Gestational Diabetes Support
Had my 28 week glucose test and got the sad call that I do have GD. I’ve gotten through the main grieving stage now (so many emotions!) but wanted to start a chain in this chat for those who are also being diagnosed with GD.
My key worry was the risk to my baby, and the higher chance of not having the birth I wanted. But GD isn’t permanent, and can be managed if you take it seriously & make changes 🩷 so for those who are getting their diagnosis, remember that it’s not your fault & it doesn’t define your birth. I mean, it sucks!!! But it’s only for a short amount of time 🩷 we can do this! 💪🏼
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I also got the call today but we got this! 😊
I got the call a couple of weeks ago, it isn't ideal but it's more common that you think unfortunately and so many people get through it okay☺️
I went to mine and felt awful after the drink, couldn’t stay away so drowsy and passed out in the waiting room. Woke up for my 1 hr blood test with sweat and my heart rate all over the place vomited a bit but they still took blood. Afterwards i vomited again so we had to reschedule the test.
The results for the first 2 tests were low. After 1 hrs from drinking the juice my level was 3.5 which now i understand why i was feeling awful.
But then they won’t give me treatment yet until i finish the test or do test myself at home in case i failed the second one and i am worried. I ve been telling them i feel like some food is making me not feel well and now i understand why
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Gestational Diabetes Support
Had my 28 week glucose test and got the sad call that I do have GD. I’ve gotten through the main grieving stage now (so many emotions!) but wanted to start a chain in this chat for those who are also being diagnosed with GD.
My key worry was the risk to my baby, and the higher chance of not having the birth I wanted. But GD isn’t permanent, and can be managed if you take it seriously & make changes 🩷 so for those who are getting their diagnosis, remember that it’s not your fault & it doesn’t define your birth. I mean, it sucks!!! But it’s only for a short amount of time 🩷 we can do this! 💪🏼
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