Update on My Pregnancy

[scanne]

Well, I am due around 7/23/04 but will not go that far. I will be induced week 38 if I don't go on my own because of my history with pre-term labor and gestational diabetes. That's what brings me back to WISH. I will going back on my gestational diabetes diet, which is a low carb, no sugar diet plus I am going to be exercising to keep my sugars down. I hope to only gain 15 pounds with this pregnancy. I gained about 25 with my first, but when I went on the diet for the diabetes, I didn't gain an ounce. So since I am starting this all early, I am hoping to keep everything in check and have a healthier pregnancy. I have an appointment with the specialist on the 29th, so I will have all of my particulars then. So if no one minds, I will probably visit here often for moral support. Thanks for letting me stick around WISH!!!

Talk to everyone soon!!!

 

[DoeWDW]

You're gonna have a WISH baby!!!

You're always welcome to hang out here. I think your way of eating during your pregnancy is a great thing!! We really don't NEED sugar and refined carbs, do we??

Best of luck and glad you're here!

 

[sharoncity]

scanne - Congratulations on your impending arrival!

I think its a great idea to try to control your sugar levels. My first born (DD) was born with low blood sugar (they think I may have had an undiagnosed case of gestational diabetes). Because of her low blood sugar, she spent 4 days in NICU. So its not only important for your health, but the baby's too. With my DS, I said I'd eat whatever they told me if it could prevent the time in NICU. Fortunately, I didn't develope it with him. I think watching really helped.

BTW, I recognized you from the DIS Resorts board (where I usually hang out). I was very excited to see that you are expecting again! Best of luck with everything!

 

[Strings]

Congratulations on your pregnancy. I also had gestational diabetes during my pregnancy. I hope this is a very uncomplicated pregnancy for you. Please keep us updated on your progress. You both will be in my thoughts.
Beth

 

[Otto's Doll]

Keep posting here, and keep us updated. How exciting to be carrying that little someone special!
Good for you for watching your health!

 

[nativetxn]

It's great to see you here, sweetie. I'm glad you are going to be visiting us more often.

Sounds like you are prepared for that gestational diabetes, I sure hope you can avoid it this time. Exercising will help a lot as well as that special diet.

We're here if you need us and you know that we are <i>always</i> ready to cheer a fellow WISHer on in their quest for better health.

 

[Beanie]

Glad to see you posting here again, Scanne!! Please keep us updated on your progress!

 

[geetey]

Hi Scanne!
You are wise to take such good care of your sweet

before

makes the grand entrance. Please keep checking in with WISH. We are always excited about

news!!

 

[lmhall2000]

Congrats on the little bun! I know you'll do great! You've got a smart start with how to eat (since you've done it before) and you're motivated to exercise. Walking was the easiest thing for me to do- as long as I stayed out 45 minutes I didn't care how slow or fast I walked- and I was doing that up to the day of delivery! It really will help control your sugars. Keep us posted and remember to drink plenty of water!
Tara

 

[ahutton]

I had great success with both pregnancies by sticking to the "protein, fruits and vegetables" diet. Avoided gestational diabetes and high blood pressure complications and was able to make it a couple days into week 38 before I went into labor with DD1. Because I have a history of "going really fast" I was induced with DD2, but both girls were very healthy and happy. BTW - funny story about that was good thing I was in the hospital - I went from 2-5 in less than an hour, and then 5-10 in less than 15 minutes! We are AT LEAST 40 minutes from a hospital - it would have been really close!