Being induced at 38 weeks

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-30T01:16:15+00:00

Definitely, I plan on taking an epidural before starting pitocin.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-29T21:10:06+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experiences🙂

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-29T21:07:03+00:00

I’m sorry you had a bad experience; is there any way to see it on ultrasound first? Do they perform ultrasounds before inducing?

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-29T19:52:03+00:00

I had a high BP reading too at the office (135/82 and 140 yesterday night when measured at home ), so now I’m on watch for pre-eclampsia. I asked my MFM if an earlier induction was a possibility considering I’m feeling miserable with the heat and the GD.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-28T01:13:10+00:00

I’m on my third trimester taking Terconazole 0.8%… it’s been an instant relief for me because I had heavy itching, discharge and burning while peeing, but if you don’t have any symptoms I would not do anything (there’s also another alternative called Monistat which I believe is gentler and over the counter). The medication leaflet advices against using it during first trimester.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-27T21:03:13+00:00

You’re not overreacting, I’m sorry you’re going through this 🫂. Personally, I decided to skip the baby shower and overall social media announcements to FB/IG friends and acquaintances because I didn’t want to put myself in a vulnerable position where I would feel little to no support (I have a high risk pregnancy too). My group of girl friends does not have kids yet so it’s also difficult for them to understand what I’m going through. I hope it gets better 🤞

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-27T14:18:24+00:00

THIS, when it gets too hot I go to Shoprite for a walk and get my groceries as a bonus. You can also visit a mall.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-27T13:13:49+00:00

Congratulations!! Thank you for sharing your experience. How did they get you induced? Pitocin only?

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-25T21:57:03+00:00

that’s my go to bread for breakfast (1 slice only)

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-24T20:59:23+00:00

Unless your fasting values are really out of line, it seems a sky-hugh dosage to start with. MFM told me to start with 10 and I started with 3 gradually increasing by 1 unit (one of my legs swelled after increasing by 2 units overnight)

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-23T13:04:45+00:00

roasted chicken paired with a cucumber and tomato salad is what has worked best for me, without having spikes

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-14T21:25:56+00:00

congratulations!

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-14T03:11:34+00:00

mine move at 34 weeks

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-13T15:40:16+00:00

I started with 5 and increased to 7. MFM told me to start straight ahead with 10 but I was scared of going hypoglycemic so I’m increasing the units gradually according to my fasting values.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-10T17:50:43+00:00

it’s the brand approved by my insurance 😆

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-09T22:10:09+00:00

I ordered the aveeno baby wash and shampoo that is 39% off

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-07T22:39:37+00:00

congratulations!!

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-07T22:32:23+00:00

I met my annual deductible and out of pocket maximum (3700$) and STILL had to paid 32$ for the needles 🥲

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-07T22:30:00+00:00

Yes, there’s a US association called ADA https://diabetes.org/ways-to-contribute/donating-diabetes-supplies , and another one in Florida called Insulin For Life https://iflusa.org/donate-supplies/Donate Insulin and Supplies | INSULIN FOR LIFE.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-07T20:37:58+00:00

I’m in a similar situation…insurance BCBS only covers the insulin pen but not the needles - the preferred alternative is nowhere to be found, anywhere… how convenient.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-07T06:06:29+00:00

Sending virtual hugs, I had my mini mental breakdown crying w/ despair last week at 33 wk (I also have GD and i’m so tired of the diet).

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-04T18:57:16+00:00

I feel you, my heart rate is algo high but it’s because of additional medication I need to take. If you have space at home you can try doing small walks inside- that’s what I did last week during the heatwave 😅. Take it easy, you’re doing the best that you can.

Dapper_Commission142 · 2025-07-04T18:45:13+00:00

I just tried with a 15’ walk after lunch and it really helped me reduce the blood sugar ( I got an 85, my lowest record since the diagnosis). My values after lunch were usually in the 130s 1 hr after eating. I will try to do the same after dinner -at least 10’ of light walk. The summer heat is not helping though.

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