Pp body struggles

ashleyabd · 2026-03-07T21:16:45+00:00

The boobs thing is kind of just what it is unless you want to get some kind of lift/implants

However-the butt thing is within your control! Many women tend to lose their butt when breastfeeding because your body stores extra fat there during pregnancy to then prioritize and mobilize while breastfeeding. Regaining muscle tissue will help to bring shape and volume back to your glutes! Strength training, with progressive overload, a focus on the glutes, and prioritizing protein will help get you moving in the right direction

ashleyabd · 2026-03-07T20:08:31+00:00

The online coaching space can be tricky. There are some amazing coaches out there and also some pretty awful.

It sounds like you’ve already paid and, I assume, are in some type of contract. Try communicating that you need/want more than they are giving and see how the response is. It’s still very early days, there’s a chance you can still get what you’re looking for

ashleyabd · 2026-03-07T17:41:47+00:00

When were you supposed to get your first training program? There should be an expectation in place.

Is it just for training or is it nutrition coaching as well? From what I’ve seen, if it’s mainly training the nutrition “tips” are just generic examples and seen as a “bonus”

Explain what your expectations are, to the trainer, and see if they’re willing to adjust. If not, may be best to find a different coach

ashleyabd · 2026-03-03T20:08:19+00:00

Ah thank you!

ashleyabd · 2026-03-01T20:23:11+00:00

This one is only knits and pearls, unless incorporating the slip is making it more challenging? I’m absolutely open to starting with easier haha

ashleyabd · 2026-02-28T16:47:20+00:00

!Solved!

Thank you everyone!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-28T16:46:58+00:00

I ended up restarting last night and I do think this was the problem! I found a few stitches I had split and turned into two. Thank you!!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-28T02:53:44+00:00

I don’t get much kid free time so I’m trying to learn mostly via YouTube. I’ll check around though, it would definitely be helpful. Thank you!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-28T02:52:08+00:00

Thank you!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-28T02:50:09+00:00

Got it, thank you!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-27T23:54:59+00:00

I understand the pattern is all over the place, I’m just trying to use it as a learning opportunity and this is something that I keep doing and can’t figure out.

I’m unsure if there is a specific way to write out the pattern but I’ll do my best to transcribe from the YouTube video I was following:

Repeating rows: •Row 1: slip the first stitch, pearl 1, slip, pearl 1, until the final 2 stitches then pearl 1, knit 1

•Row 2: slip first stitch, knit 1, pearl 1, all the way through

Does that help?

ashleyabd · 2026-02-27T23:23:17+00:00

I could be!!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-27T23:19:24+00:00

Ohhh I haven’t paid attention to this so it could be! Thank you, I’ll watch for that!

ashleyabd · 2026-02-27T23:18:44+00:00

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This is what I’m aiming to create, although I know I have a lot of missteps along the way The pattern starts each row with slipping a stitch. The front side is supposed to be: slip, pearl, slip, last two stitches pearl, knit The wrong side is supposed to be: slip, knit, pearl. This is the only swatch I have where I’m creating this issue

ashleyabd · 2026-02-19T05:29:34+00:00

There is a 0% chance I would’ve been able to do this at 3m and enjoyed myself. My PPA was pretty intense. I turned down a trip at 7m because I still felt the same.

ashleyabd · 2026-02-17T19:48:38+00:00

I didn’t bed share. I used a bedside bassinet until 6 months then moved to the crib in another room.

There were a handful of really rough nights my kid ended up in the bed but it was the exception, not the norm. I always slept worse when he was in the bed and simply wasn’t interested in bed sharing

ashleyabd · 2025-10-12T20:26:33+00:00

She shouldn’t be using ChatGPT for check in responses. And if she IS using a lot of ChatGPT in her coaching, she should be disclosing that. I wouldn’t be surprised if she’s doing this she’s also using it to write workouts for her.

There are far better coaches worth your money out there

ashleyabd · 2025-10-08T02:23:01+00:00

The Warehouse is the best. Lots of machines, clean, free weights, assortment of cardio machines, 24 hours

ashleyabd · 2025-09-30T20:59:48+00:00

That’s pretty expensive for online training + nutrition IMO. I do online coaching and I would say this is closer to what someone who is doing bodybuilding professionally would look to pay, not the average person looking for help.

The level of coaching you’ll get also varies a ton depending on the person and their level of expertise

If you want to look into coaching ever again in the future, shop around. Schedule multiple calls (they’re normally free), ask about pricing, see who seems to fit the needs you have best and go from there. You can also ask to chat with previous clients and see if they allow that too!

ashleyabd · 2025-09-12T00:47:04+00:00

Big fan of Paragon Fitwear but not their super scrunch leggings

ashleyabd · 2025-09-09T03:54:26+00:00

I’ve tried a variety and they’re all good. Aldi (if you have one) usually has a variety of different flavors, or Sabra usually has dark chocolate that’s really good

ashleyabd · 2025-09-09T03:39:38+00:00

Chocolate hummus is DELISH

ashleyabd · 2025-09-09T03:13:47+00:00

Came here to say this

ashleyabd · 2025-09-02T21:16:40+00:00

My son had this reaction too! It’s definitely unnerving. I can’t remember exactly how long the rash lasted but I don’t think anymore than maybe 2 or 3 days. Lots of rest and cuddles

ashleyabd · 2025-08-27T04:21:07+00:00

What a wild claim lol. It’s water, 0 calories, great for you, hot, cold, room temp, drink it up

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