
A woman in her 50s who’s lost over 7 stone and is still learning how to show up for herself, one small step at a time.
This isn’t about perfection, quick fixes, or pressure.
It’s about progress, kindness, and building a life that feels good to live in.
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 🩷


If you’re new here, welcome — I’m really glad you found your way.
This is a quiet space for women in midlife who are navigating weight loss, self-trust, and real life — imperfectly and honestly.
You might like to start with:
My Story
How I lost over 7 stone and learned that transformation is about more than numbers.
My Most Read Blog Posts
The posts readers return to when they need encouragement and perspective.
👉 One Year On. One Step at a Time. 🎉
👉 Hormones, Paddington & The Great Chocolate Crisis of 2025
👉 What No One Tells You About GLP-1 and Emotional Eating
My Digital Journal
After years of struggling with emotional eating and self-doubt, I created a gentle companion journal to support women on GLP-1 journeys.
It’s designed for reflection, self-kindness, and realistic progress — not punishment.
👉 View the Journal
What I’m Building Next
I’m beginning to share more of my journey on YouTube.
👉 https://www.youtube.com/@helencraddock












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