coleslaw salad with ham and pickles (1syn for EL mayo)...

Made another big batch of coleslaw salad today- so much easier to eat salads when its sunny!! Am feeling dehydrated though so trying to work on my fluid intake (and not my newfound love of gin!!) 06/07/17 B- Banana. L- 2 toast (hexb) with 2 LC triangles (2.5syns) and marmite. Mango and...

05/07/17 B- Nectarine. Satsuma. L- Pesto pasta (4syns) with asparagus and green beans. WW fromage frais (0.5syn) Nectarine. Satsuma. Cherries. D- Omelette with ham and onion. Chopped salad (1syn for EL mayo) Snacks- Cheetos (3.5syns) Mini twister (2.5syns) Cherries. Strawberries. Weetabix oaty...

04/07/17 B- Half a banana. L- Coleslaw salad with ham and free dressing. Nectarine. WWfromage frais (0.5syn) D- Quorn and bean bolognese. Pasta. Asparagus and green beans. Snacks- Cherries (2punnets!!) Satsuma. Cheetos (3.5syns) Nectarine. 6 foam banana sweets (3syns) Weetabix oaty bar (hexb) 1...

Catch up- 30/06/17 B- Nothing L- Pesto pasta n sauce (part hexa for milk). Pink n white (2.5syns) WW fromage frais (0.5syn) Mango. Strawberries. Satsuma. Nectarine. D- Omelette (4syns for cheese) SW chips (1syn for spray oil) Coleslaw salad (0.5syn for EL mayo) Snacks- Special k bar (hexb)...

Fell off the wagon completely during June. Had a hen do in Malaga for my cousin and felt like a blob in my swimming cossie- then fell into a vicious cycle of eating and being depressed. Been back on it since Friday although a bit rubbish with my photo taking and updating!! Although I do have...

Sounds like my June! Fell off the wagon completely.

Weigh in this morning- STS. I'm not overly annoyed as it is that time of the month and I feel bloated! Also had to change the brand of my contraceptive pill (supplier issues with my old one or something!) so my body is adjusting to that too. Not sleeping too well at the moment either :(...

Hectic day at work today so not much snacking. Means I am a bit hungry this evening though so have some fruit whilst I'm waiting for my Tesco delivery!! Today's food (07/06/17) B- Nothing. L- Tesco spicy chicken pasta pot (2syns) Nectarine. D- Ham and cucumber sandwich (hexb+1syn for EL mayo) 2...

I was a little better prepared for work today- took fruit at least!! Once again my new team had sweets- I had a strawberry pencil and to be honest was surprised they are only 2syns! I had a sugar rush after having it!! Today's food (06/06/17) B- Plum. L- Tesco spicy chicken pasta pot (2syns)...

So my good intentions on Sunday didn't pan out... 2 slices of cake and a takeaway burger and chips... Yesterday I was unprepared for work and dinner so had to go out and grab lunch- my decisions were fine but I wanted something sweet when I got home and had a 6syn treat taking me over my...

Testing day today for SW! Going for a birthday picnic for a friend at the zoo. Obviously I am going to pack myself SW friendly food but resisting everything the others are going to offer is going to be a challenge! And cake. There is probably going to be cake (it is a birthday after all) and...

That is true- it could have the opposite affect and make indulgences worse. It's hard because most people start a new eating regime on a Monday (new week and all that!) I'm envious of your water intake- I definitely need to up mine...

Tried to make mini SW quiche today- i used cupcake cases in my bun tin and cooked for ages but they were still rrally wet in texture. They taste okay but look shocking- anyone have tips? Todays food (02/06/17) B- Half a satsuma. L- Butternut squash soup. 3 crispbread (3syns) with 1 LC triangle...

Hi Bella! Here to subscribe :) Your food sounds delicious. Hope you enjoyed your holiday- where did you go? I can see you struggle with the wine- I do too!! Have you tried having it with soda? I usually have a small/ medium in a large glass topped with soda- saves a couple of syns and because...

Day off today- tried to take it easy, as still feeling rough. I've had a headache threatening to become a migraine all day- taken some aspirin, which is keeping the edge off... Riley has been unsettled- he's fussy because he hasn't been with me for the past 3 days and it's a week since he had...

Still suffering with a silly cold- i just can't shake it!! My head is pounding and im so tired because i can barely sleep :( Met my mum after work to pick up Riley and she offered me a coffee... Im weak willed with coffee so said yes... Already used my hexa so went over syns. Oh and mangoes...

Work today but managed to make good decisions- took lunch in to stop me grabbing a meal deal from Tesco and even planned an evening meal from the freezer for when I got home at 7:45pm! Still got an awful cold and the weather has taken a cold snap again- feeling pretty lousy!! Today's food...

Feeling pretty rubbish with a cold so food has been sparce. I did some batch cooking (chilli and SW coleslaw) but also suggested a takeaway to hubby! I quickly took back my suggestion and cooked dinner though! Today's food (29/05/17) B- None L- Satsuma (and a nap!) D- 2 McCain jacket potatoes...

Today's food (28/05/17) B- None. L- Tesco pasta n sauce. WM roll with 1 LC triangle (hexb+1syn) Nectarine. Satsuma. Cucumber. Carrot. WW yogurt. Strawberries. D- Gammon. Bisto cauliflower cheese (old recipe 1.5syn) Roast tomato and red onion. Scrambled egg (1syn for spray oil) Pickled red...

Brief overview of my food/ syns for the past week! Sunday (21/05/17) Hexb- WM bread. Hexa- 3 LC triangles and milk. Syns- 2 mikado king, cheetos, 3 mini meringue, 3 asda low fat sausages, spray oil, Fibre one, 1tsp choc shot. Syn total- 14.5syns Monday (22/05/17 - green) Hexb- Oats and special...

Fell off the wagon big time but I'm ready to get back to losing these extra pounds (and stone gulp!) Had an eventful month- Riley had his first birthday and then we went to Butlins for tots week and had an awesome time! My boys were completely spoilt! Unfortunately on the way home we broke...

Congratulations on the news that you are expecting a girl! That's brilliant news :) Your pregnancy is flying past! Hope all is well at the moment and you are getting prepared for the new arrival!!

Hope you are keeping well Wolf. Cowboy hot pot (and beans!) sounds interesting:)

Yesterday's food (24/04/17) B- Nothing. L- Mugshot. Overnight oats (hexb) Apple and satsuma. Ham. D- Freezer stock chilli (3syns for Coleman packet mix) and rice. Snacks- Fab (4.5syns) 4 lindt thins (3syns) Cheetos (3.5syns) Cheesestring (part hexb) Strawberries. WW yogurt. Drinks- Tea (part...

Oops didn't update yesterday- mustn't fall into that bad habit!! Yesterday I made the fatal mistake of not writing down everything I ate and I went over syns due to a mini flake... Yesterday's food (23/04/17) B- Nothing. L- Mugshot. Banana. Ham. SW coleslaw (1.5syns for EL mayo) WW yogurt...

Today I did something I swore I would never do... I spent £3.50 on the infamous Choc Shot. Mother in law had some when we visited (also a SW-er) and I wanted to try some before purchasing because I've read mixed reviews. I liked it- but then I like really dark, bitter chocolate! If you like...

Urgh! Have the sugar withdrawl headache back! A weekend of junk is not good! Yesterday's food (21/04/17) B- Nothing. L- Bachelors deli box noodles (2syns) Special k bar (hexb) Babybel light (part hexa) Apple and melon. Ham, beetroot and tomatoes. WW yogurt. D- Fried eggs (0.5syn for spray oil)...

Oops... Completely fell off the wagon over the bank holiday weekend. Went to stay with the in-laws (who I absolutely adore!!) in the South East and we enjoyed prosecco, chocolate... Plus Tuesday was my 2 year wedding anniversary! Of course we went for a lovely lunch with wine and pudding...

Super proud of myself for yesterday- we were enjoying the sunshine in our garden and I couldn't be bothered to cook (and fancied pizza!) so I almost ordered takeaway but I didn't :) Having bulk cooking in the freezer is soooo handy! Plus we are at the in-laws from Thursday so expecting to be...

Catch up food diary time!! Thursday's food (06/04/17) B- Nothing. L- Mugshot. Special k bar (hexb). Apple and satsuma. Cheddar babybel (3.5syns). D- Pasta with ham and cheese (65g low fat cheese hexa+4syns) Snacks- Jelly (0.5syn) 10 mini marshmallows (1syn) Banana. Satsuma. Boiled eggs...

Poppet- definitely understand that things are busy! I barely have time to scratch my nose (or other extremities!!) I remember the podgy stage very well! Just remember it's not fat- it's your body making room for a baby!! Soon you will have a beautiful defined bump- as cliché as it is to say, you...

Weighed this morning and I'm at 14st4lb. Technically I'm 1lb up from 2 weeks ago (when I last braved the scales) but that was when I barely ate for a week due to extreme anxiety attacks. Still can't help feeling disappointed you my slow progress. The weight came off so my quicker the first...

Thankfully the dizziness has subsided but I'm still left with a horrid cough :( Sticking to SW though- although speed is suffering! Bought some mini carrot and potato waffles (frozen) in asda- 100g cooked weight is 4.5syns (according to syn calc) and I was surprised how many I weighed out to be...

So I'm getting sick again. Really bad cough and I'm soo dizzy... It came on quick so hoping it'll go just as quickly! In the meantime it's hopefully SW friendly comfort food. Tried one of the new summer flavour muller lights (apple and elderflower)- it's delicious! Would totally recommend...

Another family day today- we were going to the seaside but the weather was a little overcast so we went to a softplay and a browse in the toy shop (according to Reece our house isn't full up yet so we need more toys!) Of course it ended up being a glorious sunshiney day so we played in the...

Saturday was lovely sunshine in Bristol- did the food shop and then spent the afternoon at the park. Hubby went to watch his football team win their local league (he isn't playing due to injury) so I had a nice browse in the shops with the boys and waited for hubby in the pub with a lovely play...

Made a recipe from Slimming Eats on Friday for turkey and rice burrito bowls and it was delicious (I added more peppers and onions)! The best chilli/ burrito homemade seasoning mix I've tried (personally I think the one of the SW website is vile!!) Will save me some syns on the packet mixes...

Fell off the wagon yesterday- not horrifically but went way over syns! Problem was I'd arranged to meet up with my bestie for dinner at Nandos and if I have a planned cheat meal I lose all my willpower and end up eating the wrong things. Also TOTM has reared it's ugly head so I am craving...

Oops haven't updated in a few days! Wednesday I met up with a friend and her baby in Costa- I was good and just had my latte despite her insistence I joined her and had a cake!! Instead I lost a different kind of pounds in the Mothercare sale!! Also got the new variety of microwave veggies in...

Glad it's not just me Laura!! I just want quick easy meals at the moment too- and junk is far too easy to just chuck in the oven!! Lovely day with Riley yesterday- loads of playing and cuddles! He is fully cruising along the furniture now- I'm a proud momma!! Yesterday's food (28/03/17) B-...

I'm using mothers day as an excuse!! We spent the majority of the weekend at parks with my boys and had a lovely time :) When we got home (tired but happy!) I didn't feel like cooking so on Saturday I had an on plan lunch but burger and chips from the takeaway for dinner. Sunday was mothers...

Well weigh in went well- lost 6lb! Down to 14st 3lb. Not a true loss though considering I haven't been eating much so expecting a gain next week to even it out if I eat normally. Lovely day at softplay with my mummy friends yesterday- was good to vent to them and it really helped alleviate some...

Ouch! It seems like you've been having a nightmare :( Your poor daughter- that's horrible about her dog and must've been traumatic to see :(

I get my cheetos in Tesco :) I am seriously tempted to complain about him- it's the same doctor who made me feel like an over-worrying mother when I took Reece to see him once. Riley had a bad night last night- went to bed okay but woke up at 2am and just wanted to play until 4:30 when he...

Congrats on the loss!! Mmmmm pizza and beer... Let me know if you find that skinny lager and if it is any good- more of a beer drinker but I do enjoy the odd lager and blackcurrant!

OMG I am so sorry to hear your news! I am lost for words. Stay strong, be well and the best of luck. *hugs*

Argh so angry!! Hubby went to the doctor about his anxiety attack and the doctor basically poo-pooed it. Told him that he seems to have a handle on the situation and it's not disabling him so it's okay. Hubby said he looked down on him because he is a man- like men cant have mental health...

Today has been better for me- Riley had his 1 year review, which went well and it was quite reassuring to hear we are doing a good job and his night time awfulness should only be temporary if we stick to our guns (especially considering he was sleeping before) Unfortunately we are a family with...

Glad the scan went well!! Definitely hits home when you see that baby on the screen!! When's your due date?

Thanks Poppet. It was going better until bedtime tonight and Riley has been waking up every half hour so it's spiked again. It's silly but lack of sleep or expecting to not sleep is what drives me into a bad place. Even when Riley gets to sleep I stay awake for hours after because the...

Yesterday was a bad day- I had a massive anxiety attack, locked myself in the bathroom and had a massive sobbing session. When I have an attack I am physically ill- sick and get loose bowel movements (sorry TMI!) so I was a wreck. Honestly I don't think my medication is helping much anymore so...

Saturdays food (18/03/17) B- Half a satsuma. L- Multigrain ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (3syns) and cucumber. Banana. Plum. WW yogurt. Orange. Apple. Mini malteaser reindeer (3syns) D- Chicken stir fry (chicken, noodles, stir fry veggies, baby corn, soy sauce and spices, 0.5syn for...

Fridays food (17/03/17) B- Half an apple. L- Multigrain ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (part hexa) and cucumber. Ham. WW yogurt. Apple. Banana. Orange. Space raiders (3syns) 2 mikado king (2syns) D- Chilli (3syns for Colemans packet mix) and rice. Snacks- Grapes. Apple. 2 x 10 mini...

Oops a bit lacking at updating again but I have been on plan, despite my anxiety giving me insomnia and Riley being unwell and keeping me awake when my body does want to allow me to sleep!! Poor little thing is suffering badly since he's been prescribed infant gaviscon for his reflux- it's...

Starting to get a hang of this batch cooking lark! Hopefully helping any losses as well as I'm not scoffing the entire batch I make!! Feeling really lethargic and can't shake a cold at the moment so struggling emotionally- up one minute and feel like crying the next. It's draining- which then...

Today's food (14/03/17) B- Nothing. L- Multigrain ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (3syns) and cucumber. WW yogurt. Apple. Strawberries. Satsuma. 2 mikado king (2syns) Cheetos (3.5syns) D- Mushroom risotto (mushrooms, onion, stock, rice and 40g low fat cheddar- 6syns but made 3 portions...

Yesterday I had all good intentions- it was a lovely day, nice and sunny so we went to the park. Only meant to go for a couple of hours and was there for at least 5 hours! Hubby suggested we had a late lunch/ early dinner so we went to a carvery place. I avoided the chips but had a kopperberg...

Again on Sunday I was on plan. We had a day in but my anxiety was going crazy- I couldn't sit still and just felt on edge the entire day. I did a little batch cooking (made a SW quiche and 3 portions of chilli) to try and keep myself occupied but I couldn't shift it :( Sundays food (12/03/17)...

Been a good long weekend with the family but a bit hit and miss food-wise... Friday we went to the museum (Reece was so excited to see the dinosaurs but the stuffed animals were a little freaky!) We had a lunch out and I was off plan with a burger and chips. That was all I ate that day though...

Glad to hear you are feeling better and starting to enjoy food again! Wait until the craving kick in then you wong want to stop eating haha! You'll get free swimming soon once you get your maternity exemption card so that'll help. Also look into pregnancy pilates, as that really helps with a...

Weigh in this morning and another 1.5lb down :) Current weight 14st9lb

Oops! Been awol for yesterday although I was still on plan (kinda!) Prior to my wedding when I was doing SW before I used to do a lot of green days- I know SW don't acknowledge them anymore but I needed the extra coffee yesterday so I'm counting it as a rare green occasion! Over syns today but...

Had a snacky day yesterday and used all my syns. Went experimental for dinner which was a partial success. The cauliflower cheese was a pinch of nom recipe but I scaled it down for one and I think I added too much water with the stock pot as it was a little wet. Same with the slow cooker...

Officially in the second trimester at 12 weeks!! Congratulations!! The first scan is nerve wracking! I had early ones for both my boys due to complications but the dating one makes it all official!! Sending much love and non-sickness waves!!

You'll have that 1lb gain off in no time :) You sound organised and motivated for the week so I'm sure you'll smash it! The weather can't make up its mind here in Bristol- glorious sunshine one minute and pouring rain and thunder clouds the next!

Urgh! I feel like someone switched my child with the devil spawn at the moment! I honestly would love to reach for the wine right now!! Had a 4 year old birthday party today- I was good and didn't pick at the party food for once!!! Today's food (05/03/17) B- Nothing. L- Cheese and ham on...

Small and often is a good way to be combating the sickness and keeping the weight down! When are you out of the first trimester?

I'm getting too old for nights out!! Had a lovely time with hubby and drank lots of wine (!!!) but getting half a nights sleep is not for me- it's 8pm and I am seriously considering going to bed and catching up on missed snoozing!! Back on the wagon today- very proud of myself as hubby...

Definitely finding the advantage to freezing extra portions! I'm even cooking extra rice so I can have some for egg fried rice the next day (I read somewhere that it helps stop it going mushy if you use cold, previously cooked rice!) Weigh in was today! Down 1lb so happy with that- as long as...

Today's food (02/03/17) B- Nothing. L- Multigrain ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (part hexa) and cucumber. WW yogurt. Beetroot. Apple and kiwi. Cheese curls (4.5syns) D- Egg fried rice with chicken and veggies (rice, egg, soy sauce, broccoli, spring onions, carrots, chicken and spray...

Thanks cynicalgirl! I love stir fries- although I do cheat and buy the ready done stir fry veggies from the supermarket!

Reece was much better today- kept down all his food and water plus didn't have a temperature :) As I was worried about him I had quick meals- glad I had a portion of chilli in the freezer! Was delicious and reheated really well. Today's food (01/03/17) B- Nothing. L- Chilli (3syns) and rice...

Went for a nice walk (and look around the shops) with Riley today- he tends to get cabin fever if we stay in too much! Got some great bargains in Sainsburys- clothes for the boys for half price and a pair of jeans for me for £5!! Unfortunately Reece came home from nursery and then was sick :(...

So sorry to hear about your dog :( Hopefully that's the end of your bad run of luck!!

Haha the scotch eggs were definitely a faff and not sure they were the best for the syns but that's because I used 1syn sausages. I've seen people make them with defrosted Linda McCartney rosemary ones and they look delicious! Still have a sore throat and think the boys have caught a bug too :(...

Feeling a little under the weather today- my throat is so sore and I'm just a little down in the dumps :( Tried a SW scotch egg recipe- wasn't the easiest thing to do but was bloody tasty and filling!! I made 3 but would've been satisfied with 2 :) Before the tweak police pounce on me- yes, I...

I had the day off yesterday- grilled chicken burger with fries and a couple of onion rings. A subway cookie. A (skinny!) latte. And some ginger nuts. So I didn't eat a huge amount but what I did eat wasn't SW friendly. Night out with my friends tonight (food and many boozy drinks!) But I...

Grrr my photo of dinner didn't save on my phone- turns out it's a bit full with over 2,000 photos plus downloads, videos etc!! Much better today thanks Poppet- it's been a tough few days but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Riley has now got medicine (infant gaviscon) for his reflux so...

Tough day today- it's the 1 year anniversary of my nanna passing away :( I've been up and down emotionally and have been snappy at my poor boys and hubby. Took Riley to a playgroup (Reece was at nursery) and resisted the massive chocolate cake! Even took my own sweetener for my tea! Today's...

Challenging day with Riley today- he has been really unsettled and it's frustrating and upsetting because I don't know what he wants... Tried overnight oats for the first time today- was reasonably impressed! Was expecting them to be dry but it definitely does moisten them. A lot more filling...

Win for you @Poppet12! Fingers crossed your sickness is subsiding :) Thanks everyone! Was a delicious little mouthful- Reece even took one to nursery today for his key-worker!

My proud boy with his cupcakes! Ignore the washing up behind!! I was waiting for us to finish baking before I did it!!!

Good day all round today- had a lovely day with my boys! Whilst Riley was napping I made cupcakes with Reece (box mix!) and he loved it! He was so proud of his cupcakes and of course I had to have one to celebrate with him (only 3syns each for ACTUAL cake!!) Today's food (20/02/17) B- Nothing...

Ruined my day today as well- went to a kiddies party and indulged in party food. White bread cheese sandwiches, trifle, humous (with cucumber and carrot!) and a couple of rocky road squares... Lunch was completely on plan so I am disappointed in myself :( Going to change weigh in day to Friday...

Thanks Vic! I wish I could say that I was on plan today but I wasn't. Me and hubby have been poorly all night and morning- without going into too much detail we've had bad tummies. Come dinner time we were both exhausted and thought we were feeling a bit more human so ordered in a chinese...

Been an odd day today- hubby has been off work with a dodgy tummy and mine hasn't been 100% either :( Today's food (17/02/17) B- Nothing. L- Pasta n sauce. Satsuma. WW yogurt. Cheese sandwich (hexb+2syns for 2 LC triangles) D- Chicken and mushroom stir fry with noodles (0.5syn for spray oil)...

I love those mini daim bars! And the jammie dodger style biscuits (I bought 2 packs of those too- I'm sure I can keep in my syns) I am proud of myself- hubby offered to get a takeaway last night, seems I was off plan anyway and I resisted! Yesterday's food (16/02/17) B- Half a banana L- Ikea...

Already blown my syns for today- made the mistake of going to ikea around lunchtime and I was hungry. Reece wanted food so we had hot dogs. I resisted the chips and ice cream but that's still around 12.5syns. Can't find it on the app but a roll is 7.5-10syns and a frankfurter is 2.5... And I had...

Sending much love for your run of bad news. And even bigger applause for resisting the junk!!!

I have a poorly baby :( He's got yet another cold and it's made his eyes all gunky- so we've had a day in today and I've just been catching up with TV (I've been watching Greys Anatomy from the beginning!) and housework. Going out tomorrow though- can't stay in all the time when you have two...

Snack a jacks and ginger biscuits! The only things I could handle during my first trimester!! And marmite on toast!

So sorry for your loss :( He was a beautiful man and has a really genuine smile. Also sorry your daughter had to deal with her loser ex-boyfriend. What a douchebag.

OMG congratulations! That's brilliant news :) So pleased for you and hubby!!

Happy valentines day my lovelies!! Had a bad night with the baby last night so was tempted by junk this morning but I resisted! Used some more of my bbq gammon for lunch- took inspiration from using potato wedges as a nacho style dish and it was AMAZING! Finally my experimentation paid off! On...

I don't tend to plan my meals for the week- family life means I want to be flexible and only plan dinner in the morning! I have a child's birthday party on Sunday- I just need to resist the party food!! Mum makes delicious mini quiches so I may need to allocate a few syns for them! Made a SW...

Weighed this morning- as expecting I had a gain. Half pound on :(

That potato chipper looks amazing!! Where abouts did you get it? That is insane for the Gu pudding! They are teeny! Your jean collection is immense! I don't have any normal, button up jeans that fit- all too small and too ashamed to buy bigger sizes :( I live in jeggings and leggings!!

Thanks Laura! Love a quick meal/ snack that you don't have to wash up afterwards! Had a bad neck all day today- must've slept funny but it's been really sore and annoying! Back on plan food-wise. Weigh in tomorrow- not expecting anything great considering the two off-peak days I've had this...

From syns allowed on FB. Most pot noodles are pretty high but good to have in the cupboards for lazy days! Had a takeaway today- fish and chips (although I didn't eat the batter- I never do!) Also had 1 piece of fried chicken though so can't pretend I was on plan!!

Naughty night tonight- takeaway and prosecco!

Oops forgot to update yesterday! Yesterday's food (10/02/17) B- Nothing. L- Sticky Rib pot noodle (6.5syns) WW yogurt. Special k bar (hexb) SW coleslaw (1syn for EL mayo) D- Gammon. Kale. Scrambled eggs. Tomatoes. Snacks- WW yogurt. 10 mini marshmallows (1syn) Satsuma. Mini milk 2syns...

Thank you Leigh. I often get working mothers guilt and it's even worse now I have 2 kiddies- I don't know how we are going to manage school holidays!! Erm does running after my boys and shopping count as exercise?! I had gym membership before I had Reece and it was the worst thing ever! I got...

I fell off the wagon today... Pub lunch (burger and chips) after having a panic attack because I had a meeting with work about my return after maternity leave- I know it's a poor excuse and I have nothing to worry about with returning but it happened. Draw a line under it and move on tomorrow!

Quickly just updating my diary today- have a splitting headache as Riley has decided to have a screaming competition with himself for the past 2 hours! The joys of parenting!! Today's food (07/02/17) B- Nothing. L- Multigrain ryvita (hexb) topped with 3 LC triangles (part hexa) and cucumber...

Thanks all :) I'm really chuffed. Had a friend over for a playdate with Reece today so lunch wasn't too great! On plan but not really suitable. Today's food (06/02/17) B- Nothing. L- Strawberries and fat free fromage frais flavoured with vanilla extract. Special k bar (hexb) D- Pasta with...

Weigh day today and I've lost 3.5lb! Really shocked considering I feel bloated due to TOTM but super happy :) Finally broke into the 14st barrier with 14st 12.5lb :D

Had a walk around the shops as planned- Reece seems a lot better today apart from a lack of appetite, which is unusual for him! Normally he eats like a horse! Tried stuffing speed in where possible with my dinner and it was surprisingly delicious! Syns were used up by coffee today- hubby went...

Curly wurly's are 6syns. A lot of people put them in the freezer as they take longer to eat. Plus they are extra sweet due to the caramel and chocolate combo.

Love a fishy day (mine has been more milk based!)

I'm guilty of your "bads" list as well! Especially the skipping lunch and not drinking enough. Food planning looks good though.

So looks like I may have a whole week on plan after all as Reece hasn't been too well so we are going to skip the pub lunch and softplay in favour of a brief walk around the shops and lunch at home to conserve his energy. Made a big batch of SW coleslaw today using fat free fromage frais- it's...

I don't eat steak but I might see if they have gammon (but not pineapple as I'm allergic!) Or I'll just flexi syn it. I'm not working to lose the weight within a time frame so I'm feeling a bit more relaxed about it. Not expecting a good result on the scales this week as TOTM has arrived :( I...

That's a good mindset lookingforme! I completely forgot about the delicious low syn curly wurly! Adding those to my shopping list!!

Thanks! I've realised the reason I used to avoid salad on SW was because of high syn dressings. And I only use dressings because I hate the blandness of lettuce therefore I eliminated the lettuce (plus it's impossible to buy at the moment!!) We have a boring Saturday planned- staying in and...

A bit boring with the food today- lunches are getting a bit repetitive! I really struggle with lunches as I want something quick and something on toast/ ryvita or a mugshot is exactly that! Going to make another batch of slow cooker soup tomorrow with some bargain parsnips I got from the...

Riley went down a lot easier tonight- makes me feel a bit calmer so I celebrated with chocolate (within syns!) Made a hunters chicken type thingy in the slow cooker today- made extra sauce and now have a tomato sauce for pasta or meatballs! Was yummy :) Today's food (01/02/17) B- Half a...

Am struggling with my anxiety at the moment- Riley is going through a HUGE developmental stage (crawling) and it's come at the same time he's cut 2 more teeth, has separation issues and is having a phase of sleep regression- a quadruple whammy! For the past two nights he has screamed for an hour...

Studies are important so if SW slips a little then so be it!! Maybe do some batch cooking when you have some spare time?

Poppet- I didn't think I'd like kale (because I hate normal cabbage- except in coleslaw) but it's actually really tasty! It needs salt and pepper though :) And not too bad price wise! I definitely hoard food! Hubby wanted to try a fibre one bar but I slapped his hand away. And I bought him a...

Forgot to add yesterday's piccie!!

I appreciate you trying to help me save syns Laura!! Agree that nothing is cheap on this diet- or any diet!! Makes me sick that junk food is so much cheaper than fruits and veggies :( Lovely day with my boys today- Riley is still poorly so I did some indoor crafts with Reece and we watched...

Thanks for the advice Laura but I buy the tesco version of mini milk which are 2syns. I might grab the branded ones if I see them on offer if they are less syns though!! Need to get a couple of the custard mullerlights to go with my brownies... My challenge for tomorrow is to find them...

Weigh in this morning- lost 1.5lb :) Was hoping to break into the 14st band but hopefully next week!! Down to 15st0.5lb.

Thanks Poppet! The boys are getting better- just Riley who is struggling now :( I had a fibre one brownie today- I heard they were tiny but OMG I was not prepared for just how tiny they are! Very yummy (just like a proper brownie- and heated up in the microwave for 10 seconds makes them smell...

Hope you're okay Poppet. *hugs*

I love fajitas- you are stronger than me by ignoring the wraps!! We will brush over the KFC mishap (although I am insanely jealous! I love KFC!)

Ooooh chicken and bacon casserole sounds delicious!!

I didn't get to try the infamous brownie yesterday- I had the syns but went to bed early with a headache. Yesterday's food (28/01/17) B- Nothing. L- Mugshot. Special k bar (hexb) Pepper. Apple. Pear. Tomatoes. WW layered fromage frais (1syn- caramel flavour) D- Chicken stuffed with LC...

I've been searching everywhere for them too. Just got lucky! Hopefully they don't disappoint and now I can stop mentioning them like an obsessed lunatic!

Popping in to celebrate- I found some fibre one bars at asda for £1! Got 2 chocolate and 1 lemon :) Looking forward to trying them later.

So yesterday went okay. I had my cheat meal with my bestie and a good catch up. My boys are still little snot monsters... And I've just realised I forgot to put the tissues on my home delivery!! Grrr. Trying to incorporate breakfast by sharing fruit with Reece- I honestly don't think I could...

Great loss! Well done :)

Awesome loss Wolf! I'm part of a few SW FB groups too- and most of them are people asking syn values for stupid or obvious things! There is the odd inspiring post but mainly I just skim past whilst rolling my eyes...

I struggle with breakfast- the only times I've been able to stomach something decent was when I was pregnant with my boys! Now it's half a piece of fruit I've shared with them! Sorry you had a rubbish Wednesday Rabbit- hoping today was better :)

Both the boys and hubby are poorly- tmi but it's like a snot factory in my house and I need to remember to put kleenex on the shopping list as I've ran out!! We were without water for most of the day again but the road has now been dug up and the pipe fixed. Now just need to wait for them to...

Always best to write it down- even if you repeat the same food every day!! As soon as you stop writing it down things start slipping and syns go unaccounted for! Food looks good! Lots of speed :)

Feel shattered today- I think the household is getting yet another bug (honestly I don't think we've all been healthy even once this winter! I even got sent for a chest xray because I couldn't shake a cough for 9 weeks!) Hubby gets snappy when he is poorly so being on tippy toes around him gets...

Thanks Katyemz! I looked at WW but it seemed too restrictive for me. I am a self confessed piggy when it comes to food. I try and limit my portions but I think I'd struggle on WW- especially with carbs! Welcome Denise! I hope you find some help in my rambling and food postings!! Pleased I've...

Definitely Laura! Kiddies make me laugh :) I've had a headache all day today- I think part of it is sugar withdrawl (I had it when I was last on SW too) but I'm also not sleeping well at the moment. Unfortunately lack of sleep is a major trigger for my anxiety attacks but hopefully being able...

I put courgette, onion and tomatoes in mine. Not sure I'd recommend the courgette as those bites were a bit soggy...

I made a SW quiche today with some random veggies I had in the fridge that needed using. I only had a sandwich cake tin to use so it was small and I scoffed the lot!! Tempted to make another...

Thanks! I'm still grinning like a loon! I decided I need to drink more water so got out my water bottle with an infuser thingy- added lime and mint. OMG why haven't I done it before! It's delicious :) On a funny note- Reece decided to tell a stranger in the doctors surgery that his wee wee...

Exciting!! I got married in 2015 (my last SW time was to get ready to fit into my dress) and I'd love to do it again! You've got plenty of time to slim down healthily as well :) I'm heading to Tesco on Wednesday so I'm going to get the ingredients for a quiche then! Be ideal as I always...

Awww bless! At least your hubby tried- mine just sits and scoffs a pack of biscuits in front of me! He says he's removing temptation... Hmm...

Hope your soon to be mother in law is okay :( When is the big day?? I need to get a decent flan/ quiche dish and make one asap!!

Congrats on the loss!! That's awesome. And I'm drooling at the thought of a cheese and pickle toastie!! Never had pickle warmed- maybe I'll sacrifice a few syns on it soon! Is black garlic stronger or more mild than regular? Feel better soon!!

Quickly popping in to say I braved the scales- 5lb off!!! Pretty chuffed with that considering I've had 1 and a half cheat days!!

Homity pie sounds delish! Hope you feel better soon.

Didn't take a picture of my delicious lunch!

I recently found the Pinch of Nom site and FB page- they have some delicious looking recipes! I'm not willing to pay the price of porky lights!! I'd rather use a few syns!! Only want the fibre one bars because they are on offer!! Again not willing to pay the full price! Slimming foods are...

Looks delicious!!

So annoyed! I tried two different Asdas and still couldn't find any Fibre 1 bars- those things are gold dust but I guess it saves me some syns!! Today's food (21/01/17) B- Nothing. L- Butternut squash soup. Activia 0% yogurt. Kiwi. Apple. Special k bar (hexb). D- Chicken in schwartz spices...