Hi,
I just found out today I have GD. I'm so disappointed in myself and yet I know that it's just how my body is reacting to the hormones. But I still feel like I failed because my body failed. I've had morning sickness since 6 weeks and it's a little better but not gone (at 28 weeks today) so I've been living on carbs. Plus I am a really picky eater. I never could stomach fruits and vegetables. And I don't eat many whole grains because of irritable bowel. So, I just want to curl up in a ball and sleep for the next 12 weeks and not eat anything.
I did want to say that I've read a lot of posts and you girls have to be the most supportive board there is. I will be stalking past and current posts. Thank you for being so kind to everyone who writes. Good luck to all of you and may you have happy healthy babies!
Re: New to GD - sad, disappointed, overwhelmed
DD1 Feb 2010
DD2 Sept 2011
When I was diagnosed at 28wks I was also very disappointed in myself. Actually yesterday doc told me my fasting numbers when I wake up are just still to borderline high, so they started me on insulin injections at night So let me tell ya it's very frustrating. I know what you are saying about living on carbs. I did as well, so this diet has been the hardest thing. Some days I cry and cry just wanting to give in because for me the hardest part is staying satisfied because I get hungry. I mean you can only eat so many veggies and then say ok I need something "real" to fill me up. All I can say is do the best you can. If you give in at a meal or snack just get back on track and keep trying. Just keep telling yourself it's not that long that you will have to stick with the diet and most importantly you're doing this for someone else and that's your precious baby. Hang in there!
I think we can all related to those feelings of being sad, disappointed, and overwhelmed. Just know that you can do this with the help of this support group here and your team at your hospital. Once you have the baby you will be back to yourself again. We do need to be careful after the baby is born by taking care of ourselves with diet and exercise though. Remember you are not alone in this! We are here for you... good luck!