1 hr fails, where you at?

Laroo0220 · January 2014

So if someone had to ask what my least favorite part of the pregnancy was last time I may say the 3 hr glucose test just bc it made me so ill. I decided this time around I would be very healthy and eat no carbs the day of the 1 hr. Well looks like it didn't matter bc I still failed the 1 hr and way worse than last time. I know this is good to know in case it is GD and obviously I just want my baby to be healthy but it's still stressful. Anybody else fail their 1 hr?

Also not trying to freak ppl out about the 3 hr, I just have really low blood pressure and get super light headed so this test was brutal for me.

porterlove525 · January 2014

I failed my 1-hour living on a currently modified Paleo diet, but passed my 3-hour test with flying colors. I did nothing special to prepare other than the required fasting and was also feeling really sick after both the 1-hour and 3-hour. I think drinking that much glucose for anyone not used to it will make you sick

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

I have my 3 hour monday. I doubt anyone finds it pleasant

lajohnso1982 · January 2014

Failure over here too. I have my 3 hour test on Tuesday. Not looking forward to it.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

Good luck to you ladies with them coming up! I just failed mine today and scheduled my 3 hr for 2 wks from today. Lets keep each other posted.

JBellacqua84 · January 2014

I failed my 1 hr too. I have my 3 hour on Tuesday. Ugh.

sweetmelissa0707 · January 2014

Failed my one hour on Tuesday and I failed my three hour yesterday. I go for " diabetes education" next Thursday and will likely be checking my blood four times daily.

wfellerman · January 2014

I failed my 1 hr and am taking the 3 hr tomorrow. Praying I pass. Hate that stuff:( my husband is going to come sit with me to keep me company. 3 hrs is a long time

megmac009 · January 2014

Failed my one hour by one point! But passed the three hour test on Monday!!! Good luck ladies!!

NYJodway · January 2014

Ooopsbaby14 said:

I took mine yesterday. How long do the results take?

Mine were available the next day, but I think it depends on your particular practice's lab access.

thejewelster · January 2014

I failed my 1-hour and my doc referred me to the GD clinic. No follow up testing (grateful for not having to drink more of that crap!). I just want to meet the GD docs and get moving on this so I can get it under control.
On another note... Is anyone super emotional about failing? I know it's nothing I've done but every time I think about it, I cry?! Sigh...

emanresu14 · January 2014

I failed my one hour test by just a few points and passed my 3 hour. Not pleasant. The worst part for me is that it ended up being over 4 hours because they drew my fasting and wanted to wait for those results before I drank the glucola. 40 minutes later...

A lot of people who fail the one hour pass the 3 hour. I'm not sure what it is. But basically you have a better chance- more like 50/50 than pass/fail so that helps. Good luck to you.

My dr had results the same day. They sent 3hr paperwork in the mail the same day I failed the 1 hr.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

thejewelster said:
I failed my 1-hour and my doc referred me to the GD clinic. No follow up testing (grateful for not having to drink more of that crap!). I just want to meet the GD docs and get moving on this so I can get it under control.
On another note... Is anyone super emotional about failing? I know it's nothing I've done but every time I think about it, I cry?! Sigh...

Yep def got the emotional thing going on. Had to hold back tears when they told me and completely lost it when I called my husband. I know it's silly but it's not a good feeling. I'm def going to see if my dh will keep me company for part of the time at least too. I need a distraction.

NYJodway · January 2014

I know it's easier said than done, but try not to freak out too much about receiving a GD diagnosis. My existing endocrine disorder put me at a huge risk for GD, and I ended up getting diagnosed with it pretty early on. Honestly, it's not that bad. I promise that I'm not just saying that.

You have to track your blood glucose levels and pay attention to what you eat. If you need meds, you'll get some. If you need insulin, you'll get some. Your numbers will be tracked closely and your docs will monitor you carefully. Many doctors are very good at treating gestational diabetes these days, and they will be keeping an eye on you and your LO from here on out. Honestly, I think I am more confident in my prenatal care because I have gestational diabetes and they watch everything so closely.

I know it can seem overwhelming at first, and like it's a lot to take on and manage, but I promise that it's not that bad. You'll be just fine. Just work closely with your medical team and everything will be a-ok.

megmac009 · January 2014

I got my results in two days

rlallen13 · January 2014

I took the 3 hour Friday and it was horrible. I felt like I was goin to pass out, and throw my inside up which I did a little. My pregnancy up until that test was great but I do not want to do that ever. I feel so much better today after some rest and a hot bath. It's over now on to the next part of our healthy pregnancy.

OhMamaB · January 2014

My doctor says that 50-70% of people who fail the 1 hour pass the 3 hour, which is exactly what happened to me. It doesn't matter the results if you just clean up your diet, which is such an easy thing to do. My husband and I both cut out pasta, bread, sugar, etc. It's been a little over a week. We feel great and are both starting to look more toned too. My failing the 1 hr was a great way to shock us into a healthier diet for both of us and for baby.

spalumb9 · January 2014

Laroo0220 said:

thejewelster said:
I failed my 1-hour and my doc referred me to the GD clinic. No follow up testing (grateful for not having to drink more of that crap!). I just want to meet the GD docs and get moving on this so I can get it under control.
On another note... Is anyone super emotional about failing? I know it's nothing I've done but every time I think about it, I cry?! Sigh...

Yep def got the emotional thing going on. Had to hold back tears when they told me and completely lost it when I called my husband. I know it's silly but it's not a good feeling. I'm def going to see if my dh will keep me company for part of the time at least too. I need a distraction.

I failed the 1 hour So much they skipped the 3 hour. I found out New Years Eve and still don't have an appointment at the diabetes center until this Tuesday! I cry every day because I am a HUGE carb fan and trying to do it on my own to help the past toe weeks has been hell. I just want to be told what to eat, like "here's a list, only eat this". Not a list of "this is a good idea, these are ok, these are not the best choices." I am just so frustrated!!!!

bootsiebabe · January 2014

@thejewelster - same thing happened to me. Went and saw the counselor yesterday, got my meter, and went on a healthy and low carb foods shopping spree. The Girl Scout cookie thread is depressing, but it's only 12 more weeks (hopefully)!

MegJ17 · January 2014

I failed my one hour bad enough not to take the three. I've been testing my blood for more than a month and have been on insulin for two weeks. It's not that bad but I miss French fries. I've lost 10 pounds and my dr told me this wasn't a weight loss plan.

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

For some people it's as simple as cleaning up their diet, but for around 15% of women that doesn't work, even if they do it perfectly, and they have to go on medication. Even if you can control it with diet you will probably still be pressured to induce, and there's evidence that just being diagnosed, even if it's well controlled, drastically increases your chances of a c section. It can also have long term implications for your health, even when well controlled.

I dont think it's worth freaking out over, but I'm a little sick of people totally downplaying it and acting like it's no worse than a hang nail, too.

Also the gd diet is NOT low carb. It's a controlled number of carbs spread out throughout the day and paired with protein. Going low carb can cause your body to go into ketosis and that's not good for your baby, either.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

Those of you that failed so much they didn't take the 3 hr can I ask what your # was? Mine was 166 which is way higher than when I failed with my son so I feel like my chances of passing the 3 hr are slim. I am trying to look at the positive for sure and at least this will force me to eat really healthy but it's depressing knowing I won't be able to have a treat every once and awhile. Pregnancy is generally my time to do that!

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

What I read is over 200 is bad enough to not take the three hour. I got a 189 and specifically asked if I should read into how high it was and they said no, that it was not really a quantitative test and they just looked at it as normal or not normal.

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

And even ok he gd diet you can have treats! You just may have to have a smaller portion and go for a walk after or something (ymmv, everyone's blood sugar reacts differently and obviously advice you get from a medical professional trumps anything I say

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MegJ17 · January 2014

Laroo0220 said:
Those of you that failed so much they didn't take the 3 hr can I ask what your # was? Mine was 166 which is way higher than when I failed with my son so I feel like my chances of passing the 3 hr are slim. I am trying to look at the positive for sure and at least this will force me to eat really healthy but it's depressing knowing I won't be able to have a treat every once and awhile. Pregnancy is generally my time to do that!

You can still have a treat once in a while. You just have to work it into your carb count. My number was 208.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

Rrrrrachel said:
For some people it's as simple as cleaning up their diet, but for around 15% of women that doesn't work, even if they do it perfectly, and they have to go on medication. Even if you can control it with diet you will probably still be pressured to induce, and there's evidence that just being diagnosed, even if it's well controlled, drastically increases your chances of a c section. It can also have long term implications for your health, even when well controlled.

I dont think it's worth freaking out over, but I'm a little sick of people totally downplaying it and acting like it's no worse than a hang nail, too.

Also the gd diet is NOT low carb. It's a controlled number of carbs spread out throughout the day and paired with protein. Going low carb can cause your body to go into ketosis and that's not good for your baby, either.

See this is my exact worry. I've been prepping this whole time for a natural birth. I will be totally pissed if they try to push induction or csection on me

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

That's where I am, too! Hopefully I'll pass my three hour and it won't matter, but I saw the whole trajectory of my sisters pregnancy and birth change after she got diagnosed.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

Rrrrrachel said:

That's where I am, too! Hopefully I'll pass my three hour and it won't matter, but I saw the whole trajectory of my sisters pregnancy and birth change after she got diagnosed.

Ugh that sucks. I'm already nervous bc I'm doing an ob this time instead if a midwife (just more convenient location wise) and I feel like I'm going to hit resistance with a few things anyways. I don't need something for them to hold over my head as a reason to do these interventions. Let's hope we pass the 3 hr!!

spalumb9 · January 2014

My score was 223 and they had me skip the 3 hour.

SummerLeah · January 2014

Failed the 1 hour, passed the 3 hour but it sure was a pain to have to go through. Both of my arms are bruised!

acmarcolini · January 2014

Failed the 1 hour last week and took the 3 hour yesterday. Stilling awaiting the results, fingers crossed I passed... However, if not, at least I don't know yet because today is my birthday and I plan on enjoying cake and ice cream like it's the last time!

NYJodway · January 2014

Rrrrrachel said:

I dont think it's worth freaking out over, but I'm a little sick of people totally downplaying it and acting like it's no worse than a hang nail, too.

Also the gd diet is NOT low carb. It's a controlled number of carbs spread out throughout the day and paired with protein.

Yes to these things. When people say to me, "You're good at managing your diabetes," I reply with, "My diabetes is good at being managed." I really hate when people say things like, "You should be able to control it with diet and exercise," to women, because that's just not a medically appropriate thing to say to a woman unless you are her doctor and have good reason to say it. Some women will need meds, and some will need insulin, through no fault of their own. That's just how the cookie crumbles, if you'll pardon the expression.

I can attest to the comment about carb intake. I feel like I eat carbs all damn day long. If anything, I probably have more carbs now that I'm GD. The difference is with the how & when.

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

I learned a lot more about gd after watching my sister go through it with her first pregnancy. She has it again, now, but fortunately it's responding much better to diet this time.

NYJodway · January 2014

Glad it's going better for her this time around! That's always a good sign for mama and baby.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

Are u guys trying to do anything in the mean time in case it turns out to be GD? I have another week and a half till my 3 hr and if this is in fact GD I want to start taking precautions now so I'm trying to eat healthy but everything I've read sounds kind of confusing. Any tips for what I can start doing now?

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

It's really best to wait before getting too crazy with diet changes. I know my sister has a certain number of carbs she can have with each meal/snack. She's sure to eat at regular times, and pairing carbs with protein is really important.

Laroo0220 · January 2014

That's good to know. I guess I won't go crazy changing anything yet then and will just try to avoid large amounts of sugar. Thanks for all the advice!

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

I had my three hour today. Hopefully I'll know something tomorrow or Wednesday at the latest. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, although it was boring and felt kind of disgusting. Make sure you bring water for after! The hardest part was not being able to drink water after the glucola.

And I took an awesome nap when I got home

Laroo0220 · January 2014

@Rrrachel I'm glad it wasn't too bad. Hopefully I tolerate it better this time too.

@sascott520 did u choose to skip the 3 hr or did they just tell u to? I'm just curious at what # they sat don't even bother since mine was pretty high too.

I rescheduled mine for this Friday so I can find out sooner. Fingers crossed!

MegJ17 · January 2014

sascott520 said:
I scored 188 on my 1-hour. Epic fail! Since it was so high, I'm skipping the 3-hour and meeting with a dietician next week to discuss GD management. So bummed...

That number isn't crazy high. Hopefully you can control it with diet.

Rrrrrachel · January 2014

Yeah I got a 189 and still had to take the three hour!

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