Gently placing the kids in their cots, I was knackered.
Breastfeeding Lizzie, two, and newborn Conor, it was a demanding role.
As a busy single mum, I had less time for myself and this was taking a toll on my diet.
Grabbing a cheeseburger from McDonald’s was far easier than slaving over the stove and it wasn’t long until I piled on the pounds.
I have always been an active person and taken care of my figure, but when I became pregnant with Lizzie this took a back seat.
I was a size 10 to 12 before they were born and would do lots of walking and some running.
But when I was pregnant, I was worried about working out in case it hurt the baby.
And after