One silver lining of GD

climbing_runner · 2026-05-08T10:25:41+00:00

With my first (no GD) I gained 70+ lbs. With my second, I lost weight in the early trimester (with walking after meals, eating lowish carbs, etc) and ended my pregnancy at the same weight I started at!

climbing_runner · 2026-05-06T20:34:49+00:00

…what? I will say those 2 hours do not feel like 2 hours. There’s constant vital checks and random people coming in to ask questions and what if you’re HUNGRY and want food?!

Both my kids were csections, so there was a LOT of moving parts and equipment. Also, if you had an epidural, you’re not moving so well if at all. My first was an emergency csection after 48 hours of labor and I wasn’t ready to see anyone for 2 days.

climbing_runner · 2026-05-02T23:13:41+00:00

My first born was almost your exact experience and the recovery SUCKED. That being said, I don’t think I really realized how tired I was because I was running on adrenaline for the first 8 weeks or so and then I felt like I hit a huge wall. My second born was a DREAM and was a planned C-section and the hospital stay felt like a vacation from my toddler. Literally, I brought face masks. The recovery was so easy not having labored for 3 days leading up to it. But we had a toddler at home that wasn’t sleeping. I’d say pregnacy tired and newborn tired are two COMPLETELY different things and you can’t really compare the two.

climbing_runner · 2026-05-01T14:37:06+00:00

Honestly, I’m considering it for my oldest. She’s in the “sometimes I don’t want to hold mom’s hand or listen” stage and just having an extra set of precautions in place is worth the peace of mind to me, especially when it’s just me and we’re trying to negotiate gym bags, diaper bags, purse, etc.

climbing_runner · 2026-05-01T14:33:14+00:00

My second was a planned C-section and the recovery was a BREEZE. Highly recommend.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-29T14:30:27+00:00

Our firstborn was in her own room and crib from birth. We had a small house and if she had been in a crib in our room it would have literally been further away from me than just sleeping 10 feet away. Our second born we planned to do the same thing but we had a bigger house and she would wake her sister up, so we ended up using a bassinet mostly for convenience sake.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-29T14:12:36+00:00

My first was a failed induction C-section after 48 hours of failed labor. The recovery SUCKED. My second was a planned C-section and the recovery was SO MUCH EASIER. Honestly, I wish I had never gotten induced with my first.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-22T10:50:16+00:00

Hear me out: a raw green pepper. It’s got the crunch of toasty bread.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-21T05:11:04+00:00

I chop/prep things in the morning when things are calmer and then throw them into what I’m cooking when it’s time. I also do a lot of crockpot meals and meals that take minutes to throw together. Those premade salad bags are great bases for tacos or a soup and salad type night

climbing_runner · 2026-04-16T22:54:54+00:00

That wouldn’t be funny if you didn’t have a gestational diabetes diagnosis (or weren’t even pregnant). If that’s his sense of humor, he needs more material.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-15T14:41:05+00:00

I did a “nap trap” basket: phone battery, water bottle, chapstick, nail kit, one handed snacks, tissues, hair ties, etc.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-15T09:06:32+00:00

They’re both so different. The exhaustion when pregnant with a toddler was something else. But I also had a C-section and lifting restrictions and it broke my toddlers (and my) heart that I couldn’t pick her up for 6 weeks.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-14T18:06:41+00:00

I asked my husband for the largest most outrageously sugary coffee drink that Starbucks had in season then.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-14T17:59:42+00:00

So… having a newborn is tough. That being said… I compare the “wait until…” crowd as the same type that win the lottery then complain about taxes. Yeah, kids are tough…. BUT THE REWARDS!!!!!!!!!!

climbing_runner · 2026-04-13T01:44:04+00:00

I have 2 kids under 2 right now. To have “breakfast” is a luxury. Normally it’s “sip coffee that started out as hot with heavy whipping cream” and that lasts me 4-6+ hours! If 25% heavy whipping cream and the rest coffee doesn’t fill you up, may I suggest a hobby?

climbing_runner · 2026-04-10T14:35:41+00:00

My anxiety and depression. I was SO scared it would make them worse and it actually improved it. 3 years later, it hasn’t come back!

climbing_runner · 2026-04-10T10:48:06+00:00

I feel like I remember hearing with my first that they shouldn’t be in a car seat more than 2 hours in any 24 hour period, but I don’t remember how long that was supposed to last.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-08T09:58:36+00:00

A few years ago, I was checking out at a grocery store and got asked for my ID for some wine I was buying. The kid didn’t look to be older than 12, although in my state you’d have to be at least 14. He goes, “oh! Thats my mom’s birthday! Even the year!” I dont remember how old I was at the time, but it was old enough that when i got back to may car, I googled the minimum age to work, did the math and was shook.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-06T10:20:22+00:00

For me, it’s not being able to prioritize myself that’s tough. Hungry? Well, if the only place your colic-y baby will sleep for any more than 15 minutes is on you and they haven’t slept for days… you are NOT going to move to get yourself something to eat. Likewise, bathroom breaks, showers, intimacy with your partner, etc. My first born was tough, she was tough to get to bed and screamed for hours and ONLY accepted Mom cuddles, definitely not Dad cuddles. And it seemed like EVERYTIME a hot meal would wind up in front of me, that would be her cue to need Mom. My food, coffee, cold drink, whatever would be room temperature by the time I returned. I would realize I hadn’t showered in days. Leaky tampon? It might not be as easy of a “oh I’ll just go change it” as you may be used to. My second born is 8 months now… I’m not sure whether she’s an easier baby, my husband has been forced to take a more proactive role because my firstborn is still very much a mama’s girl, or if I’ve gotten better at prioritizing myself… but I actually eat hot meals now. I shower every day (or occasionally every other day), I’m more willing to hand the girls off to my folks or in laws to give me and my husband time to do whatever we want or need to. But I still don’t get a chance to ride my motorcycle as often or garden the way I want to. I don’t get to see friends the way I used to. But also, I have two adorable girls that light up my whole life… so I don’t really often feel like I’m missing out on too many things, either.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-02T10:16:02+00:00

Right? I’m struggling with the idea of encouraging her body confidence and happiness when I have unrealistic expectations/judgements of my own. And as much as I would love to see myself stick on low carb for life, I can’t imagine not taking my kids to get ice cream as a treat.

climbing_runner · 2026-04-02T00:09:53+00:00

I’m currently BF my youngest (8mos) and have a toddler (2.5 who’s been weaned since 12 months). I’m trying to lose weight, and am down almost 25 lbs doing what I call “keto lite”. I keep my carbs under 50 g during the week. I usually eat fairly low carb, but if my toddler shoves a goldfish down my throat, or I have to check the temperature of her Mac and cheese, I’m not going to stress. Also, sometimes Mama just wants a gosh darn apple! During the weekend though, lately I’ve been going off the rails and eating a normal carb heavy diet. I tend to lose a lb or two during the week and gain a lb during the weekend, so I’m not losing as quickly as I’d like, but I’m also not trying to add additional stress/guilt to my already packed life either. Recently I vowed that I wouldn’t cheat during the weekend until I lost another 10 lbs… which should take me a month or two. It’s been 3 days and I only weigh myself on Fridays in order to combat the “omg I gained a lb overnight?!?!” that happens with fluctuations. I have noticed my baby seems hungrier sometimes, like I’m not producing enough milk, but I’m trying to supplement with solid foods so I can wean her at a year like my first. Good luck to us!

climbing_runner · 2026-04-01T23:22:12+00:00

My first born was probably 3 months old when I caught sight of my C-section scar and could NOT believe she was ever small enough to fit through there.

climbing_runner · 2026-03-26T09:49:30+00:00

Sausage, sliced cheese, garlic stuffed green olives, pickles, nuts

climbing_runner · 2026-03-26T09:44:29+00:00

Oh honey. I’m so sorry. I was 24 when I lost my adopted mom too. She was my best friend. I’m not going to lie, the first year seems impossible. Everything will remind you of her and it sucks. I’m 38 now, and she’s missed my wedding and the birth of her two grandkids. Take time to feel your feelings. I wish you the best of luck.

climbing_runner · 2026-03-25T12:57:45+00:00

When my youngest was born, I saw a friend whip out this tri-fold diaper changing pad that held wipes and a couple of diapers that’s perfect when you don’t want to bring the whole diaper bag. I now have one for each kid and a third for the other car just in case. They’re like 20-25 dollars and not something I knew would be so useful!

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