As Jennifer said in her post we did get some pictures of Sarah today. Here they are for your viewing pleasure!!!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
In a much better mood today
Well, today is a better day! We went to the doctor this morning and did our 4-D ultrasound. Sarah cooperated a little better today and we got a few pictures, but she is now completely breech instead of being horizontal. I don't care, as long as she is comfortable and healthy -- which she appears to be! :)
The doctor still really wasn't pleased with my blood sugar numbers, so he prescribed a form of long-lasting insulin that I will take at night before bedtime. Yes, one more needle going into my body. But that's okay. I'm fine with it now. Whatever works!
I also asked for a referral to a diabetic educator. It turns out that it got overlooked at my last appointment and that I should have been referred to one as soon as I got diagnosed. Well ... imagine that?! Going to someone immediately to learn about your problems, rather than waiting 2 weeks and having countless mental breakdowns?! So, the nurse called the diabetic center and the lady was actually able to see me right then. We waited on her, she came and got us, and then we went to her office. Needless to say, when you have correct and accurate knowledge, anything seems doable! After speaking with her for almost 2 hours, Michael and I both feel better about the situation. She explained to me the things that I'm supposed to watch out for, the information to look for on nutritional labels, and most important ... she gave me a new glucometer that doesn't hurt my fingers!!! Yeah!
So, things seem much more manageable now. It will still be hard and I still have to figure out what works best for me, but at least for now, things seem to be looking up! I go back in one week so that they can see my numbers and see how I have reacted with the insulin. But, stress also makes the numbers go up higher, and I have definitely been feeling stressed. So hopefully, things are looking better. No, in fact, I am saying that things are better. I feel relief from knowing more, knowing that Sarah is doing well, and just have more peace of mind today -- and that is half the battle!
Thank you for your prayers and support. Also, thanks Jennifer for including us on your blog ... I'm thinking girl! :)
The doctor still really wasn't pleased with my blood sugar numbers, so he prescribed a form of long-lasting insulin that I will take at night before bedtime. Yes, one more needle going into my body. But that's okay. I'm fine with it now. Whatever works!
I also asked for a referral to a diabetic educator. It turns out that it got overlooked at my last appointment and that I should have been referred to one as soon as I got diagnosed. Well ... imagine that?! Going to someone immediately to learn about your problems, rather than waiting 2 weeks and having countless mental breakdowns?! So, the nurse called the diabetic center and the lady was actually able to see me right then. We waited on her, she came and got us, and then we went to her office. Needless to say, when you have correct and accurate knowledge, anything seems doable! After speaking with her for almost 2 hours, Michael and I both feel better about the situation. She explained to me the things that I'm supposed to watch out for, the information to look for on nutritional labels, and most important ... she gave me a new glucometer that doesn't hurt my fingers!!! Yeah!
So, things seem much more manageable now. It will still be hard and I still have to figure out what works best for me, but at least for now, things seem to be looking up! I go back in one week so that they can see my numbers and see how I have reacted with the insulin. But, stress also makes the numbers go up higher, and I have definitely been feeling stressed. So hopefully, things are looking better. No, in fact, I am saying that things are better. I feel relief from knowing more, knowing that Sarah is doing well, and just have more peace of mind today -- and that is half the battle!
Thank you for your prayers and support. Also, thanks Jennifer for including us on your blog ... I'm thinking girl! :)
Sunday, September 14, 2008
It's been a while ...
I know that I haven't been good at blogging lately; I'm sorry, but I've had a lot on my mind. First of all, I went a few weeks ago and did my glucose screening test. Well, I failed that miserably! The 1 hour finger stick came back at 204 -- they wanted it at 139 or less. The next week, I went to do the 3 hour glucose tolerance test. Well, I failed that one too. So, now I am officially diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
I am trying hard to come to terms with it all. It has been 2 weeks since I was told. The doctor told me at that time that he was borderline with going ahead and prescribing insulin, or letting me try the diet. Well, we basically talked him into letting us try the diet. It really isn't bad. In fact, its a lot of food. For instance, breakfast should consist of 2 starches, 1 protein, 1 dairy, 1 fruit and 1 fat. So, I've had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich some mornings. That isn't bad, but I'm still missing a fruit. I'm having to test my blood sugar 5 times a day. Once in the morning, right after I wake up, and 2 hours after each meal, and again at bedtime. Well, the numbers at wake-up should be under 90 and the ones after meals should be under 120. Needless to say, my fasting (wake-up numbers) have been over 90 every day. Also, my meal time numbers have been over 120 for at least 1-2 meals per day.
I've been having a really hard time struggling with the fact that I am not being able to do it on my own. I think that is why I haven't really felt like writing anything about it. Sure, I can put on a good front and tell you that I'm doing fine. But at home, I'm sad and mopey and upset because I'm potentially putting my precious baby girl at risk. I'm supposed to take care of her and provide her a safe living environment until she's born, but lately I feel like i'm doing a crappy job of keeping her safe. Michael always says the right things and cheers me up and motivates me, but I still feel depressed about it.
I am going to discuss it with the doctor when we go on Wednesday, but I feel certain that I'll be on medication by the end of the week and this time I'm not going to fight him on it. I can't do it by myself.
In other exciting/frustrating news ... 2 weeks ago we tried to see Sarah on the 4-D ultrasound. However, true to form, little bit wanted to hide! She kept her hands and feet in front of her face the entire time!! However, we will try again on Wednesday. I hope she cooperates this time. Her momma needs to see her and know that she's doing fine in her little temporary home! In other news, the ultrasound did tell us that she weighed 3.2 pounds and was measuring a week and a half ahead of schedule. Also, she was sitting completely horizontal at this time. Granted, there is still plenty of time for her to shift; but, if she were to be born today, she'd be considered breech and a c-section baby!
Other fun happenings!!!
Michael and I went to the Greek Festival on Friday night. It was so much fun. Michael had never been before, and he had a great time. We had wonderful food, saw some Greek dancing and had lots of fun! On Saturday, we went to Babypalooza at Brookwood Mall. This is basically a big event that highlights all sorts of baby vendors (photographers, stores, furniture, etc) in the Birmingham area. We collected lots of "baby bucks" from the vendors and used it to "buy" some stuff at the Ultimate Baby Shower. We "bought" a set of infant toys/rattles and also some swaddling blankets. We also got to eat lunch with our good friends -- Amy, Keith and Tyler. Tyler turned a year old last week. He raced in the diaper derby on Saturday and won! We are so proud of him!!
Also of note, I have two baby showers that are coming up soon. One is given to me by some of my very best friends from church and Michael's sister is hosting the second one that will be more for just family. I'm excited about seeing all of the wonderful things that people give to us and to Sarah. We are blessed to have so many wonderful friends.
Well, I know that this post has been really long, but you've been asking what's going on ... so there you have it! I'll let you know later this week if little miss sarah cooperates for her close-up on Wednesday. Have a great day!
I am trying hard to come to terms with it all. It has been 2 weeks since I was told. The doctor told me at that time that he was borderline with going ahead and prescribing insulin, or letting me try the diet. Well, we basically talked him into letting us try the diet. It really isn't bad. In fact, its a lot of food. For instance, breakfast should consist of 2 starches, 1 protein, 1 dairy, 1 fruit and 1 fat. So, I've had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich some mornings. That isn't bad, but I'm still missing a fruit. I'm having to test my blood sugar 5 times a day. Once in the morning, right after I wake up, and 2 hours after each meal, and again at bedtime. Well, the numbers at wake-up should be under 90 and the ones after meals should be under 120. Needless to say, my fasting (wake-up numbers) have been over 90 every day. Also, my meal time numbers have been over 120 for at least 1-2 meals per day.
I've been having a really hard time struggling with the fact that I am not being able to do it on my own. I think that is why I haven't really felt like writing anything about it. Sure, I can put on a good front and tell you that I'm doing fine. But at home, I'm sad and mopey and upset because I'm potentially putting my precious baby girl at risk. I'm supposed to take care of her and provide her a safe living environment until she's born, but lately I feel like i'm doing a crappy job of keeping her safe. Michael always says the right things and cheers me up and motivates me, but I still feel depressed about it.
I am going to discuss it with the doctor when we go on Wednesday, but I feel certain that I'll be on medication by the end of the week and this time I'm not going to fight him on it. I can't do it by myself.
In other exciting/frustrating news ... 2 weeks ago we tried to see Sarah on the 4-D ultrasound. However, true to form, little bit wanted to hide! She kept her hands and feet in front of her face the entire time!! However, we will try again on Wednesday. I hope she cooperates this time. Her momma needs to see her and know that she's doing fine in her little temporary home! In other news, the ultrasound did tell us that she weighed 3.2 pounds and was measuring a week and a half ahead of schedule. Also, she was sitting completely horizontal at this time. Granted, there is still plenty of time for her to shift; but, if she were to be born today, she'd be considered breech and a c-section baby!
Other fun happenings!!!
Michael and I went to the Greek Festival on Friday night. It was so much fun. Michael had never been before, and he had a great time. We had wonderful food, saw some Greek dancing and had lots of fun! On Saturday, we went to Babypalooza at Brookwood Mall. This is basically a big event that highlights all sorts of baby vendors (photographers, stores, furniture, etc) in the Birmingham area. We collected lots of "baby bucks" from the vendors and used it to "buy" some stuff at the Ultimate Baby Shower. We "bought" a set of infant toys/rattles and also some swaddling blankets. We also got to eat lunch with our good friends -- Amy, Keith and Tyler. Tyler turned a year old last week. He raced in the diaper derby on Saturday and won! We are so proud of him!!
Also of note, I have two baby showers that are coming up soon. One is given to me by some of my very best friends from church and Michael's sister is hosting the second one that will be more for just family. I'm excited about seeing all of the wonderful things that people give to us and to Sarah. We are blessed to have so many wonderful friends.
Well, I know that this post has been really long, but you've been asking what's going on ... so there you have it! I'll let you know later this week if little miss sarah cooperates for her close-up on Wednesday. Have a great day!
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