Related Blog: The Skinny 4 months away to the big 40. Goal: lose 40 lbs. 10 lbs a month. That's doable, right? I would be happy with 30 but I am aiming high. I've never dieted before so we'll see how it goes. It's going to be tough since I have to keep my calorie intake up as I am still breastfeeding. I guess I should check with my doctor to see if this is something I should even attempt! Here's the skinny: I'm sure that you are all familiar with the term "freshman 15". I have coined a new term: the "first year 15". The first year of marriage that is! Yes, I put on 15 lbs during my first year of marriage. The happiest 15 pounds for sure! I was pregnant during our 2nd year of marriage. Add 50 lbs. I did pretty good for the first 5 months in terms of "target" weight gain. I was able to wear my regular jeans up to that point. By month 7 I had gained 35. After that I really excelled! Post baby I have lost 32 lbs.