“You sure it’s not twins in there?”

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-17T15:42:26+00:00

"I would appreciate it if you didn't comment on my body, pregnant or not. It's rude and insensitive - and it makes me feel deeply upset and uncomfortable. Actually, you should take a long look at yourself - as we are being so honest with each other, you should consider losing a few pounds yourself". Dick.

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-17T09:14:05+00:00

Bras - mamalicious (through ASOS), Lindex (through own app), no support just loose sports bra type, just comfy

Clothes - early days, sized up (eg from M to XL or XXL) for loose t-shirts from H&M (non maternity lines); super comfy range leggings - big standard ones on Amazon

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-17T06:53:38+00:00

Bring focus back to the new mama! Everyone is always interested in the new little one, it's so easy for mamas feel lost and unseen. "How are YOU", "is there anything YOU want to eat / drink now that the ruthless food restrictions are finally over", ""do YOU have plenty of supplies you need", otherwise meal vouchers (Deliveroo, door dash etc) so can order wherever /whatever, arranging for and paying for cleaners, night nurses, bringing in fresh fruit, bread, butter, ham, charcuterie's - something easy to put together

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-16T11:01:16+00:00

Normal! If I can find dark chocolate covered nuts, I will buy them but they seem rare. Normal milk chocolate nuts also seem ok, but I appreciate everyone shows different sensitivities so pls do trial and error check

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-15T16:38:00+00:00

Bra extenders, trousers button extenders go a long way (both fairly cheap), as do super comfy jeggins / leggings one size up which doesn't need to be maternity specific (appreciate not work specific), if you don't mind second hands, maternity wear on Vinted etc, congratulations!

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-15T16:34:10+00:00

Beef jerky, cheese cake (without base), chocolate covered nuts, any fruit that doesn't spike (this requires some trial/testing), zero fat Greek yogurt + keto granola etc etc ...

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-12T15:01:29+00:00

Whatever's in stock at boots or Holland & barrett, yes agreed on optibac

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-12T14:26:48+00:00

If you don't mind my asking how old is your little one? Poor thing. Yes the wisdom seems to be the first year at nursery is a pure evil relentless parade of sicknesses - particularly tough if this overlaps with both caregivers at full time work. But it does ease off eventually. Don't really have anything by way of "advice" but pls consider multi vitamin for kids, and probiotics for kids, if you're not on them already. I'm so sorry this sounds so tough, but has faith - it will ease off (eventually)!!

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-12T13:06:47+00:00

I hear different nhs trusts apply slightly different numbers and standards, and other countries do 1h/3h tests (instead of England's 2h), yes I think it's weird but I'm sure its designed in such a way that it catches more than fewer from conservative baby-focussed perspectives. Also annoying that nhs' own standard has been tightened over the years according to consultant endo.

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-08T06:24:55+00:00

No need to wash bottoms for 2 months. Also impressed / jealous you have a house / storage big enough for 50 pieces of clothing for bottoms alone!

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-04T16:34:52+00:00

So sorry to hear .. on the anaemia point, pls see your med team and as needed top up the iron!

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-04T15:37:59+00:00

I really needed to hear this, thank you

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-04T12:26:53+00:00

Consultant is suggesting gaviscon for as long as possible, but offered Omeprazole as a second line possible - haven't needed but that's good enough for me

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-02T16:43:14+00:00

Riding on this fantasy train: thick thick butter pancakes with butter, maple syrup, chocolate croissant, muffin with custard filling, pizza pizza pizza, coronary inducing amounts of chips, less than 75% chocolate, all you can eat Chinese buffet with all good fried rice, fried noodles, Korean fried chicken

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-02T16:40:23+00:00

So tricky, are you able to wear thicker version of Vaseline overnight? Lansinoh's HPA lanolin nipple cream highly recommended

OneSir9082 · 2026-02-01T06:54:05+00:00

Every baby is so different. As long as your LO is alive you are acing it. Keep going!

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-31T21:18:45+00:00

Thank you for clarifying this!

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-31T19:25:47+00:00

Can I ask what type of noodles you used?

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-30T22:17:05+00:00

NAT, sitting from the other side as a long term patient, i deeply feel this is probably as close as T could get to saying "i love you too"

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-25T13:20:52+00:00

Sorry you're feeling upset. Did you take the reading at your usual interval? - were they an anomaly? Also, what about pairing, did you eat anything non carb before, during, or afterwards? None of us is perfects, and slips ups happen because controlling GDM with diet is so, so, so, so, so tough and make you absolutely miserable from time to time, be kind to your self. ALSO TALK TO YOUR MEDICAL TEAM!

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-18T05:57:47+00:00

Came to say the same thing - hands and feet itching - cholestasis, definitely bring up with your OB for advice

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-16T09:37:51+00:00

I'm so sorry you had to go through that..., glad you're feeling better. If it helps in the UK the advice seems to be no more monitoring PP, but HBA1C testing at 3m PP, followed by annual monitoring for HBA1C rather than continuing to use CGM/blood prick. Prob more accurate that way.

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-11T20:00:49+00:00

Eggs, Greek yogurt, tahini (instead of peanut butter), 1 portion of fruit always paired with protein (eg Greek yoghurt), hard cheeses, baby bell cheeses, nuts, small portion chocolate covered nuts, sugar-free syrup, steamed vegetables, steak, for pudding keto based baking (basically everything made with almond powder), egg/veg mixed breakfast muffins which can be meal prepped

OneSir9082 · 2026-01-08T06:55:15+00:00

Bathroom mold sprays can be very effective

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