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| 3 kids, the youngest is 5 weeks and I've been trying so hard to get in exercise. My husband helps by keeping the kids so I can get my exercise in.
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| As tiring as a new one is, (I have a 3 yr, 1 yr and 2 month old) you have to make time. Sometimes for me that means getting up way earlier than I want. I have 35 pounds to go, and the days I don't get out of bed to exercise early before the day starts, are much harder to find the time. You can do it!!!
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WEMINICH- I really like that idea, wish I had a treadmill.
I guess I will have to wait until fall to do that without a treadmill though because I don't want to take my boys out in the 90 degree heat. Maybe I can just go beg the hubby for one.
KCP04007-Hang in there, you are definitly not a weak link. Its just an adjustment managing our time with babes and work and workouts and housework.
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| I was talking about this just last night to my mom. I have always been the type where I push and push and push myself. It also is hard for me to understand people that don't. I've always worked full time, gone to school full time, paid all my expenses w/o my parent's help etc. This is the first time I have felt like a really weak link and being a new mom, working full time, continuing to breast feed, watching my weight, struggling with depression, and being very active in my church has just about killed me and any motivation I may have had. I'm not trying to sound like a "whiner" but it is just nice to know I am not alone and not a weak link, and that others that are going through the same types of things.
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| I have 3 kids as well and finding time to exercise is not always easy if even at all possible. I try to make the best of the moments I can get- even if they are scattered throughout the day. I take short walk with my baby- a game of tag in the yard... it all may sound small but it adds up and is better than nothing.
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BOBBISWORLD
9/2/08 9:49 A
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| It is definitely tough! Does your gym have a daycare center? Mine lets you drop off kids for up to two hours and it's only $3 per drop off or $15 a month which is great compared to what I'd pay a babysitter to come to my house during that same time. It is definitely a lifesaver!
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NEWSTARTLILI
8/30/08 8:34 P
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I have a toddler and soo, and will have a baby. I am worried that i will be so busy with the children and not have time for myself or for workout.
Especially they are different ages and both need time and attention.
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| I have a treadmill in the house and liked to put the baby in a sling and started out walking slowly for 10 minutes at a time. I increased speed and duration throughout my maternity leave.
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| My daughter is almost 8 weeks old, its been hard fitting in exercise with my 2 son's who are 6 and 4 home also, fortunately my neighbor has offered to watch the older two while I go walk with the baby, she isnt a huge fan of her carseat so I put her in the front carrier which alone adds calorie burning because that with a baby in it is heavy! So far it has worked well, once school starts and both boys are gone I am hoping to have more dedicated exercise time during those hours. Its hard but will be worth it in the end.
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SHOBARGIRL
8/25/08 6:22 A
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| Nap time is work out time for me. Although recently she's been waking up around 2 AM to eat so that's when I put on the sneakers and do it. After she falls back to sleep of course.
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Thanks ladies! I wondered how early he could be in one of those trailers. That is a great idea. We have been working out at home a little and I am back at work so I have been walking at work too.
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I can completely understand what you are saying. I used to work out all the time and now with my little guy I cant seem to get anything done.
The one thing that I did that he loves is that I bought a baby seat that hooks onto my bike and we go for rides. Since you have 2 little ones maybe one of the little trailers that holds 2 children. I think you can put a little on in there starting at 6 months, so that will give you a little time to get the trailer. I only got the seat because the trailer was $120 and we just couldn't spend that at the time.
My little man enjoys the bike rides to the park and back home. It was a great investment.
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MARETTA26
8/21/08 11:32 A
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This was my problem too...when I went from one to two children...and gained 20 extra pounds with the second baby. I waited 8 months to adjust to having two before I started (and I probably waited too long)...then I found a gym with childcare. I can go in the mornings or evenings and I adjust as our schedule adjusts. Cardio three times a week and yoga or Pilates and many times as I can get there!
{{{hugs}}}
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IRISHANGEL29-
THanks, that was so nice of you to say. I agree I need to try not to stress about it. It will all come together. Good luck to all of you ladies. I know it can be a challenge.
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SALVADORENA40
8/20/08 12:17 P
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for me is not that had i've managed to do things when i can i'm a mother of two little girls one is
2 1/2 yrs old and my little one is 2 months 2 weeks and i also take care of my little niece who is 4 yrs old being a mother and a wife trying to do things at home ...clean....cook....and plus do work out is challanging
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IRISHANGEL29
8/20/08 9:45 A
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To all you mothers trying to fit in exercise, especially those with new babies.. you are doing a great job! I'm with those that said "cut yourself some slack." It can be overwhelming taking care of little ones, being sleep deprived, then add on housework and/or an outside job and its a lot to handle! You'll figure it out.
I have 3 1/2 yr old, a 2 year old and a 5 month old. Its taxing trying to get to the gym b/c i can't take the baby for another month so i have to find a separate sitter for her. Some days I just take the kids to thepark and play with them, some days I do taebo in teh living room or put on music or a concert dvd and we all dance.
it'll all come together for you!
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| Im just now jumping on the weight loss band wagon, but I have a 7yr old that is homeschooled and a 6 month old as well... while the 7yr old is doing school work, I lay the baby on a blanket on the floor and then I get down there with him and do my exercises... crunches, leg curls, etc... then in the afternoon we take a brisk walk... 1/2 mile each way since thats about all my 7yr old will do before she starts whining... :D
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I came on to ask this same question. I had a GREAT routine going with only a toddler but now with my 21/2 and 2 month old boys I am feeling overwhelmed. I MISS exercising and I really need to just give myself a break and allow myself the transition from 1 to 2 but its not been easy. I really feel like I have so much housework to get done that when I am not trying to sleep to catch up I am working on that. I am also already back to work. So managing my schedule seems so difficult, besides finding it hard to leave the boys at all.
I was looking for a few tips as well, hubby is a great help and we do try to get exercise in together or taking turns, it just seems to be so slow going.
GL ladies!
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I have a 10 year old and a 8 month old, and I've found that the best thing for me are exercise videos and my treadmill. Also, we bought a Wii and I got a Wii Fit, LOVE IT! I try to get at least 30 minutes of some activity in, and it seems to be helping. Good luck!
Angie
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You know, this is the first time that a baby has me feeling overwhelmed also. I think having two youngs ones is the factor for me.
I also have an elliptical but it is in storage. I plan to get it in the next few weeks. In the meantime I have found a few workouts on my cable box. I plan to try one and see if I can get my 3 yr old to participate. He is sure to find it fun.
Melinda
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THERESABOVE
8/5/08 12:43 P
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| I have no idea. I own an elliptical machine, but it is in my step-sons room. He was supposed to have his own apartment by now. He moved in last September and was only supposed to be here a couple of months. Now, he is still here. The baby has to stay in the living room, and my step-son's room smells like stale cigars and body odor. I refuse to go in there. He is not allowed to smoke in the house, he is the only family member that smokes. But, everything he owns smells like smoke. So I am pretty much at a loss too. I also have weight equipment, lots of it!! Have no place to use that either.
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| I also have a new baby, hes 5 months old, plus when he was 2 months old, i moved 4 hours away and don't know anyone other than my in laws. I need something to do with him, up until now we spend about 30 mins a day dancing in the living room, but thats not cutting it anymore... id like to walk, but its either raining or snowing here... any indoor ideas???
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THERESABOVE
8/5/08 12:23 P
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Hello, I am the mom of a 16, a 13, and a 5 week old, and a step mom of a 22, 21, and 19 year old. I don't remember being so overwhelmed with a baby. All of the other kids that live home are away for the summer and my husband sleeps during the day because he works a midnight shift. I haven't gotten back into exercise and want to badly. I didn't gain any weight during pregnancy, in fact I weigh 3 lbs less. I was really sick and lost a lot of weight at first. What I gained in the end didn't make up for what I lost in the beginning.
My infant does not go for walks very well. He cries most of the time.
I am going to ask my husband to give me at least an hour a day that he will take the baby and I can go for a walk. Not only do I need the exercise, but I need a break. I kind of feel guilty, although I am sure I shouldn't. I also feel that my summer is being taken from me. I live in NY and we wait for summer for 9 months. I don't want it to slip away without enjoying it. We plan to go camping for two nights in a couple of weeks.
Does anyone else feel guilty or did you feel guilty about leaving your baby so soon, and, what are your opinions about taking an infant camping so soon.
Thanks,
Theresa
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The gym child care is good. But I gave up my gym membership when I moved. My complex has a great gym, just finding the time! I think I am going to take it slow for now and just adjust. Thanks for the ideas, a walk with the kids will have to do for now.
Melinda
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LAURIESHATLEY
7/31/08 9:46 A
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| good luck! Try joining a gym with a day care? My daughter just turned 2, and my son is 7 weeks. We joined the ymca 4 weeks post partum, and I have been going 2-4 times a week. They have a free child watch from 9:00am-11:45 am, then again from 5:00pm-7:30pm It's hard to designate a certain day every week, because I am returning to work next week and my schedule varies. It's even hard for me to say I'm always going to go in the morning or the evening. I usually only work out about an hour, but it gets the kids interaction with other little ones, and gives me some mom time.
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ELITERUNNER
7/31/08 6:48 A
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| I think you have a good plan in place for having so much on your plate. You let yourself adjust to a new baby. Now give yourself permission to get used to being a working mom with three kids. Set a date for getting into an exercise routine. By that time, your youngest will have settled into a bit of a routine and you can (hopefully) get in a regular and well-deserved you time.
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BYEBABYWEIGHT
7/30/08 9:43 P
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| I have a 5, 3 and 9 month old. Definitely hard to find exercise time! Cut yourself some slack with a baby that young, I think. Can the three year old ride a bike? Sometimes I have the older kids get on their bikes, put the baby in a jogging stroller and go for a brisk walk in the AM. It is a nice way to start the day. It's not an hour on a stairmaster, but it helps get your body used to exercise again. I also try my best to get any exercise in in the AM because I know by afternoon or evening I will be too tired and not do it! Good luck!
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Hello all,
I am the mother of 3 boys ages 16, 3 and 2 months. I am currently working on losing 30-40lbs. and I know that for me a consistent exercise routine is a must. I had it all down to a science prior to having my last baby. But the addition has truly changed my routine. I will be returning to work in a week and need to find the time to work out. I figure I can take the first month to readjust my eating habits to work but then I must work out. Any ideas would be great. I am so used to going to the gym for an hour and just focusing on my but I cannot for awhile.
Melinda
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