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@trugem: Its definitely not that you aren't doing everything right, regardless of what people may say or think. My SIL's boyfriend has type 1 since he was 18 months old, and it runs heavily on his side. Luckily, they have a daughter, and with everything else considered, she only has about a 10% chance of getting it. So far so good, but they are ready to deal with it if it happens. He's a great guy, but at 23, he is almost completely blind from it.
I wouldn't worry too much, and if you can, try not to even discuss it with his family if you think they will be judgemental
I hope everything goes well for you.
I would keep it to myself. Why do they need to know?
@trugem: Please don't think it is your fault! You can do everything perfectly and still get GD. There is a stigma about it and that is something you can't help. So sorry you have to deal with all the unwanted opinions, no one should have to deal with that, especially during such a stressful time. I'm praying for your second test and I hope everything will turn out fine for you and baby.
@MrsSl82be: Thank you!
@mwitter80: They are nosy. lol They will probably ask, but I don't plan on telling them if I have it.
@Mrs.ChubbyBunny: Thank you!
My baby has been fine. He is very active and dances to music. :) He is a very strong baby.
Mine was slightly elevated as well (anything over 140 needs to take the 3 hour test, and I was a 143). I was so upset I cried. Anyways, I dreaded the 3 hour test and was super nervous but I passed all 4 parts without any trouble. Good luck!
Tons of people pass the 3 hour. I would not be worried about it. I had GD and the hardest part was giving up my orange juice and my craving for fries with ketchup. If you d end up with it just remember moderation is key. Not everyone needs medication and it can be controlled by diet
@Tatum: Thanks! I didn't ask her my numbers but she said "slightly high". Maybe I wasn't that far off.
@Storm0075: Thank you for your advice. I have an aunt who had it. She doesn't have it now, but she couldn't have a vaginal birth because her baby was too large. I don't remember much because I was a child at the time.
We induced two days before he was due because we thought my guy was going to be too big. He turned out to be normal size, but there are plenty of normal sized GD babies. Keeoing the diabetes under control keeps their weight under control. I went on oral meds and it helped to mostly keep mine under contrl, did I mention a french fry craving? lol. DS was 7lbs, 13oz and he was showing large on the growth ultrasound, so don't let it scare you too much ;)
I'm sorry you have to take the three hour test. :( Definitely don't worry too much at this point, though. Most people still pass the 3 hour test, especially if just barely failed the 1 hour test.
In the meantime, have you heard about the Brewer's diet (I think that's what it's called)? It's a diet prescribed for women with GD, and while you don't need it at this point, learning more about what specific foods to eat/avoid may help calm your fears. :)
@trugem: A very small percent of women pass the 1 hour test, or so I've been told by my midwife, which is why I chose to opt out of it (and I have no risk factors). My older sister, who pre-pregnancy was 5'5, 125lbs - totally healthy (runner, did insanity workout EVERY day!), no family diabetes - she failed the first test and was really upset about it, but passed the second one. I'm sure you will, especially considering you were at a healthy weight before getting pregnant and aren't gaining an excessive amount of weight now. I'm sure you're fine!!
Also, screw the family lol don't even tell them if you have it, and I would honestly considering lying to them even if you do because that kind of pressure is not fair to you and you shouldn't have to go through that. Pregnancy is hard enough without everyone else breathing down your neck about what you are and aren't doing. As long as you and your doctor feel good about your diet/everything else you do, that's all that matters!
Bigs hugs to you and good luck on the next test!
@miss-spunkin: Thanks! That is good to know. I talked to my husband about it last night and he helped calm me down. We go to the doctor tomorrow and will ask more questions then.
@trugem: It isn't about if you're doing everything right.
But, I agree with miss spunkin, you might still be ok.
I hate blood test results. I feel like every time I get my results, I get one test that just doesn't make sense to me or freaks me out.
I know a lot of people who failed the one hour and passed the 3 hour...in face I think it's like 4/5 of the recently preggers friends that I have!!
Don't worry... TONS of people fail the 1-hr and pass the 3-hr. Also, YOU DON'T HAVE TO TELL HIS FAMILY if you are diagnosed with GD! It's perfectly fine to just keep that to yourself and your hubby!
@PasteMoo: Thank you!
@MrsDulce: Thank you!
@bluebonnet: Thank you!
I went to the doctor today. She told me that I had a 148 and her limit was 140. I will go tomorrow to get it over with. She should have the results by Monday.
@trugem: Good luck - I hope you passed with flying colors!
@Goldilocks1107: Thank you, but I couldn't take it this morning. I went to the lab, handed the lady my lab request slip, and did everything they said. About 30 minutes later, she called me up apologizing because she gave me the 1 hour test. Apparently, she didn't read my form and I couldn't finish the test today. :( I go again on Monday.
Update: Sorry it took so long. I've been waiting to see if my doctor would call. They never called so that means that I am in the clear. Thanks for your well wishes!
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Hi,
I took my GD 1 hour test. I received a call today saying that it is a little high and I need to take the 3 hour test. I am praying it is a mistake and it will all be okay, but I am a little down.
My family and my hubby's family have a history of diabetes. Due to this, we eat healthy and workout. Even though I am pregnant I have been watching what I eat and exercising as much as I can. I was at a healthy weight before I got pregnant and I am gaining weight at a "good" pace now.
If I end up with this GD, I know I will have a hard time with family over the holidays (particularly hubby's side). They are not the most healthy people, but I know they will condem me if I have it and make it seem like I am not doing something right. They were on me about my eating habits during early pregnancy and my hubby told them something to make them stop (I think he asked them what they ate and if they exercised each time they asked me lol).
At this point I don't know what to do if I have GD. It seems like I am damned if I do and damned if I don't because I have been doing everything "right" and I still have to retest.
I am having a Florida moment right now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ap5Sw3xsZhU
Thanks for letting me vent.