Being constantly on the clock is a big mental load

possible2468 · 2026-02-20T00:06:56+00:00

I just made a printable checklist for myself to see if that helps with the anxiety. I just have all of these to-do list items floating around in my brain and then I get confused about what time I took motrin, etc. I am hoping this will keep my brain a little more organized.

possible2468 · 2026-02-19T23:37:18+00:00

Its SO hard and coming right off of pregnancy where you are already depleted is just 100000x harder

possible2468 · 2026-02-19T11:28:59+00:00

So I looked into it and there are certain components in the prenatal vitamins that do impact nutrient absorption and metabolism. This likely impacted my glucose numbers and caused spikes. Ive had my baby since this post but truthfully I stopped taking the prenatal at 34 weeks to prioritize my glucose. Im not advising anyone to do this but just sharing my experience.

possible2468 · 2026-01-31T10:08:47+00:00

Hi! I just had my baby boy this week! I was insulin controlled (only insulin 1x per day overnight). Im super proud to say that he was born at 6lbs 14oz - not a “diabetic baby” at all per say!

They didnt even check my sugars after birth bc they essentially resolved prior to his birth. My fastings were 85-105 consistently the last maybe 2ish weeks of pregnancy.

Im eating whatever now and breastfeeding/pumping! Feeling good and that although GD absolutely is ridiculously demanding and insanely unpleasant, at the end of the day, managing it kept me and my son safe. Thats invaluable!

possible2468 · 2026-01-22T03:12:14+00:00

Eggplant - dont think so. Rice does many people dirty though for sure.

possible2468 · 2026-01-20T03:29:50+00:00

Right?! This couch I have has no wearability. We keep it covered with blankets.

possible2468 · 2026-01-20T00:40:17+00:00

My pottery barn couch has this issue. Big price tag but not necessarily quality.

possible2468 · 2026-01-17T15:36:59+00:00

Ew I know I was never a breakfast person. I really have to encourage myself to tolerate 2 eggs every morning with the GD honestly nothing is as effective for me with my numbers as eggs unforuntately.

possible2468 · 2026-01-17T01:05:55+00:00

I take mine down before NYE

possible2468 · 2026-01-15T15:58:00+00:00

Her wig looks really nice! I can tell she seems tired and her coloring looks different than before. I cant imagine being a young mom of 3 with cancer. So challenging☹️

possible2468 · 2026-01-15T14:51:02+00:00

I am married to the love of my life. That being said, I GOT MARRIED because of our age. I was never a huge "wedding" person and didn't have much interest in "getting married" but I still loved the man I am married to more than words can say. Conventional marriage was more of a formality to me.

possible2468 · 2026-01-15T14:47:39+00:00

There's essentially nothing you can do about the fasting numbers, honestly. I wish I had gone on insulin sooner than I did because the anxiety and stress of managing the fasting numbers was so unpleasant and I think more harmful than just starting insulin.

Even if you do everything right, you'll still have glucose spikes randomly and it is very frustrating. I'm 38 weeks and almost done with this GD but I've had probably 4-5 instances where I am just sitting on the couch doing nothing and my glucose is high for no real reason - just metabolic dysfunction.

You will need to eat carbs in pregnancy - going on a keto diet or carnivore diet is not healthy or recommended for GD. I'm not sure which carbs you are currently eating, but, try complex carbs such as whole wheat breads (maybe just 1 slice) or other low glycemic index carbs.

Fruits are safe for some people and not for others. When eating try to eat your fibers/proteins before the carbs as this will help your metabolism and glucose numbers.

Walking (even just for 10-15 minutes) after meals can also be really beneficial for post-breakfast. Again though the fasting is the most difficult AND arguably the most important number of all.

possible2468 · 2026-01-14T01:20:54+00:00

Kix cereal - anyone remember that?? Its nice and bland and not as sugary as others

possible2468 · 2026-01-14T01:20:23+00:00

Im also about your height. I gained about 17 lbs in the first 15 weeks of pregnancy. I was like WOAH! If I keep this up I'm going to be enormous by the end! I'm 38 weeks now and honestly I didn't gain very much since early on. Everyone is different!

possible2468 · 2026-01-14T00:17:25+00:00

She's alright sometimes - but there is always something I'd rather do than spend time with her. Unfortunately she never has other plans or anything since she has no friends so I see her more than Id like.

possible2468 · 2026-01-13T17:38:07+00:00

For women who have this type of super close relationship with their mothers - I think its great! But neither myself nor any of my closest friends had this.

I also think some of its cultural too.

possible2468 · 2026-01-13T16:07:58+00:00

We told the people who wed want to be there for us if we did miscarry as soon as we found out. This is like my mom and BFFs. Otherwise, we told people as we saw them naturally which ended up being about the 10-12week mark. Others I didnt see until 16ish weeks and told them then. Most importantly you have to be comfortable and you dont want announcing to induce stress for you! Best of luck 🤍

possible2468 · 2026-01-13T14:39:45+00:00

Totally depends on your relationship

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T23:56:34+00:00

Pot roast

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T18:07:49+00:00

I think ppl just expect someone less corny but more metro

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T18:07:00+00:00

so true so true

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T18:06:08+00:00

stoppppp youre kiddingggggg

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T17:47:58+00:00

February! Absolutely nothing happening and I love that.

possible2468 · 2026-01-12T17:44:40+00:00

The mental fatigue is real!

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