@cheflilo62686 as for the timing of your meals I think it depends on snack content etc. I have been moving my dinner closer as much as possible more because I am less active at night. So it seems to help my after dinner numbers and my fastings too. I would say especially with breakfast so low in carbs, lunch could be more like 4-5 hours after breakfast. Unless you had a snack. I know it's hard, but playing around with different things, timing, what you eat, etc.
And I know all the glucometers track for you, but for me writing it out in a table helps me identify patterns. I make little notes if something changes.
If you aren't feeling too hungry between meals and your after meal numbers are okay, then the best bet is fewer carbs at snack before bed or earlier. Play with that to see what affects your fastings.
Morning! So I tried the evening workout (modified - full body using light weights) and then a protein shake after - not only did I sleep better (dealing with restless legs) my fasting numbers were down! Needless to say - I will be exercising every night!
I use a home video workout so I don't need to go out
How is everyone doing? Squigles you have an ultrasound today!?
I feel like my Dr and I finally are starting to see eye to eye! After all my research, I learned that a woman with GD well controlled with diet and exercise does not need to be monitored any more than someone without GD. So at my 30 week appt I went in with my list of numbers, fastings in the 60s and post prandials in the 70s-80s. Although at that appt he said I still only needed to be seen every 2 weeks and he only needed to check 2 sugars a day, he also said I would have to do NST, growth scan, and be induced on my EDD. The extra testing didn't make me too happy. Not saying I don't and won't do what's Best for my baby, but my mama's instincts tell me that right now, with the way things are going, some stuff isn't necessary. Anyway! At my 32 week appt today he said my sugars looked good and ASKED if I wanted to do a growth scan at 38 weeks, as opposed to telling me we would be doing one. I said I would do the scan because I would never turn down a chance to see my LO. I'm a nurse and believe very much in science and medicine, but I also believe in treating the person, not just the disease and that Everyone should have an approach tailored to their needs not just one size fits all. I finally feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and left the appt feeling good and excited about the pregnancy again....which I haven't been since my diagnosis at 29 weeks. Thanks for reading my ridiculously long post, it was not my intention to write so much! Lol
squigles28 - I'll be honest. This pregnancy has been harder on me than my previous 2. I've got GD which is a pain, but what's more bothersome for me is a never ending all over body itch that isn't resolved with Benadryl and I was SO miserable last night I said to my husband I wish I was done with the pregnancy and then clarified it with I don't want to be done as I want him in here for another 9 weeks so he's fully cooked, but I was so miserable for that one moment in time I really wished that for me. I've never done that before and that will hopefully the only time I say it. I'm tired with work and trying to watch everything. I'm just plain tired.
I've had to deal with calls from a nurse health line about the GD and it's been ok for the most part, but yesterday's nurse was a royal witch and she upset me for the day which didn't help my feelings on the whole topic either. Actually that pretty much put me over the edge. Don't you wish you were in my poor husband's place last night listening to me go on.... ;;)
@J0C0TX somehow it is less annoying to say it here. Total double standard, I know! Mostly because we are working really hard at this! I guess my point is, here we get the NEED to have our babies bake and want nothing more. But the want to be done with a constant watch of every bite you take would be nice. So sorry the nurses aren't being more empathetic. Tell your husband to hang in there. Mine keeps saying one and done. But today he said he wanted six! I think he's getting hormonal too
My other pet peeve today is all the people saying, well I gained 60 pounds, but its not like I have GD. Really? So many of us have not gained much or even lost some with the diet.
Well I managed to sleep in yesterday so I was up late! I actually exercised at 10:00 pm (usually would never do that!) for about 20 mins... Then had a protein shake blended with strawberries & unsweetened soy milk. Along with 3 Metamucil capsules.
Tonight will prob be about 9pm so I won't be up after toooo long
Squigles I agree - I have only put on 12 lbs - I started out overweight and didn't want to gain much - I think 12 lbs in 30 weeks isn't bad! I have worked hard with healthy eating & trying to exercise....Drives me nuts I have this, feels not fair sometimes you know?
I also am exhausted but do want to keep baby in as long as possible! It's rough but it will all be over soon (in the big scheme of things lol) and we will have our babies!
I had a rude nurse yesterday - seriously I wanted to ask why are you a nurse if you are so disrespectful and short with patients
Almost everyone I've dealt with on the diabetes end of things has been rude and almost just mean. I don't know why that is, but it certainly makes it so much harder. Finally, after about three weeks of dealing with it a different nurse from my actual ob's office called to check and was kind and I almost cried with joy from it. Somehow they handle the GD stuff in such a rote way that it's so cold.
I hear you on the people with the weight comments. I've only gained 15 so far in 30 weeks too and feel good about that. Actually I gained 15 in 26 weeks and nothing since then when I started the diet. I was also overweight to begin with which adds to my feelings of guilt with this, even though I know that isn't fundamentally the issue.
I'm struggling to work exercise in. I'm really busy at work during the day -- sometimes taking these few minutes to post while waiting for something -- but that's all there is. I eat while I work and don't seem to have even 15 minutes to go for a walk. And then I get home and am completely starving so have dinner. And then am so exhausted. By 8pm I feel like I can barely move, let alone exercise. Obviously it's important, though, so I'll need to try a little harder.
@squigles28- the want to be done with stupid comments is more pressing... As for weight. Before my appt with the mfm I had put on a whopping 10lbs. That had been reduced in 3 weeks to 8. I'm all baby. Bless the little dude! But with him I have gd, with the girls I put on more but no gd. Dammit... There is no correlation!!! People don't get that though I have my mfm appt tomorrow so we'll see what he decides re. meds for my fasting numbers. And we are DONE now. 3 is plenty . and I'm too old for this as my body is proving... Hugs to all xxx
So good news! My BPP was great today! The US tech treated it like nothing was wrong and we were just getting to see our baby. She was so sweet. Baby got a 10/10 and they said she has a head full of hair! She weighs 4 pounds, which is 58th %ile and right where they want her. And totally right about it being relaxing to hear her heart beat.
It was cool to feel her move and hear it on the monitors!
My blood pressure is down for the second week in a row. My numbers were a little wacky as I mentioned especially after dinner. So he said one more week to work on them especially since all the others looked great. I had one after dinner number of 170. And so we are both concerned about it.
So tonight hubby and I went shopping for protein bars and fiber one stuff etc. So that helped. He just went through all the food labels with me.
@squigles28 I know you already did you shopping, but quest bars are my favorite. Great flavors, that actually taste good, and most have about 2-3g of net carbs. Glad all went well for you today. good luck getting your numbers straightened out!
Ooh! I forgot about quest bars! They have great flavors!
I'm hoping with changing a couple more things and keeping dinner earlier it will help. If not, I've honestly accepted that I may have to go on medication. But I would love to go back next week with a better report.
But it was definitely nice to have my husband help me read all the labels and decide what to eat. He's been working with me and he's been losing weight too! It's been really good.
Great to hear some ladies seeing some success, it's very encouraging! I did a protein rich snack last night in an attempt to get my fasting number down and this morning it was 92, so I'm happy.
We are all doing great ladies! Just remember GD is temporary, and such a small part of the amazing thing we are doing which is growing humans inside of us! Plus balancing life outside of that. I really think those of us who have to deal with GD should be given a lot of credit. There's my cheerleader post of the day!
I worked out again last night - kept me awake sooo long - got up and sugar is over by .1 it isn't much but it's still over ... I thought it was working so well - maybe just an off morning? (I hope)
Pretty sore from these workouts - not used to them anymore!! Doing a modified version & stopping when tired but still kicking my butt .... Feels good in a way but pretty tired in the mornings now...
Ugh, I just tested. I know I overdid it at lunch and I'm just mad at myself. I could just cry. I know its just one meal, but seriously. And in some ways I would rather my Dr just start medicine. I hate feeling like I am hurting the baby.
@squigles28 - you remind me of me with your frustration. I'm so sorry call you call your doctor or sry up an early appointment? Hugs xxx it's going to be ok!!!!
I hear you @squigles28, you can have a couple great days and one number will shoot you down. Remember it's all about averages. Focus the negative energy from your lunch number into energy about your next few numbers and averages. Big hugs.
It's so incredibly hard not to be upset and frustrated, particularly when it feels like we're causing problems for our babies. Remembering it's about averages is so important. I often feel the same way about wanting to just get on meds to feel like I'm doing the right thing for the baby, even as I'm hoping so much to avoid that.
I def went lower carb for dinner! So I expect a much better result. And I at least know what I did wrong. I really made a goal to get the rest of my after meal numbers in check. It may not happen , but its worth a try.
Also, since you all brought me up tonight... I remembered a new good snack- edemame! I get these little steamer packs. 1/2 cup, 9 g carbs- lots fiber and protein!!!!
I just read this whole thread and I already feel better. I met with my diabetic educator to learn my meter, but can't see a diatician for 4 weeks! I will be 34 weeks by then and don't want to mess up before! But you all have provided much more information here! I'm feeling frustrated that my clinic can't provide me with the tools I need to control this!
Maybe you will even be ahead of the game when you meet the dietician @cuphalffull Feel free to ask questions! This is my fave thread now. I check to see how we are all doing and obviously come here when I need someone to say move on to the next meal, don't beat yourself up!
I am going to try a snack before bed to help fasting numbers, I thought since mine were high, I should have less. This balance thing is crazy! (Granted it has only been 3 days since I was diagnosed)
I had such a dismal doctor's appointment today. My blood sugar numbers weren't what my doctor was expecting so I'm on medication. My fasting morning numbers have been so high. I hope that this medicine helps. I'm also exercising like a mad woman too. One hour on the treadmill is my goal every day. We can do this gals!
@jene10e I'm sorry your appt didn't go well! Hopefully the meds help and you can get some lower numbers. Awesome job with the exercise. I grab my book and hop on the treadmill too. Hope you start seeing better numbers and have a happier next appt.
@jene10e Do you mind if i ask what kind of medication you are on? My OB referred me to maternal and fetal medicine for consult and ultrasound next week because he thinks it may be a good idea to start me on medication to control my numbers, my fasting numbers are high and ive tried everything. Ive been researching metformin vs insulin and its possible adverse effects on the baby and labor&delivery and cant decide which one is better I mean, i know the medicine will be helping control my levels so as not to harm the baby but i still want to be able to advocate for myself and get the medication that has fewer risks that i would like to deal with.
I had a terrible day mood wise yesterday and went a little off track.... I even fell asleep early last night, no exercise, no protein shake, no Metamucil caps.... Got up and ,... Numbers were perfect ....WTH.... I mean yay!!! But why can't fasting numbers just be consistent
Ladies, I am having such a hard time controlling my fasting numbers!! After three weeks, I am being referred to my Dr. for possibly being prescribed a pill to help with my fasting. I am extremely disappointed that I am not "diet controlled." I am worried about the implications, will they induce me early, will I be able to go unmedicated as I planned?!?! I just want baby to be healthy so I will do whatever I can. I just can't help being disappointed in myself.
@succarvo2014 , don't be disappointed in yourself! This isn't your doing at all. Did you read the post about all the junk some mom's ate indulging in, since there's only a few weeks left and they can still use pregnancy as an excuse to eat the junk!? GD or not that's not good for mom or baby. You are doing everything right for your LO. I'm still diet controlled so don't know what you're going through with the meds...but talk to your dr about being induced. They all have different guidelines. Induction doesn't mean you can't go med free as you wish, it may make the contractions more intense, but keep telling yourself that your body is made for this. Good luck. Do you get up at night to pee? If so, maybe try a light, high protein snack then? I read that on a blog and it worked for one mama. This isn't your fault! We're here for you
^totally agree with this. Honestly, there was one troll on a board about one of our GD moms saying how they should have better self control blah blah blah. And I notice that on the above post, all the moms with GD said, nope I can't do that right now and the other moms are eating cinnamon rolls for dinner. I didn't do that before! So first off, if we are feeling guilty...ask yourself...did you try to eat healthy foods today? If you messed up, can you move on and do better next time?
Also since I personally had a bad food and guilt day yesterday.... My after lunch number was 158 (I ate too much and posted about my major guilt), had a lower carb dinner and had 112, and then had a protein shake and fiber one brownie for a bedtime snack (fasting today was 85- lowest I've seen)!
It's nice to get the fiber I need in a little treat. And the confidence to know I can do this! Not saying I won't get upset again.
The past few days have been very stressful for me! I didn't have terrible habits before, but I was eating much more of the foods I'm eating now. I just feel hungry all the time, yet my numbers are still too high even with measuring, portion control. I feel afraid to eat because I don't want to hurt my baby and I'd one more person says "just watch your carbs and sugars" I might smack them. I am thinking of calling the local grocery store (Hyvee) and see if their dietician would be able to sit with me rather than waiting so long to see my appointed one. Sorry for the rant, just having a tough day.
@cuphalffull I found the first 2 weeks were the worst as far as being hungry and craving foods.
I would suggest going with add more protein and healthy fats in between snacks. Some days as soon as I test my 2 hours after, I am ready for a snack. Or maybe something in the 15-30 g range if it is high in fiber.
It really has helped me at night.
Also, I am a grazer I used to love chips etc. But popcorn has 1 carb serving (15 g) for 3 cups.
I second the grocery store dietician idea being great! Good thinking!
I also find popcorn helpful. I was also given advice by the nurse I talk to weekly with my numbers to drink a little milk after my testing time and I've been doing this most days after breakfast and dinner and it's helping me a lot with hunger issues. I feel like I'm eating rather constantly these days, but I'm actually (slowly, so in a way that the doctors are just fine with) losing weight. I eat a lot of nuts and cheese. Many people seem to find hard boiled eggs work well as a snack (sadly, I really don't like eggs so struggle to eat any at all).
Re: Anyone else struggling with Gestational Diabetes?
I would say especially with breakfast so low in carbs, lunch could be more like 4-5 hours after breakfast. Unless you had a snack. I know it's hard, but playing around with different things, timing, what you eat, etc.
And I know all the glucometers track for you, but for me writing it out in a table helps me identify patterns. I make little notes if something changes.
If you aren't feeling too hungry between meals and your after meal numbers are okay, then the best bet is fewer carbs at snack before bed or earlier. Play with that to see what affects your fastings.
Hope something is helpful here.
I use a home video workout so I don't need to go out
How is everyone doing? Squigles you have an ultrasound today!?
squigles28 - I'll be honest. This pregnancy has been harder on me than my previous 2. I've got GD which is a pain, but what's more bothersome for me is a never ending all over body itch that isn't resolved with Benadryl and I was SO miserable last night I said to my husband I wish I was done with the pregnancy and then clarified it with I don't want to be done as I want him in here for another 9 weeks so he's fully cooked, but I was so miserable for that one moment in time I really wished that for me. I've never done that before and that will hopefully the only time I say it. I'm tired with work and trying to watch everything. I'm just plain tired.
I've had to deal with calls from a nurse health line about the GD and it's been ok for the most part, but yesterday's nurse was a royal witch and she upset me for the day which didn't help my feelings on the whole topic either. Actually that pretty much put me over the edge. Don't you wish you were in my poor husband's place last night listening to me go on.... ;;)
My other pet peeve today is all the people saying, well I gained 60 pounds, but its not like I have GD. Really? So many of us have not gained much or even lost some with the diet.
Tonight will prob be about 9pm so I won't be up after toooo long
I also am exhausted but do want to keep baby in as long as possible! It's rough but it will all be over soon (in the big scheme of things lol) and we will have our babies!
I had a rude nurse yesterday - seriously I wanted to ask why are you a nurse if you are so disrespectful and short with patients
As for weight. Before my appt with the mfm I had put on a whopping 10lbs. That had been reduced in 3 weeks to 8. I'm all baby. Bless the little dude! But with him I have gd, with the girls I put on more but no gd. Dammit... There is no correlation!!! People don't get that though
I have my mfm appt tomorrow so we'll see what he decides re. meds for my fasting numbers.
And we are DONE now. 3 is plenty .
Hugs to all xxx
It was cool to feel her move and hear it on the monitors!
My blood pressure is down for the second week in a row.
My numbers were a little wacky as I mentioned especially after dinner. So he said one more week to work on them especially since all the others looked great. I had one after dinner number of 170. And so we are both concerned about it.
So tonight hubby and I went shopping for protein bars and fiber one stuff etc. So that helped. He just went through all the food labels with me.
I'm hoping with changing a couple more things and keeping dinner earlier it will help. If not, I've honestly accepted that I may have to go on medication. But I would love to go back next week with a better report.
But it was definitely nice to have my husband help me read all the labels and decide what to eat. He's been working with me and he's been losing weight too! It's been really good.
We are all doing great ladies! Just remember GD is temporary, and such a small part of the amazing thing we are doing which is growing humans inside of us! Plus balancing life outside of that. I really think those of us who have to deal with GD should be given a lot of credit. There's my cheerleader post of the day!
I worked out again last night - kept me awake sooo long - got up and sugar is over by .1
Pretty sore from these workouts - not used to them anymore!! Doing a modified version & stopping when tired but still kicking my butt .... Feels good in a way but pretty tired in the mornings now...
And... I'm on glyburide every night for my fasting numbers!!! No big shock, but still disappointed.
Little man A is 3lb 11oz. Fluid is good, everything is good, except my fasting numbers. My ob is happy with me too.
I know its just one meal, but seriously.
And in some ways I would rather my Dr just start medicine. I hate feeling like I am hurting the baby.
Hugs xxx it's going to be ok!!!!
And I at least know what I did wrong. I really made a goal to get the rest of my after meal numbers in check. It may not happen , but its worth a try.
Also, since you all brought me up tonight... I remembered a new good snack- edemame! I get these little steamer packs. 1/2 cup, 9 g carbs- lots fiber and protein!!!!
I'm feeling frustrated that my clinic can't provide me with the tools I need to control this!
Feel free to ask questions! This is my fave thread now. I check to see how we are all doing and obviously come here when I need someone to say move on to the next meal, don't beat yourself up!
I had a terrible day mood wise yesterday and went a little off track.... I even fell asleep early last night, no exercise, no protein shake, no Metamucil caps.... Got up and ,... Numbers were perfect ....WTH.... I mean yay!!! But why can't fasting numbers just be consistent
So, first fasting on the glyburide - with no late night snack - 88
I was a constant 95 - 107 whether I had a snack or not, so this is REALLY good news for me as I hate the late night snack.
So first off, if we are feeling guilty...ask yourself...did you try to eat healthy foods today? If you messed up, can you move on and do better next time?
Also since I personally had a bad food and guilt day yesterday.... My after lunch number was 158 (I ate too much and posted about my major guilt), had a lower carb dinner and had 112, and then had a protein shake and fiber one brownie for a bedtime snack (fasting today was 85- lowest I've seen)!
It's nice to get the fiber I need in a little treat. And the confidence to know I can do this! Not saying I won't get upset again.
Sorry for the rant, just having a tough day.
I would suggest going with add more protein and healthy fats in between snacks. Some days as soon as I test my 2 hours after, I am ready for a snack. Or maybe something in the 15-30 g range if it is high in fiber.
It really has helped me at night.
Also, I am a grazer I used to love chips etc. But popcorn has 1 carb serving (15 g) for 3 cups.
Just thinking of some things that have helped me