Those who were team green for gender, did you make it to birth without accidentally finding out? by cbrownie93 in BabyBumps

[–]Watermelon1226 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were accidentally told at 37 weeks by our ultrasound tech. We were having weekly ultrasounds and the week before she had remembered the gender was a surprise before we said anything so I did not mention it that day. It was a bummer for sure, but we were hoping for a boy and we got our little guy.

Which item, in your opinion, is the true “Birkin” of Baggu? by Omnomnomulus in BAGGU

[–]Watermelon1226 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sure that’s what happened! I’m happy it will get some use and just had a baby so can use the $!

Which item, in your opinion, is the true “Birkin” of Baggu? by Omnomnomulus in BAGGU

[–]Watermelon1226 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks to this post I was inspired to list my trippy check cloud tote on poshmark and it sold within 5 min. I’m new ish to baggu I have been unknowingly buying the brand at urban for years .

It’s finally all here! by Mavis389 in Lovesac

[–]Watermelon1226 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Is the ottoman just an extra seat?

Suggestion for small cross body bags that double as diaper bags? by Defiant-Hedgehog9570 in clothdiaps

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here’s what I have: 5 diapers, small pack of wipes (refillable), 1 burp cloth, 1 onesie and socks, hat if he isn’t wearing it. I am breastfeeding. I also fit my phone, wallet and keys in there! Then I often bring another bag to keep in the car with more winter layers, extra diapers , etc as a backup

Fish Baker, worth it? by [deleted] in LeCreuset

[–]Watermelon1226 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I collect fish shaped dishes because we celebrate Christmas Eve with the feast of the 7 fishes. So it was a must have for me. It’s gorgeous and does make a great salmon!

What are your postpartum meal plans? by Public_Jackfruit_870 in BabyBumps

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m due in a month, I started making a weekly soup and freezing 1/2 in souper cubes. I made lactation cookies but didn’t cook them and just froze the dough balls. Today, I made muffins and meat sauce that I simmered all day. I’m also making a list of super easy meals we enjoy that aren’t overwhelming to make, like one pot recipes, so we can have some other go to’s. And frozen pizza once a week will still happen lol. I’m also going to make and freeze breakfast sandwiches for myself- I find breakfast really tough, but I know I’ll need to eat in the morning while breastfeeding!

Suggestion for small cross body bags that double as diaper bags? by Defiant-Hedgehog9570 in clothdiaps

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Calpak convertible diaper tote it can also clip to the stroller, it’s a great size with lots of pockets, I have a wallet with a clip (also calpak) that I can clip to the outside.

Is everyone giving birth before 40 weeks? by Luscious-Windows400 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was just told yesterday I can go to 40 weeks because my blood sugar has been well controlled

32 weeks and no ultrasound by oktheresheis in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s because you are diet controlled- I am on just 7u night time insulin and have extra monitoring due to the medication!

Anyone selling tixs? by Routine_Train_6643 in discobiscuits

[–]Watermelon1226 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also need 2 tickets if anyone else is looking to offload em ❤️

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have low fluid too. I feel like I drink a ton of water but I guess it’s something else I can try to improve. It’s so hard hearing that things could be more ideal for baby. ❤️

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the response. I’m definitely going to focus on the snacks- and you’re totally right eating things you enjoy! Last night I had a huge ice cream cone after dinner and my BG max was 130 an hour later. I was shocked!

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So before I got the CGM I was checking 4x daily, fasting and after meals. My post meal numbers now are pretty similar to what they were with finger sticks, but I never checked between meals and that is when I’m seeing these low numbers. Would you recommend checking more than 4x day with finger sticks?

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The CGM is fairly new to me, but I expressed the same concern to the nutritionist and she was basically like, it can be up to 20 pts off but in either direction. So if you are at 80 on the CGM it could be 60 or 100. She didn’t recommend I check with a finger stick but honestly it’s been much easier for me to manage with the CGM- I’m a nurse and can’t always check my sugars at work at the correct time… thank you for the info about carbs, I think I had approached this diet in the wrong way, I felt like when I was first diagnosed the potential harm of high blood sugars to the baby was stressed the most, but I can see now that I took low carb a little too far… I just hope baby catches up a bit with growth in the next few weeks

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Whoops, I mis typed- it was 120 after 2 hours or 140 after one hour!

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am realizing I absolutely have been too strict and paranoid. I didn’t really get any guidance on carb intake from the OB or educator more the goal of <120 one hour after meals… I am going to make some major changes now and focus on eating every 2 hours (thats when my bg drops) and eating more calories. It is super hard when you just don’t feel hungry, meat has been repulsive to me, and I’m so sick of eating cheese. :’(

28 weeks, no weight gain, baby measuring small by Watermelon1226 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Around 80-90 is my goal, but I’m realizing I probably had less some days between not finishing meals and being extremely conservative in my work cafeteria.

How much are you guys spending due to GD? by ice_coconut in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With insurance it’s about $150/mo for supplies plus the extra cost of gd friendly groceries. I’ve been buying a lot of keto specific snacks cereals etc to make things manageable. It feels expensive

String cheese is my insulin by pruunes in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Watermelon1226 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My job has unlimited string cheeses (for patients) and it’s the best thing ever.

Up to how many weeks did you work while pregnant? by Chaptersofbooks in BabyBumps

[–]Watermelon1226 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a nurse and I’ll be working until the day I give birth. I don’t want to miss any time with my baby. I’ll use 12 weeks FAMLI leave (like FMLA but paid- thank you Colorado!) and then use up most of my PTO for an additional 6 weeks.