PlasticSurgery.com’s “Biggest Loser” challenge has come to an end. And today, I am disappointed to announce that I did not win! But I AM down 9.5 pounds (still not enough to take the lead and win the grand prize though). Congratulations to Beauty Chatter Denice with 17 pounds shed, and PS.com’s Creative Manager (Dan) losing 10.

Everyone told me getting the weight off was going to be more of a challenge this time around (my second pregnancy), but I did not expect it to be this hard. I am 3 pounds away from my pre-pregnancy weight, but my body shape is completely gone.

I have been using Weight Watchers instead of The Daily Plate to stick to my diet. It is a little easier because I don’t have to think about how much fat and protein I am getting – Weight Watchers does it for me. It seems to be working because 3 of the 9 pounds were lost this week.

That said, however, I have not incorporated exercise into my weight loss plan as I had hoped to do. But now, with the sun staying out a bit later, I intend to bring it on!

Just 22 more pounds to go… I am determined to stay focused! (This is me, feeling “pretty in pink!’)

I want to start off by saying a big Thank You to everyone who read and commented on the J’aime Collection post. Your support means everything to us, here at Beauty Chat!

And now, on to business…It was a difficult task selecting a winner to receive the “ruffled-tie neck’ dress designed by the one and only Jaime Pressly. After reviewing all of the fashion topics that that you suggested I write about, ranging from gladiator sandals to wide-legged jeans and beyond, I decided to go with Jana’s topic — fashionable pregnant clothing!

That subject isn’t discussed frequently enough and can be a difficult situation for women. So I think this is a perfect area for me to cover.

So congrats Jana, and look for an upcoming blog featuring clothing just for mommies.

Please continue to check in with Beauty Chat regularly, because I will have another fabulous giveaway real soon.

Once again, Thank You for entering!!
Photo Credits: www.jaimeclothing.com

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Denice: Hey Elana, did you see Lipstick Jungle last week?

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