I went for my glucose test last Thursday (you know, the one that tests for gestational diabetes, where they make you drink the nasty sugary drink and then take your blood after an hour wait) and I failed it. The cutoff point is 130 and mine was "150-something" according to the nurse. This meant I had to go back yesterday and drink another drink (which was twice as sugary and therefore twice as nasty) after fasting (not easy for a pregnant lady), and have four blood draws over the course of three hours. Not fun for anyone, less fun for a girl who hates needles.
I knew before this test that I'm insulin resistant, which is caused by the PCOS, but I've been taking metformin and was hoping that it was helping to keep my glucose/insulin levels in check.
Also, I knew of several people who had higher results on their first test and then passed their second test so I wasn't all that concerned about it. Well, the nurse just called with the results and started the conversation off with "you're fine," which made me think I had passed. I got all excited but then she said that two of the four levels were off and that I would be receiving a call from a dietitian to set up an appointment so I could be started on a special diet. Apparently what she meant by "you're fine" was "you'll be fine once you completely change the way you're eating and, in the process, become a crabby, miserable pregnant person who wants to punch the face of the next person who tweets about the yummy girl scout cookies they're binging on."
I'm sure it'll be fine and I'll adjust to the new diet --and the possibility of pricking my finger to check my glucose levels four times a day-- but I am not looking forward to it and I'm giving myself at least a day to pout/complain/be annoyed and bitter before I shake myself and get over it.
So please excuse me while I go whine to a few co-workers and basically have myself a little pity party.
In the meantime, if any of you have had any experience with gestational diabetes or this "special diet" (which should be called something more fitting like "pain in the keister diet") feel free to share your knowledge. If you haven't had experience with any of it, feel free to share some sympathy. I'll take whatever I can get at this point.
(I know it's not the end of the world and there are much worse things that could happen during a pregnancy. I am extremely grateful for the easy time I've had so far and hate to complain on my blog, I just need a second to pout. I'm sure I'll be back to my usual cheery self in no time.)
13 comments:
Oh, DUDE! I'm sorry. That's a bummer and you have every right to feel the way you do.
In situations like this, I usually give myself a day: a day to be pissed, crabby, and feel sorry for myself. Then, it's time to move forward.
Look at it this way: you conceived fast in spite of PCOS, your PP cleared up all on its own, and so there's no reason that this glucose issue won't get fixed too. I bet you'll kick its ass :)
I have no experience with this, but since my husband is on a VERY special diet that restricts any sory of processed sugar, I have a ton of recipes that could help. I am not sure what you are or not allowed to eat yet, so shoot me an email if you want some info!
Ugh. I'm sorry sweetie. Hopefully the diet won't be too rough!
oh hun so sorry to hear this, keep your head up girl. I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you. You are right, you will adjust and everything will be just fine. Just remember the reason you are doing this - for your precious babe :)
Oh man! I was hoping that you got good results...pout away, I would:-) But you are right, there are way worse things out there. I did read a blog and this same thing happened to the now mommy...she actually said that the dietitian told her that she is more likely to have a healthy baby and pregnancy because of the dietary changes. I thought that was a good twist to a crummy situation. I am dreading this test. 10 more weeks...I should probably cut out the Lucky Charms and chocolate milk for breakfast :/.
That stinks. I haven't had the problem, but People do it all the time so I'm sure it will all work out. I think I would be just a bummed as you are though. Sorry, hun.
I'm sorry you have to go through this! Part of the fun (or what I'm looking forward to when I get pregnant) is indulging a few treats and cravings! I hope the diet isn't to bad :)
Boo. I'm sorry. :(
hi love you have every reason to pout and don't worry for venting on your blog - sometimes you just need to get it off of your chest. so sorry things didn't go as planned, hopefully they can get your special diet to a place where you can still enjoy some snacks or two. praying for you and thinking of you! if you need to vent i'm only a text/call away. ohhh and purchased The Hunger Games thanks to you - FBed you about this too. :) Can't wait to read it, thanks for the suggestion.
New to your blog but sorry to hear.
Sweet girl I know you're disappointed and know I'm thinking of you and bebe!
Oh, hun, I don't blame you at all! I have this fear, too, and there is no need to worry about being cheery! I hope the diet isn't too bad they put you on! let me know what I can do!
I don't know what you're going through, but I do know you have a fabulous support system! I hope the diet won't be too bad!
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