Gestational Diabetes...

Re: Gestational Diabetes...

• ASalsgiver2010 member

  June 2015

  I have it and I can promise it isn't horrible! Just follow the diet which isn't too hard just more annoying then anything.

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• ASalsgiver2010 member

  June 2015

  Feel free to message me with any questions!

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• mrsdhouse89 member

  June 2015

  I had it with my first and became pre diabetic (which isn't the norm so don't let that scare you). I failed it by one with my son as well, you'll probably have to cut out pasta or really reduce your serving size. I had to monitor my sugars every two hours after eating. Fasting sugars should be under 100 and two hours after eating sugars should read under 120. I won't be taking the test this time around since I already monitor my sugars for my pre diabetes- the doc said its safe to say I'm gestational again based off my latest readings the past few weeks.
  
  I'll be walking more bc that helps mine stay lower and I've reduced my serving sizes in meals (hardest part when pregnant) and limiting sugary or carb filled meals to one 'cheat' day. Thankfully, my husbands familiar with this lifestyle since his mom is type 1 diabetic and it's helped a lot having him as a support system.
  
  He's cutting out all the things I can't have (you'll learn what foods your body just can't handle as far as the carb or sugar goes) so it's easier for me to adjust back to being a little more strict with my diet.
  
  Just remember not each carb or sugar is created equally. Fruit is a better carb/sugar option than say candy (that one is obvious but to some isn't), your body will break them down differently.
  
  When it gets hard just remember baby needs these changes, it's what I do when I'm having a harder day about not getting eat what I'm craving.
  
  Best of luck, message me anytime if you want.

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• millereliz13 member

  June 2015

  I was diagnosed at 11 weeks. It's a challenge for sure, but once you learn what you can and can't handle, it gets easier.

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• LuiOchosa member

  June 2015

  I don't have it but I have some knowledge about gestational diabetes. Just be sure to follow what your dietitian says. It's very important to do so because some gestational diabetes carry on to diabetes type 2, which is not so good sorry to say.
  
  Try to avoid eating more than you should be. Also try lessening your intake of simple sugars. (OuO)b
  
  You can do it!

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• Mariefg2 member

  June 2015

  I have it, it isn't the worst thing in the world. I have honestly lost a lot of weight just being on the suggested meal plan. 

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• myxunyamaexiong member

  June 2015

  @ASalsgiver2010 ck your msg
  
  Thanks everyone for your imput

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