Helen Craddock
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Hi, I'm Helen
For years, I felt stuck. Trapped in a cycle of emotional eating, shame, and feeling like real change was for other people. I lived with pain from lymphedema, carrying nearly 20 stone, my weight creeping up each year, whilst nothing I did made a impact. Then I discovered something different and for the first time, I started to believe it wasn’t too late.
I have started taking Mounjaro, a licensed drug to help treat obesity in the UK. I had been thinking about starting this treatment for quite a while and looked into this and other alternatives that are available in the UK.
There is so much misinformation about these drugs online and in the media so I hope I can help by sharing my experiences and provide you all with more information through my blog posts.
If you have any questions please feel free to drop me a message or let me know if there is anything in particular you would like me to discuss.
Please note that I am only documenting my experience, always do your own research and speak to a doctor or pharmacy for medical advice or if you have concerns whilst taking GLP1 medication.
With love, Helen 🩷
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My honest journey on Mounjaro (and everything in between)
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"Still Standing, Still Smiling (and Slightly Sweaty)"
Wait... what day is it again?
Somehow, a whole four weeks have vanished since my last update — and no, I wasn’t whisked away on a surprise spa retreat by a doting husband (a girl can dream). The truth? It’s been a rough few weeks health-wise. 🥴
Not Mounjaro-related, thank goodness — just one of those periods where your body throws its toys out the pram and demands you sit down, be quiet, and heal.
🚑 When Life Hits Pause
I won’t lie — the last month has been hard. Not because I’ve been slipping into bad habits, but because my energy was nonexistent and even the idea of movement felt exhausting. My only steps were from the sofa to the fridge… and only because I refused to let my husband touch my good yoghurt. (Some boundaries matter.)
But this week… something shifted. 🌤️
💪🏼 First Gym Visit in Forever
I finally went back to the gym! (Cue the Rocky soundtrack.)
Was I nervous? Yes.
Did the treadmill miraculously become more exciting in my absence?
Absolutely not. 🫠
But still — I was there.
Moving. Sweating. Smiling. Showing up.
Sometimes the real win isn’t the workout, but the walking through the door.
💉 Still on 10mg (and Finally Feeling Better)
I’m still continuing on the 10mg dose of Mounjaro, and after the rough start, I’m happy to report:
The uncomfortable full feeling has gone ✅
My appetite is in a good place ✅
I’m eating well again ✅
Still haven’t braved another Chicken Kiev ❌ (Some scars run deep)
🧘♀️ Mindset Moment: Reclaiming Routine
This week reminded me of something so important:
“You don’t have to be perfect to get back on track. You just have to begin again.”
It’s easy to feel like the wheels have fallen off when you’ve had time away — but your journey isn’t defined by a tough few weeks.
It’s defined by how gently you return to yourself. 💛
So I’m back at the office.
Back at the pool.
Back in the gym (begrudgingly).
Back to making better food choices.
Back to me.
🎉 Husband’s Birthday Shenanigans
This week also featured a trip to London to celebrate the husband’s birthday. 💑
There was a lovely meal. There were one too many spirits.
And there was a very giggly train ride home. 🍸🚂
Zero regrets.
✍️ Journalling Prompt of the Week:
“What are the routines, people, or places that help me feel like me again?”
(And what’s one small thing I can do this week to reconnect with them?)
⚖️ Weight Loss Catch-Up
Over the last few weeks, progress has been slow but steady — and I’ll take it!
Week 35 ⬇️ 0.6 lbs
Week 36 ⬇️ 1.0 lb
Week 37 ⬇️ 2.0 lbs
Week 38 ⬇️ 1.2 lbs
👉 Total so far: 68.8 lbs down! 🎉
Final Thought
It wasn’t a shiny, perfect month.
But it was real.
And I’m still here.
Still learning.
Still choosing myself — even when I don’t feel like it.
Bring on Week 39. 💪✨
Helen x
