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Post by acarpediem on Oct 11, 2017 4:42:35 GMT -6
I know a ton of you are nearing the test soon but what STM has had gestational diabetes in their first pregnancy? I was diagnosed super early at 18 Weeks this time. Good news I won’t have to take that awful drink test. I was borderline last pregnancy and just had a few check in’s.
So far I’m testing 6x a day and mandatory meeting with midwife every 15 days. When we meet, they say my numbers are fine globally yet still act like I’m doing something wrong. I don’t get it??? My question is what were your numbers like??? TIA
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Post by aprilz81 on Oct 11, 2017 7:43:22 GMT -6
I had it with Ava, but only had to deal with it for about 3 weeks between diagnosis and her early delivery.
My OB wanted me to do 4 checks each day, fasting and two hours after every meal. The target number was at/below 120 for each. Even when I only had a few carbs my numbers would be in the 125-130 range so the week before we delivered my OB put me on an oral medication to help.
My Dad is diabetic so my mom was as huge resource to me and helped reassure me that even if I was a little over 120 that the numbers I was getting were not high enough to do damage to me or Ava. It was still frustrating because when I have a target like that I want to hit it EVERY SINGLE TIME and I could never figure out what combination of foods would let me be under 120 after meals.
I'm working under the assumption I will have it again due to all my risk factors (family history, age, pre-pregnancy weight, PCOS, GD with prior pregnancy) and while I'm not dreading it I'm not looking forward to it. I love carbs. LOVE CARBS. I struggled with finding enough things to eat that didn't feel boring.
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Post by acarpediem on Oct 11, 2017 8:33:23 GMT -6
aprilz81 Thank you for that info. I’m glad to know that I’m not doing any crazy damage to my child. I know my numbers are under 120 so I’m good but I wish I could figure out why they are being so intense. I’m just going to chalk it up to cultural difference.
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Post by aprilz81 on Oct 11, 2017 9:02:05 GMT -6
Even if you have an occasional super high number it won't do damage. The damage to you and baby is when it is uncontrolled for long periods of time. If your numbers are usually below 120 I would try not to worry and ask at your next appointment why they are being so cautious. I agree that you should be monitored because while your numbers are fine now that could change as the pregnancy progresses, but it sounds like they may be over the top with their concern.
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Post by maddisonrose on Oct 11, 2017 13:12:36 GMT -6
I have GD this time around and test when I wake up, and before and after every meal. It was very clear after a few days mine was hormonal because only my fasting and pre meal numbers were high. I don't have highs anytime after I eat but still most days I have at least 1 pre meal number that's out of range. I've been taking insulin for a few weeks now and expect it to get increased as the hormones start ramping up now.
As far as eating goes it's a major struggle, But it's just a mental struggle. Only a few months left to go and you won't have to be too strict. Gestational diabetes U.K. Has some great recipes. Also, not sure if you are familiar with a ketogenic diet style but you can find a ton of good information on recipes and food etc. GL and hang in there!
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