I just found out I have gestational diabetes. I am totally blindsided, as I didn't have it when I was preggo a year and a half ago with the bean, have no family history and none of the risk factors. I don't know why this time would be different.
I'm really upset about it. I don't know how I am going to completely revamp my diet and do good knows what else while taking care of the bean and being exhausted from being pregnant.
I just feel like after the last couple years, with both my grandparents dying and my dad dying that I can't take any more emotionally, but that the crap just keeps on coming. It's like I just can't bear anymore, but tough luck, I have to,.
devastated
August 15th, 2009 at 01:16 am
August 15th, 2009 at 01:21 am 1250295687
Your doctor should hook you up with a nutritionist, and if that isn't initiated, you should ask.
Once you get your sugar under control, you will probably have more energy. I never had it, but my very good friend did. Those crazy sugar levels can affect everything: mood, fatigue, exhaustion.
I'm sending many good thoughts your way!
August 15th, 2009 at 01:27 am 1250296069
August 15th, 2009 at 01:52 am 1250297566
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August 15th, 2009 at 02:24 am 1250299450
You can do it. And congratulations on the new baby on the way.
August 15th, 2009 at 02:41 am 1250300487
August 15th, 2009 at 03:29 am 1250303380
My doctor was always nagging me about sugar in my urine my second pregnancy. Of course, that said, Type 2 Diabetes does run in my family - but so does obesity - and I am certainly not obese. It never amounted to much more (I guess it could be an early sign), but yeah, your body can behave very differently each time. I remember my doctor always asking if I ate sweets before my appointment. ??? Um, no?
Just one more thing to deal with - that's life - hang in there!
August 15th, 2009 at 05:02 am 1250308978
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August 15th, 2009 at 01:54 pm 1250340888
That sucks ... but you'll make it, and in the end you get a precious bundle of joy. Take care and relax!
August 15th, 2009 at 09:48 pm 1250369290
August 16th, 2009 at 04:19 am 1250392769
I agree with what one of the other posters said. GD is VERY common during pregnancy and while it can be a serious problem, YOU didn't do/not do anything to develop it. Being overly upset is just as dangerous to/for you and the baby as the GD can be. The following is directling from diabetes.org - - -
"While gestational diabetes is a cause for concern, the good news is that you and your health care team - your doctor, obstetrician, nurse educator, and dietitian - work together to lower your high blood glucose levels. And with this help, you can turn your concern into a healthy pregnancy for you, and a healthy start for your baby."
Good health and good luck!
August 17th, 2009 at 07:07 pm 1250532428