Gestational Diabetes...30 weeks

Last week I was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes after failing 2 out of 4 blood tests during my 3 hour glucose screening.  Dr. Neyman, my OB/GYN, referred me to a specialist to co-manage my care and baby's care through the next 10 weeks.  Today I had an appt with the new group and they taught me how to prick my finger and test my glucose levels (4 times a day).  It seems pretty easy but it will definitely be an inconvenience.  They also reviewed a sample diet I should follow and said while they aren't too strict, I will soon see trends of what makes my levels spike so I can avoid or limits certain foods.  I'm sure David will help me stay on track too.  The most exciting part of the visit was another ultrasound.  I think this office has much better equipment b/c people that go there are generally considered high risk.  We got to see 4D shots of baby girl Perque!  It really was amazing (see below).  She has quite a face now.  Look at that nose!  I thought the shadow on her head was hair but the US tech said she is still bald.  She is about 3 lbs, 4 oz - right as she should be.  One of the risk factors of GD is a large baby.  Right now she is looking pretty average size. Whew!

Only 10 weeks to go! :-)

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