Quadruple Whammy (An introduction.)

KacyChicago

Well, I knew I was high-risk from the beginning of my last pregnancy, which we sadly lost at 12 weeks. I started seeing an MFM at seven weeks with her, and the same this go-round too ... I'm now 29 weeks tomorrow.

I'm 36, so AMA. I have high-blood pressure. I'm obese. And now, I have gestational diabetes. I passed my three-hour earlier in the pregnancy, but did fail it when done again last week. I meet with the diabetes educator next Tuesday, and for now am just trying to watch everything I put in my mouth. (Less carbohydrates, more protein for sure.) My one pregnancy craving had been Coke, so that's been kicked to the curb. I'm not looking forward to pricking my fingers, but will obviously do anything and everything I can to keep my son healthy.

I'm already getting growth scans because of my blood pressure, so we'll be seeing him again next Friday. I'm anxious to see how much he's grown, and if the GD has affected him already. I don't think my numbers were high enough to warrant insulin, so I'm hoping just a few diet changes will do the trick to keep my sugar levels in check.

I'm just wondering if anyone has any advice as I await my appointment next Tuesday. Should I go ahead and get a monitor and start checking my blood sugar, or wait until I see her? What are some food no-no's that you've found?

I'm very thankful to have this board to turn to, so thanks in advance.

memali26

I had GD twice. It's no picnic, but very do able, even if you do end up on insulin (which I did). I would wait on the monitor because there's a decent chance your insurance will cover it, but may require a certain model/brand. Wait and see if you can g

KacyChicago

memali26:

I had GD twice. It's no picnic, but very do able, even if you do end up on insulin (which I did). I would wait on th