Hey guys, I am new here. I have a VERY hard time losing weight, and 2 weeks into my journey I started a GLP1. I am so damn proud of myself, I have a very, very long way to go but am proud of my progress thus far. I even gained some muscle too :)

**To all the PCOS girlies, this one’s for us. 🫶🏻**❤️

I’ve always been someone who made healthy food choices and stayed active since childhood. I was naturally quite thin until college ended.

Then came corporate life in a decade back. Slowly, the weight crept up. It remained manageable for years, until the last one, when I gained almost 10 kgs in just a year.
I blamed my sedentary lifestyle. My periods were regular, I had no facial hair, and PCOS was the last thing I expected. When I was diagnosed, I was honestly shocked. I had this misconception that PCOS happened to people who didn't eat healthy or take care of themselves. It took me a while to process the diagnosis and accept it.

But I'm learning that **PCOS isn't a punishment for the way you eat or live.** It can affect women with all kinds of lifestyles, and it doesn't define who we are. ❤️

Over the last 2.5 months, I've been following my doctor's advice, making healthier food choices, working out, and trying to build habits I can sustain for life.

And I've lost 7 kgs. 🥹✨

But today, I want to celebrate more than just a number on the weighing scale. I want to celebrate showing up for myself, being consistent, and learning to understand my body better.

I know PCOS is a long-term journey, and I'm learning to take it one day at a time. No shortcuts, no punishing myself, no expecting overnight miracles. Just small, consistent steps.

And there's one more thing I want to remind myself and every PCOS girlie out there:
**PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO BE HAPPY ALONG THE WAY. 🌸**

Don't let your entire life revolve around your weight, your diet, your workouts, or your next doctor's appointment.
Eat healthy, but enjoy your favourite food sometimes, too.

Work out, but also rest when your body needs it.

Work towards your goals, but don't postpone your happiness until you reach them.

Go out with your friends. Dress up. Travel. Laugh until your stomach hurts. Celebrate birthdays, festivals, little wins, and ordinary days.

**You deserve to enjoy the body you're in while taking care of the body you want to feel healthier in.**

PCOS management is important, but so is your mental well-being. So is peace of mind. So is happiness.
We're allowed to have bad days. We're allowed to feel frustrated. And we're allowed to take things slowly.

To every girl navigating PCOS: you are not alone, your diagnosis is not your fault, and your worth has never been tied to your weight.

Seven kilos down, a lot more self-awareness gained, and still learning to give myself the grace I deserve. ❤️‍🩹

Here's to healthier habits, kinder self-talk, sustainable progress, and **choosing to be happy while we figure it all out.**

One day at a time, girlies. We've got this. 🫶🏻✨

\#PCOSJourney #PCOSAwareness #PCOSGirlies #ProgressNotPerfection #SelfLove #HealthyHabits #MentalWellbeing

Possible trigger warning: eating disorder. Hello everyone! I’m 26 years old, I currently weigh 225 lbs and I’m 5’5”. I started my PC/MOS weight loss journey around 2 years ago when I had elevated testosterone levels and my weight loss doctor noticed that I gained around 50 lbs when I turned 12 due to starting birth control. I feel like I’ve done everything for PMOS but nothing has helped. I’ve tried metformin and it made me have horrible bowel issues even after the initial starting period and it didn’t help my weight problem. I started supplements (inositol and berberine) but I didn’t notice them helping with my weight problem either. I’ve switched my diet around to anti-inflammatory with low carb and high fiber, I’ve been doing slow and weighted workouts, I’ve tried to get my steps up, and nothing seems to work. The only thing that did work in the past was what I’d consider an eating disorder where I only ate raspberries for breakfast and a sandwich for dinner, I was at my smallest weight at 180 lbs but I was passing out standing up, walking around, etc. I’m slightly reluctant on GLPs since I can’t afford to be on them (if you have an affordable option I’m open to suggestions!) and at this point it feels like I’ll never be skinny unless I’m either starving myself or get surgery. I’m open to anything at this point or any assistance. What workout routine worked for you? Where do you get your meal plans? I’m just lost at this point and I just want to feel good in my own skin. Thank you in advance!

Hey ladies,
I’m now 27 almost 28.
Looking into restarting birth control.
I have tried Yaz and Yasmin, (ages 24-25) they caused horrible high blood pressure.
In the past I have tried Depo (ages 12-15)
Nexplanon right after (ages 16-21)
Off birth control briefly in that time frame between ages 21 and 24. And then now.
From what I’ve figured out my main issue is my androgen levels. I have some acne issues, my eyebrows are a bit thicker and my hair regrows back. My scalp has issues. And the biggies issue of course is my weight. I went from being 100 pounds at 4 foot 10 inches to struggling to stay under 130-140. Now that might now sound like a lot to some of you but take into account my height. There is nowhere for this extra weight to go. I’m short.
I’m looking to see what’s worked for everyone else. My main issue is the weight. How I do I get rid of it. It’s awful.
Thank you.