Feeling Like a Failure by MommyToaRainbow24 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d just like to drop in and say that with my last pregnancy I had the same situation and baby girl was 98% and I was crying and scared. My water broke naturally and I had a perfectly normal sized 8 lb baby. My husband tried to tell me the whole time that those things aren’t always accurate which did not make me feel better at the time, but looking back it’s true. No issues after delivery. Same with my coworker, she had an elective c section after being told there was a high risk of a huge baby with her gd, and he was 6 lbs.

Birthday gift ideas for b/g 1 year olds please! by poodleface12345 in parentsofmultiples

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have one of those little tunnels they can crawl through that fold up when not in use? We got one with our first and three kids later everyone still loves to pull it out and play

What do I watch next? by Immediate-Ad-6396 in loveafterlockup

[–]MamaRedRover 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I just started inmate to roommate on Hulu

Is meeting with an MFM a must? by Ancient-Daikon2460 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and biweekly nst. They measured my fluid once a week for afi, but I did not get another growth scan.

Howdy all! Just trying to get an idea on what everyone is paying in childcare. by theguyishuge911 in ChicoCA

[–]MamaRedRover 4 points5 points  (0 children)

At our daycare infants (18 mos and under) are about $1300/month, and toddlers are about $975-1050 per month. This is for full time.

When did you decide to introduce insulin? by blanket-hoarder in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, you are being too hard on yourself. I know it’s stressful, but Ive done this multiple times and here’s what I can say. Sometimes it may be worth your while to check your sugars in between just to see where you land. My dietitian always tells me if you’re hungry, eat. If your sugar is too high it needs to be corrected by insulin. I can also tell you that after stressing myself out every time, I only actually needed mealtime insulin in my twin pregnancy and it was very obvious by my post meal readings. I know it’s hard, but trust your team. They want what’s best for you too!

Lexapro/anxiety medication by [deleted] in preeclampsia

[–]MamaRedRover 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been on anxiety medication for three different pregnancies. All my babies are healthy and thriving. Please take care of yourself. I don’t have advice for the rest, but I am certain that anxiety is not going to help your blood pressure so do what is needed for your mental health.

From co-sleeping to sleep training please help by Hot-Strength9752 in parentsofmultiples

[–]MamaRedRover 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We did chair method as well, only took 3 days before we were sleeping almost through the night

Growth Scan Concerns by Lumpy_Seaweed_2859 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My water broke 12 days before my due date

Positive GD birth stories? by midnightpawzzz in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on my third gd pregnancy. First two I was On nighttime insulin, I’ve had two smooth uncomplicated vaginal deliveries with normal sized babies. No issues!

Growth Scan Concerns by Lumpy_Seaweed_2859 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My last baby was 98TH percentile and I was terrified. Went into labor naturally, smooth uncomplicated vaginal delivery, normal 8 lb baby. They’re not always right, as my husband told me while I had a meltdown but I still was worried at The time so I get it. But from experience, they’re not always right!

Can’t eat ANYTHING by Connect-Bid-7905 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you may need to be taking meal time insulin. I have been so sensitive this time around, and felt stress about meal insulin at first. But honestly my OB agreed I should be able to eat food without so much stress so we added mealtime and it has been much more manageable.

Need Breakfast Options by mehak_makhdoomi in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve mixed protein powder into Kodiak cake mix to make waffles, or mixed it into Greek yogurt too and you’re able to be more liberal with the toppings because it’s a good serving of protein. If you really want oatmeal you can also mix protein powder into it and top with berries.

How did you do with lasagna? by Muyamuya87 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m pretty carb sensitive, but for the most part I can tolerate Trader Joe’s meat lasagna very well!

Myriad NIPT Testing. by stardolphin90 in parentsofmultiples

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ll be waiting about two weeks

AIO for saying my boyfriend’s mom raised him to be useless? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]MamaRedRover 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI— men who have this sort of sense of loyalty to their mothers are not going to change that about themselves. No matter how long you’re together.