C~Q - I don't have a choice where I live... we have two gyms and neither have a creche. I don't have anyone to watch them for the few times a week either I do have a vibration machine (well I will have one, it's in the new house already, just waiting on the power to be sorted) I'll be doing 20-30mins a day on that, but it's not really what would call exercise, but it is something at least.
Enchanted - I can't do WW as the meetings are at inconvenient times and there's no other support here (I have seen you can do it online, but again no real support)
Daytona's Mummy - great idea! But again with the excuses... our shopping centre only has a couple of small shops and the supermarket. However I do park away from the entrance and I walk to the PO, butchers and bakery (which are all on the main street) so I do get some walking in during the week.
UsPlus2 - thanks for that, makes sense
dragoncookie - thanks so much xx I do have his support thankfully, I hope that we can start doing some things together when he is home (go for walks etc).
sunny09 - Great ideas, thank you!!
I generally drink only water, with a small glass of juice to take some supplements (I've seen a naturopath for sleep problems) because it's the only way I can take them lol. I also cut up celery and carrot sticks for during the day. I've reduced my wheat intake along with dairy and pasta and rice. Most of our meals at night are meat with salad or veg (steamed). I know I'm doing the right things and I do feel better for it... I just can't see any results
I'm seriously considering Tony Ferguson (because I can do that locally) just to kick start the weight loss. I'm close to giving up on everything because I'm not seeing results
Exercise, well yeah it's minimal atm, but we are moving house soon so I'll be able to do a bit more as we'll be on the farm then. I've got a wii-fit, but the problem with that is that I can't do it with the kids around, well I can but it's not a serious exercise then because they want to stand on it and play it. I know I know I'm making excuses.... but I'd rather not deal with extras tantrums and meltdowns. My closest friend is 30kms away, we get together once a week or so, so we could do something together. Especially after we move because we'll have the space then.
Tony Ferguson is fantastic i did it 2 years ago and lost 17kgs in 9 weeks - i was stoked with that.....its yummy,convenient, reasonably priced, you get loads of support from the staff at the chemist and also via the TF website but most of all it really does work. Not sure how much you have looked into it but with TF they have alot more products then just the shakes they also have dinners,brunch bars,lollies,chocolate, biscuits, jelly,salad dressing and so much more.
Goodluck im sure once you find something that suits you and your lifestyle you will start to see the results.....you can do this darl x
Good on you for making the first step - admitting you need to do something and seeking help
Diet is a really good start. I don't think Tony Ferguson is the way to go. Weight Watches or Jenny Craig are much healthier options IMO and set you up for life long changes, not just quick fixes.
Can you hire a treadmill? Walking is a brilliant way to lose weight and maintain that weight loss.
I gained 10kg rapidly when I moved to WA 12 years ago. I'm a small girl so it was quite a shock. For the first time in my life I had to start watching what I ate and start exercising to get back in shape. I tried WW first and did lose weight but it was slow going. I wanted a quick fix so I did the very unhealthy thing and went on a hardcore Atkins Diet (no carb) which was closely monitored by my GP weekly. The weight just dropped off me BUT it was not a healthy option by any means. I became obsessed and my battles with dieting and weight loss began 10 year I battled with my body image issues and I blame it on poor dieting choice - The Atkins Diet. Quick fixes often work but mess with your mind and don't teach you anything about making (real) lifestyle changes.
Sorry for the life story but I feel my background is relevant. Anyway, I took a lot of what I learnt from various diets and exercise programs over the years and feel I've finally found the perfect balance. Walking has been my favourite exercise that's always kept me in check. For many years I have joined gyms over winter purely to use the treadmill so I can keep walking despite the weather outside. I aim to walk for at least 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. If you can afford it, I think a treadmill would be a great start for you.
If you join WW or JC, you'll learn about healthy eating and portion control. You'll also learn the importance of 'feeding' your metabolism. Small regular healthy meals. Each time you eat your metabolism kicks start and begins to burn fat. Small, regular meals And eat breakfast! It's the most important meal of the day.
I hope some of my rambling helps hon. I'll be standing on the sidelines cheering you on. You can do this, just remember it will take time
Just thought I'd update. I've decided to stick to my own goals etc and not do TF or anything else. I got out my Wii Fit for the first time in 6 months, hopped on and in the past month I have lost about 4kg! In 6 months (since my last visit to Wii Fit) I have lost just under 8kg. I'm pretty happy with that I'm edging closer to 90kg now and it feels good to be under 95kg again.
I do have a vibration machine (well I will have one, it's in the new house already, just waiting on the power to be sorted) I'll be doing 20-30mins a day on that, but it's not really what would call exercise, but it is something at least.
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10 year I battled with my body image issues and I blame it on poor dieting choice - The Atkins Diet. Quick fixes often work but mess with your mind and don't teach you anything about making (real) lifestyle changes. 
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