i know for some people that might signify a naughty word, however, in my world, it signifies our next challenge.
After my doctor’s appointment, i was asked to take the glucose tolerance test early. Believe me, i didn’t want to do it, mostly because i was afraid that i would get sick from the taste of the juice; but because our doctor was convincing in that it would benefit us to take it, i went ahead with the test. First off, the juice was not horrible at all. It tasted like orange soda. i didn’t do well on the test and was asked to do the 3-hour glucose tolerance test. i scheduled it for the following week, and made plans to be out of work for half a day.
i went in first thing in the morning and took the test. For three hours i sat in the lab and waited as they drew blood every hour on the hour. The staff was very nice, and even joked with me as we became more familiar with each other as the day wore on. After my test, i needed to stop by the nurse’s department and look into an insurance claim, and while i was there, the nurse suggested we pull up the test results. i couldn’t believe how quickly they were back. i hadn’t even been away from the lab more than 15 minutes! Her reaction astounded me, when she said it was high, and that i would need to see the dietitian, regarding Gestational Diabetes. i have been doing VERY well eating healthily since i’ve been pregnant, so this was a shock to me. Before i got pregnant, i could eat an entire bag of candy on my own; but since conception, i hadn’t even craved chocolate! What was wrong? Surely there must be some mistake. i went to see the dietitian, then the diabetic nurse, watched a video, and went to the pharmacy to pick up my glucometer and testing supplies. i really couldn’t believe all this was happening. Before i knew it, it was 3:30. i had arrived at the hospital at 8:30 that morning. i hadn’t even eaten! When i noticed that there were about 19 people in line before me, i decided to leave the pharmacy and grab some lunch, then come back with a full stomach, and better dispostition to sit and wait on my supplies. i wasn’t able to leave until 5:30 and after plenty of aggravation regarding my supply order. Sometimes computers cause more confusion than good!
Anyway, when i got home, i explained it all to Beef, who was instantly alarmed, but felt a little better after we discussed it. Our parents are understandably concerned, since my overall health has been so good, and i really haven’t had a single complaint about this pregnancy. They know that i am in good hands, between the four people managing my condition and my husband, who all have our best health interests in mind. So for now, i just monitor my blood sugars and watch my diet. i have been given special restrictions, but nothing i can’t live with. Well, maybe… i’m not allowed liquid sugars! That’s going to be the hardest thing for me. i love my soda and sweet tea and coffee with plenty of sugar in it… but whatever it takes, i’m willing to do for our baby.
Your prayers are certainly appreciated.
i went in first thing in the morning and took the test. For three hours i sat in the lab and waited as they drew blood every hour on the hour. The staff was very nice, and even joked with me as we became more familiar with each other as the day wore on. After my test, i needed to stop by the nurse’s department and look into an insurance claim, and while i was there, the nurse suggested we pull up the test results. i couldn’t believe how quickly they were back. i hadn’t even been away from the lab more than 15 minutes! Her reaction astounded me, when she said it was high, and that i would need to see the dietitian, regarding Gestational Diabetes. i have been doing VERY well eating healthily since i’ve been pregnant, so this was a shock to me. Before i got pregnant, i could eat an entire bag of candy on my own; but since conception, i hadn’t even craved chocolate! What was wrong? Surely there must be some mistake. i went to see the dietitian, then the diabetic nurse, watched a video, and went to the pharmacy to pick up my glucometer and testing supplies. i really couldn’t believe all this was happening. Before i knew it, it was 3:30. i had arrived at the hospital at 8:30 that morning. i hadn’t even eaten! When i noticed that there were about 19 people in line before me, i decided to leave the pharmacy and grab some lunch, then come back with a full stomach, and better dispostition to sit and wait on my supplies. i wasn’t able to leave until 5:30 and after plenty of aggravation regarding my supply order. Sometimes computers cause more confusion than good!
Anyway, when i got home, i explained it all to Beef, who was instantly alarmed, but felt a little better after we discussed it. Our parents are understandably concerned, since my overall health has been so good, and i really haven’t had a single complaint about this pregnancy. They know that i am in good hands, between the four people managing my condition and my husband, who all have our best health interests in mind. So for now, i just monitor my blood sugars and watch my diet. i have been given special restrictions, but nothing i can’t live with. Well, maybe… i’m not allowed liquid sugars! That’s going to be the hardest thing for me. i love my soda and sweet tea and coffee with plenty of sugar in it… but whatever it takes, i’m willing to do for our baby.
Your prayers are certainly appreciated.
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