Polly A, I know I can get the extension strap, but I refuse . I WILL lose weight....and I can do the strap up, the bruises afterwards will just remind me that I have to be healthy a loose weight!!
You can definitely lose the weight. But you are a mummy of 3 beautiful babies and I am certain there are many more awesome things that make you- beautiful you, no matter what number appears on the scales or your clothes tag.

I am in my 20th year of weight issues. I have been super skinny (briefly), really fat and everything in between. I have dieted, I have exercised excessively and consistently, I have taken the not eating much option, and over the past 20 years I have wasted way too much time self loathing. In retrospect, I realise I was not a better person, more deserving of love (especially mine) when I was skinny. I look at my daughter and know instantly I will love her no matter what she looks like and i want to be a role model to her.

Strive for health. But plesase realise that you...today...beautiful you...you deserve comfort, happiness and love...including yours. Health is way more than just weight. Don't wait for a particular number to enjoy your moments. Find exercise that you love. Find delicious healthy food. Enjoy the moments in every day and be kind to yourself.

Hope this makes sense....late night ramblings of an overworked, underslept mummy