I got a call on my way home from my app from one of my best friends, K. She called to tell me that our good mutual friend, L, committed suicide either late yesterday or early this morning. L and I have had a tense relationship the past year or so, so we haven't been talking much. I can't even begin to comprehend. Her birthday is next week. Both K and L live over a 1000 miles from me so I'm now trying to figure out if we can even afford for me to fly down and when considering I'm in trainings all freaking month and we move on Saturday. I don't even know how to begin comprehending what happened. I can't imagine how her parents are feeling. She lived with them, and we think that one of them found her.
I fly out this afternoon. I just need to make it through another hour at work. My boss was amazing when I told him and simply told me to go.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
Ugh I'm sorry lady. The phlebotomist yesterday was giving me tips on how to pass the one hour so I don't have to do the 3 hour because OSW + Needles = Not good.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
I'm sorry. I hope it's over soon and you get to do something fun after. What flavor did you get?
I got the orange. I did the lemon lime for my one hour. The orange is a lot better!
I got a call on my way home from my app from one of my best friends, K. She called to tell me that our good mutual friend, L, committed suicide either late yesterday or early this morning. L and I have had a tense relationship the past year or so, so we haven't been talking much. I can't even begin to comprehend. Her birthday is next week. Both K and L live over a 1000 miles from me so I'm now trying to figure out if we can even afford for me to fly down and when considering I'm in trainings all freaking month and we move on Saturday. I don't even know how to begin comprehending what happened. I can't imagine how her parents are feeling. She lived with them, and we think that one of them found her.
I fly out this afternoon. I just need to make it through another hour at work. My boss was amazing when I told him and simply told me to go.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
Well hopefully this is just a chance to get the whole thing out of the way and then you can get on with enjoying the rest of your pregnancy.
The three hour does suck so bad though. All my sympathies.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
Ugh I'm sorry lady. The phlebotomist yesterday was giving me tips on how to pass the one hour so I don't have to do the 3 hour because OSW + Needles = Not good.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
Well hopefully this is just a chance to get the whole thing out of the way and then you can get on with enjoying the rest of your pregnancy.
The three hour does suck so bad though. All my sympathies.
Even if I pass, I still have to take the one hour again at 28 weeks. This is silliness.
I was off yesterday, but didn't get on here at all. I am excited to say that DH is currently on his way home from a 3 week business trip! I'm not gonna lie, it was exhausting!!!
Ugh I'm sorry lady. The phlebotomist yesterday was giving me tips on how to pass the one hour so I don't have to do the 3 hour because OSW + Needles = Not good.
Lots of protein?
What worked for me was drinking orange juice in the morning for 4 days beforehand (titrating up to 50g sugar) since I don't eat a lot of sugar and wanted my pancreas to not be surprised. Day of I got up early and ate 2 eggs 2 hours before the test.
Even if I pass, I still have to take the one hour again at 28 weeks. This is silliness.
Wha? Why in the world would you ever move from the 3 to the 1 hour? That is ridiculous.
Because you basically can't have gd in first tri, the placenta isn't wreaking havoc yet. She's essentially being tested for preexisting undiagnosed type 2. Later in pregnancy she'll be tested for gd using the same protocol as anyone else.
I'm hanging out at the hospital doing my 3 hr glucose tolerance test. Everyone in the lab thinks it's ridiculous that I'm here this early in my pregnancy. I should've fought back against my NP when she wanted to do the first one. Ugh.
Ugh I'm sorry lady. The phlebotomist yesterday was giving me tips on how to pass the one hour so I don't have to do the 3 hour because OSW + Needles = Not good.
In all honesty, if you have GD, you're going to fail. You can't prevent it. It's the luck of the placenta draw.
That said, eat your normal diet in the days leading up to it. If you cut out carbs, you can actually harm your results. Avoid carbs for ~4 hours before your test. Right after, eat a protein bar or something else high in protein because you may very well get a sugar crash.
Ugh I'm sorry lady. The phlebotomist yesterday was giving me tips on how to pass the one hour so I don't have to do the 3 hour because OSW + Needles = Not good.
In all honesty, if you have GD, you're going to fail. You can't prevent it. It's the luck of the placenta draw.
That said, eat your normal diet in the days leading up to it. If you cut out carbs, you can actually harm your results. Avoid carbs for ~4 hours before your test. Right after, eat a protein bar or something else high in protein because you may very well get a sugar crash.
Yes. But it's a screening test with lots of false positives. None of us want to pass if we actually have gd, but trying to avoid a false positive makes sense.
Wha? Why in the world would you ever move from the 3 to the 1 hour? That is ridiculous.
Because you basically can't have gd in first tri, the placenta isn't wreaking havoc yet. She's essentially being tested for preexisting undiagnosed type 2. Later in pregnancy she'll be tested for gd using the same protocol as anyone else.
Hm, anyone I know who has been high risk concern for GD skips the one hour because it's basically useless for them.
Because you basically can't have gd in first tri, the placenta isn't wreaking havoc yet. She's essentially being tested for preexisting undiagnosed type 2. Later in pregnancy she'll be tested for gd using the same protocol as anyone else.
Hm, anyone I know who has been high risk concern for GD skips the one hour because it's basically useless for them.
Interesting. I was considered high risk last time because my mom has type 2 and I also got to do the 1 hour in first and third tri.
I made "baked apples" in the microwave earlier, and it was AMAZING.
In case you're hungry: peel and slice an apple. Sprinkle some cinnamon and brown sugar on them, and top with a bit of butter. Microwave for like 2 - 2.5 minutes. YUM.
I got a call on my way home from my app from one of my best friends, K. She called to tell me that our good mutual friend, L, committed suicide either late yesterday or early this morning. L and I have had a tense relationship the past year or so, so we haven't been talking much. I can't even begin to comprehend. Her birthday is next week. Both K and L live over a 1000 miles from me so I'm now trying to figure out if we can even afford for me to fly down and when considering I'm in trainings all freaking month and we move on Saturday. I don't even know how to begin comprehending what happened. I can't imagine how her parents are feeling. She lived with them, and we think that one of them found her.
I fly out this afternoon. I just need to make it through another hour at work. My boss was amazing when I told him and simply told me to go.
Went clothes shopping for the toddler this morning. I have a serious toddler shoe problem. I can't stop buying them, I'm trying to justify it by saying everything I'm getting is gender neutral but even my husband rolled his eyes at me this morning when I came home with another pair. I must be stopped!!
I'm going for my NT Scan in an hour, so a bit nervous, but I'll be glad to get it over with. I hate anticipation!
Post by ThankfulSnail on Oct 11, 2016 15:52:05 GMT -5
I passed my 3 hr test with flying colors! They said I was actually down to below my fasting numbers by the first draw and they stopped my test early because my levels were "critically low" by the 3rd draw- they were all freaking out and had someone walk me to the cafeteria because they were so worried I would pass out. So I guess my pancreas works fine!
Not looking forward to having to do this again later, but at least this time I'll know to expect it.
Post by ThankfulSnail on Oct 11, 2016 15:53:07 GMT -5
rowe, I don't remember if you have a boy or a girl, but any recommendations on where to get good toddler shoes? I want to get DD some new cute boots to wear for family pics this Sunday but don't have time to shop online at Carter's like I normally do.
I passed my 3 hr test with flying colors! They said I was actually down to below my fasting numbers by the first draw and they stopped my test early because my levels were "critically low" by the 3rd draw- they were all freaking out and had someone walk me to the cafeteria because they were so worried I would pass out. So I guess my pancreas works fine!
Not looking forward to having to do this again later, but at least this time I'll know to expect it.
So happy for you! It's totally possible you'll pass the one hour when you take it again, fingers crossed!
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