Gestational diabetes

gullybean · August 2011

For the past two weeks I have to be sticking my fingers 4 times per day to test my blood sugar level along with following a diet sheet. It's frustrating but at least I don't have to be on insulin. Is there anyone out there who has this?? (GDD). I have 56 dys more to go. My baby boy is so active and I cannot wait to meet him on the outside.

Captaintightpants · August 2011

Me!

Believe me when I say I know the feeling. Half the time my numbers are really low and I think "Well, I probably could have had (Whatever) with dinner then." And yeah, my fingers are a bit tender, but you do what you have to. I just keep reminding myself that shortly I will have my LO squirming on the outside instead of the inside!

BulldogMomma · August 2011

I do. I had pre diabetes before getting pg so I wasn't really surprised at the diagnosis. How much are you eating? My Dietician keeps telling me that I'm not eating enough calories. I feel like I'm force feeding myself...

lindylogana · August 2011

Me! I'm so sick of the special diet and whatnot. And I feel like I'm eating all the time. I'm sick and tired of the foods I'm eating, because basically its the same foods all the time. My dietician's are annoying since they don't like that I'm losing weight, even though the baby is on track and my Dr isn't concerned. I'm just ready for a Coke or a Big Mac.

pag41989 · August 2011

I have gd.. I hate it and I miss all my sweet foods but I am doing what I have to do for the lo. I am in the hospital on bedrest and my fingers are pricked before and after each meal and I also have insulin shots with each meal and before bed. It's rough but I know that it is all going to be worth it and shell be here before know it.

SpinningJess · August 2011

yep, I do but since my numbers have been good lately I've really slacked on the 4x a day finger prickings. I always get at least 2 in. Embarrassed

It's really common to be GD with twins and I'm so very borderline....I HAVE found, though, that sticking with their diet will more likely result in high readings versus if I eat closer to the way I use to and just focus on portion control and making sure there is enough protien/fat in the meal. I've even gotten to where I can find enough of a balance to have a small Dr. Pepper woohoo!

JMKaut · August 2011

I have it too! I have to test 6 times a day though, before and after each meal.

my numbers are pretty good except when I'm stressed out...even my doctor noticed and said it was incredible HOW affected I get. sigh...potty training, and my parents being here...and my friend having a baby early...and so on...DR. was like...just get more physical activity in to control the stress...yeah..when? oh well...

I'm still also morning sick most days, so my challenge has been finding "good" foods that stay down. ....DH has been good for me...making sure I am eating in the healthy range, but sometimes I just tear up because I want something that is definitely on the no-go list.

Well...there's only a few weeks left, so I'm glad this will end in a baby!

catwhisperers4292 · August 2011

I've got it as well. Luckily, I've been able to control it with diet, so no insulin and my numbers have stayed the same since I started testing, so looks like I ight get through the next few weeks without meds

There are plenty of GD mommys on the high risk board. They have a lot to offer! GL!

christinaramirez08 · August 2011

catwhisperers4292:

I've got it as well. Luckily, I've been able to control it with diet, so no insulin and my numbers have stayed the same since I started testing, so looks like I ight get through the next few weeks without meds

There are plenty of GD mommys on the high risk board. They have a lot to offer! GL!

Same here! I have actually stopped testing on the weekends and just test Monday through Friday. I am completely controlled with diet alone. In fact, I hardly had to change my diet; I just had to add in more protein. I don't see the dietician anymore and haven't even faxed my log to them. I haven't had any high numbers so I feel it's not necessary for me to meet with them. Especially since the nurse is a royal B***H!!!

Hang in there. Only a few weeks left and you can get back to eating whatever you want. I plan on having a huge plate of french toast with fresh blueberries from a local cafe. I've been dreaming about it lately!!!

stephian · September 2011

I'm going through it for the second time. Little did I know that they would test me so early this time! I'm not due until December 9th and my doctor actually put me back on the diet after I failed the 1 hour test at the beginning of July.

It does become almost like second nature after you've done it for a few weeks. In fact, it may almost seem weird after the baby is born and everything goes back to normal.

It is worth it though! Besides taking care of your own health, your baby needs this. Mine first son was born at 6 lbs 12 oz and had no trouble with low sugar levels. 32 months later, he still amazes me every day! I can't wait to meet his little brother!

If you need somebody to "talk" to, let me know. I definitely know what you're going through as I'm on the same journey (again)! Good luck!

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