Gestational diabetes and pregnancy | Rei’s story | Diabetes UK

[@mrsbrittanyboyd9882]

I needed to see this bc I was just diagnosed & can’t stop crying

[@diabetesuk]

Hi Brittany. Thanks for your comment, and we're so sorry to hear this. We appreciate that this kind of diagnosis can be overwhelming. We're here to support you if you need it. Please don't hesitate to contact one of our helpline advisors on [phone] or [e-mail] (Mon - Fri; 9am - 6pm GMT). Do take care.

[@elvansivas9067]

Dear Brittany, I am diagnosed today too,but please do not cry. We can fight with it. ❤️

[@mrsbrittanyboyd9882]

@@elvansivas9067 I’m sorry that you are dealing with this too. It’s so hard not to cry when this pregnancy has been horrible from the start. I pray we both make it through it

[@elvansivas9067]

@@mrsbrittanyboyd9882 What is your due date? Mine is 19th of November to a baby boy.💐❤️God bless you my dear. 💐I started to check my blood sugar 4 times a day from today, midwife gave me the monitor. I know it is stressful but I will pray for you. Do not get upset please, this can effect your baby. Always remember, this can happen to anyone, just monitor it. I wish we will have safe delivery❤️

[@mrsbrittanyboyd9882]

@@elvansivas9067 Hey Elvan my due date is Nov 6 but they are taking her on my 38th week mark due to me having high blood pressure as well. I haven’t seen the maternal fetal doctor yet so waiting on that appointment and I’m trying to keep positive it’s just one thing after another. Thank you for your prayers I will pray for you as we

[@paizleymccain5457]

I’m Reading these comments and please remember that if you have tried to change your diet and lifestyle and you still have high numbers ITS NOT YOUR FAULT!!! Hormones and the placenta play a huge factor in our blood sugar from what every doctor has told me so please don’t beat yourself up. You can be healthy and still get it but it’s not your fault . Pregnancy does so much to our bodies that we can’t control and some things are out of our hands . It’s going to be okay . I have GD too and I’m on insulin . I was so hard on myself but this too shall pass and we are going to do what’s best for the baby and get through this . ❤❤❤

[@shaistakayenat4785]

Thank you so much for sharing these words because I've been doing a lot to control my suger level and taking insulin but I guess you were right it's our harmones that didn't do good to us..From now on I am not going to blame myself for all of this.Sometimes we did our best but still can't get it but that doesn't mean we have failed.

[@KelzOG]

Thanks for this, I was just diagnosed and I'm so pissed at myself. I will be nicer to myself moving forward

[@thevoiceofelle3604]

Same here found out I have GD 😢 My doctor told me that I need to inject insulin. Im so scared.

[@masuidisika7147]

I'm worried, my wife was told has ( gestational diabetes ) my question is does it affect child birth.

[@dryashikadixit124]

Did you get betnesol injection?

[@MG-sw3mv]

I am here because I am diagnosed with gestational diabetes and I am 26 weeks pregnant...it is heart breaking but m trying to do all what was recommended by doctor...please pray me and my baby sail through this

[@GenevieveThornton]

Hey there…how are you and your baby doing? ❤

[@lihiniedirisinghe5064]

I remember the day I got diagnosed with GD, during my 3rd trimester. I was really sad and cried thinking it was my fault. But no, GD can happen to anyone. Mamas, don’t be scared. Please see a dietitian and get a healthy diet recommended for your GD condition and STICK TO IT until the baby is born. I never had diabetes but still got it. I saw a dietitian and followed a diet with whole grains, high fiber, proteins, veges, low sugar fruits and lots of water. Even though I controlled my diet very strictly still my numbers were a little high. So my GYN OB gave me a small dosage of Metformin to be taken after my 3 main meals. Thanks to that I managed to keep my numbers under control. Even tho I took Metformin I always managed to control my diet and never did I cheat on it for all those last 3 months. I gave birth to a healthy baby boy. He was not large, just normal weight. And later on my sugar levels dropped too right after delivery. So mamas, don’t be scared. Do the right thing. Control your diet, work out. You will be just fine ❤

[@alishamone921]

Thank you for this

[@niljee8202]

Thank you for this dear

[@crismarieb6275]

I had gestational diabetes with my first son it was difficult but I was able to control it with diet. I’m on my second baby and I feel like I may have it again, I’m 36 now and I feel like this time it might be worse but I’m trying to stay positive about it. It’s comforting to know other women struggle with this because it is very difficult and overwhelming. I honestly feel more overwhelmed this time around since I have my son to take care of now before I was able to focus a little more on myself and get more rest the struggle is real and none of us should feel ashamed of it we’re doing the best we can.

[@diabetesuk]

Hi Cris, thank you for sharing your story with us. If you'd like speak to someone about your experience with gestational diabetes or would like any advice, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0345 123 2399 Mon- Fri 9am-6pm, or email us at [e-mail], where a member of the team will be happy to listen and support where they can 💙

[@nabkaiser]

I am 36 weeks pregnant and have gestational diabetes.

[@diabetesuk]

​@@nabkaiser Hi there Nabila, thank you for your comment. If you would like further support on gestational diabetes, we have some very beneficial resources available on our website here - bit.ly/2E3Cmyh. You are also more than welcome to speak with one of our Helpline advisors either via phone on 0345 123 2399 Mon-Fri between 9am and 6pm, or via email at [e-mail] and we will be more than happy to assist you however we can 💙

[@ambernabeel669]

​@@nabkaiser are u and ur baby fine now

[@synnp4329]

I will be testing for my 3 hours gestational diabetes test tomorrow. Pray for me 🙏

[@kitkatfernandez5992]

How did it go?

[@gucci1183]

Thanks for sharing your story🥰🙏🏼 I’m 22 weeks and was recently diagnosed. I was upset I got it in my second pregnancy. But recognized that a lot of factors can cause it. Just trying to eat healthy and maintain my sugar levels. Can’t wait to meet my baby boy🥰💙🤰🏻

[@raining_trees]

I failed my first glucose test and it's just killed the joy i had for this pregnancy. Now I feel like my body is a prison cell that's killing my son. People say "it's not your fault" but then why does everything online say diet and exercise contributes? That sounds like it's my fault to me. Hate when people lie to protect feelings.

[@diabetesuk]

rainingtrees, do give our helpline a call to talk through these concerns in more detail. We'll be happy to offer you some advice and support. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm.

[@peaceofmind3233]

Would you rather have them crucify and blame you to your face? Not sure that would make you feel any better, I am in same situation but you just have to know you can’t do this alone and is truly not your fault. ❤

[@russellanddebby4437]

Thank you for this beautiful documentary. This made me so emotional, thank you so much for sharing. I really needed this video. You are such an amazing mom, a very strong mom, and your two babies are soooo… cute!!!

[@sadafs.9414]

Thank you for your video. I have gestational diabetes at 29 weeks, and have been eating healthy everyday but my numbers are still high. It's disappointing for sure. And thank you to all the women who have posted a comment, it's reassuring to know I'm not alone.

[@annelisasdogmomadventures6753]

Amen I just started and 2 days later my numbers are high and dnk why I’ve cried daiky

[@sadafs.9414]

@@annelisasdogmomadventures6753 hi - sorry to hear you’ve cried about it. I found that eating small portions every 2-3 hours helped to keep the numbers low. It’s a game really. Trial and error. Hang in there. You’ll be just fine! Side note: if you want to cheat and eat sweets… do it around 2pm LOL.

[@trick-o-treat414]

You’re so blessed that is NOT staying with you after delivering. I have gastrointestinal diabetes with my 4th baby, but after delivery, it didn’t go away so now im developed that Type 2 and stuck with it and what is worse is, i am currently pregnant with my 5th child😩

[@pallyberry]

do you know why it didn't go away? were you being active/losing the weight etc? I know that can increase the chance it stays, but wasn't sure if it's ALWAYS the case.

[@margithammer8835]

In the last month I've had to go from "you might have diabetes," to "you don't have diabetes," to " you might have diabetes," to "you probably have diabetes," to " you have diabetes." It's been hard. Because I have had prediabetes about 7 years ago, which I got under control, but my sugars were still always on the high end of normal, and I'm also 36 and obese, so I was prepared for the high possibility of it. I was very relieved when I was told I didn't have it by my regular obstetrician, but then the perinatal specialist wanted me to take my blood sugar 4 times a day to see because my baby had gone from about the 40th percentile to around the 90th percentile in 6 weeks. Then there was no longer a question. It's been so much to have to process. After feeling relieved that I didn't have it, it was much more devastating when I found out that I did. But I believe I will be able to manage it because I already have had to make lifestyle changes to overcome prediabetes, so I know I can do it again. You will be able to manage it too. It's a learning process.

[@altafvdd7140]

It is hard, out of first week with gestational diabetes experience, but we will manage it. We are supper mamies 😉♥️💕👍💕

[@unm4455]

Is insulin recommended to you?

[@somethingspecialfromjareed2403]

Very brave and patient woman

[@crestydelapena6699]

I was diagnose also today with gestational diabetes and I am 28 weeks pregnant. it's stressing me so much.

[@mattcleech]

Same here. I started leaning towards more keto foods and drinking Acv before meals. My sugar has been in check. Good luck

[@crestydelapena6699]

how many times in a day ur drinking apple cider venigar?

[@lisaf2735]

Same here ,I am 14 weeks Pregnant.so scary ,I can't stop crying .

[@Jonabelg]

​@lisaf2735 how's your baby? I'm pregnant to im afraid if I got it

[@mariaz8136]

I needed this because I am diagnosed with gestational diabetes on borderline . 7.8 and I am crying and don’t know what will happen. I’m 28 weeks pregnant today

[@diabetesuk]

We're sorry to hear you're been feeling this way and are here for any support - please get in touch with our Helpline team at [e-mail] or call 0345 123 2399 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm 💙

[@moniquecordes3214]

I’m 30 weeks and just got my results back. Been crying all afternoon. I already live a very healthy lifestyle so I struggle to understand what I did wrong :(

[@arianacarrillo888]

im 26 weeks and just got diagnosed. I cried a bunch at first too, but it's not our fault. It's just our bodies and how our placenta effects our insulin levels. I know it's scary but it is manageable. If you already live an active lifestyle then keep doing what you are doing, your doctors have your back. I will be okay

[@melissasmith7853]

@@arianacarrillo888 same 26w and just got the news today, I also have high blood pressure but they have yet to test me for preeclampsia. I had it with my first and the was things been going I’m sure I have that again. I been worried ALL DAY and it’s killing me 😣😣

[@Kai88687]

I just found out yesterday. I'm 29weeks. Im so sad n worried bout it

[@SapphireEstrella]

I am 30 weeks and learned I failed my 3 hour glucose test. It's been hard to not cry because I feel like I have failed or did something wrong.

[@sasha_markovsky]

I'm 26 weeks and failed the screening test...😢 It's weird because I'm feeling good, I'm not overweight and I still do sports 2-3 times per week + daily walks. Now waiting for the big test... I'm so worried 😔

[@gail.r.4604]

Beautiful Mom and baby! Congratulations on your gorgeous healthy baby?

[@stuartcollins82]

Furious at the NHS. Despite (thanks to research after the fact) being at risk, my wife was only screened for it at 34 weeks, after baby's abdomen measured larger. They put my wife and baby at risk because they forgot to do the check, and then didn't sound like they really cared. Thanks for the helpful information, I want to learn as much as possible to try and reduce any risks while we can.

[@Hsjdhhdhdj]

This has informed me thanks my daughter has it

[@kyarahtaylor7373]

I was just called today that I have gestational diabetes at 28 weeks💔💔 I feel so bad for my baby girl.

[@pakizkitchen1108]

Do you have healty baby?

[@jen-td5iv]

I just found out that i am gestational diabetes and i am 28 weeks.. Its so painful and heart breaking.. Please pray for me and my baby😢😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏

[@diabetesuk]

Do give our helpline a call. We'll be happy to offer you some support and advice. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm. And there's lots of information about gestational diabetes on our website here that we hope you will find useful: www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/gestational-diabetes

[@alishamone921]

I’m 29weeks and just found out. I am sad too. 😭

[@arpitagiri7074]

How are you and your baby now? Did your baby face any problem after delivery? And did you have any problem during and after delivery?

[@jen-td5iv]

@@arpitagiri7074 hi i am perfectly fine now. My baby is already 3 months and 10days.he is perfectly fine too. My sugar level is now getting normal too.

[@mohamedjalloh7198]

My wife is taking a 3 hour test possibly tomorrow. I am so nervous. BismillAh

[@synnp4329]

Praying for you and you're wife. I take my 3 hour test tomorrow. 🙏

[@fluffy00123x]

Im 26 weeks and diagnosed with borderline GD and i feel so sad. I know it happened because i was living off fizzy drijks and junk due to sickness and then late takeaways as thats when sickness would calm down. I hav been told i can manage it hopefully through diet and they'll keep testing me. Hope i can reverse it. X

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there Zoya, we are very to hear that you are going through this. If you would like any further support or assistance, you are more than welcome to contact our helpline team via email at [e-mail] or via phone on 0345 123 2399 where lines are open 9 am to 6 pm Mon - Fri 💙🧡

[@Xtina4444]

Aw i hope you’re doing better with it.. I got diagnosed today at 28 weeks and I’m scared😢

[@sunnytex1282]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. Did you take any medications?

[@praiz_2548]

I was told my blood sugar is low and it's hard for me to take my self to the hospital,I hope it goes well

[@lidiageorge5895]

I understand how it feels I have pregnant diabetes it’s scary

[@TariFamily-w8h]

This is my second pregnancy with gestational diabetes. I feel worried a lot, but I am due in 4 weeks.

[@mahambaig7101]

I am here because i am 38 weeks and my baby’s abdomen is big… i am scared and sad. Lost all motivation. Blaming myself of my baby’s abnormal abdomenal growth 😢 I hope it doesnt affect him in any way in future.

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there, we are sorry to hear how you are feeling. If you would like to speak to someone, you're very welcome to contact our helpline on 0345 123 2399 9am-6pm Monday - Friday 9-6pm. Diabetes UK Helpline | Diabetes UK

[@vaishnavaramjass]

My mom had gestational diabetes and now I’m scared that I might develop type 2 diabetes in the future please help me i don’t want to have diabetes when I get older

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there Vaishnava, we are very sorry to hear that you are feeling the way you do. The best thing we can recommend at the moment would be to have a conversation with your doctor and have further tests taken every couple of years to keep an eye on things 🧡💙

[@chandranimazumdar2928]

I am 25 weeks pregnant with gestational diabetes. My baby is already overweight now. It’s very difficult to find foods which are sugarless. I need carbs for energy but don’t know how to control the sugar levels.

[@christinaangelslife9314]

I just got the call that I am too🤦🏽‍♀️

[@kitkatfernandez5992]

I just found out yesterday too. 🥺

[@sunilthorat05]

Hii , does you water level increased ie ago or polyhydranios , how was the delivery how's the baby ,, my wife has blood sugar she has increased fluid level !!

[@fluffy00123x]

No wonder the midwife measured me last week and said I was measuring ahead lool just found out I have borderline GD..I felt so sad like I've failed my baby girl. But im trying now to just eat more healthier and try get through it xx

[@samanthaquant7411]

Thank you. I can’t quite wrap my head around it not being my fault. I ate a lot of simple carbs early on because it was the only think that wouldn’t make me throw up in the mornings. I’m 28 weeks and still throwing up.

[@rachelcole6963]

Beautiful babies

[@rachelcole6963]

Thank you

[@Ayme1285]

It's definitely scary because you have no idea when that level will raise or drop and reflect to the baby

[@myvlogdiarys]

Hello, how was your birth? And how big was ur baby?

[@CountYourAssets]

I'm 25 weeks pregnant and recently got diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Not going to lie, it has given me a lot of anxiety... Plus all the comments from family members about how "Big" I look for how far I am... It is very distressing, as to top it off I'm already taking injections as blood thinners AND taking aspirin every day so baby grows healthy size...as had small baby before

[@diabetesuk]

Thank you for your message and hope things have improved for you since you messaged. Give our helpline a call to talk things through, we're here to help as best we can. www.diabetes.org.uk/how_we_help/helpline

[@ctn9676]

Do you operated or natural delivery?

[@shivanikevlani6995]

Hey I'm too diagnoised with this...can you share in which week of your pregnancy you delivered your baby? As I have heard of early delivery during this time this thing is making me scare....

[@SadiaAAhmad]

I am so sad today i got to know i have gastational diabetes 😔

[@behumanfirst8760]

Same here. I cnt understnd wht to eat... 😭

[@behumanfirst8760]

Im 8th mnth prgnt. Bht stress horaha hai is se

[@kitkatfernandez5992]

Same here 😭 I think we need all the support we can get. It's pretty hard. 🥺

[@eleseclarke6038]

This is so me at the moment I'm 32 weeks they said the same thing my babies stomach circumference is big and she is a little larger than expected this is my 5th baby and 2nd time getting gestational diabetes i feel depressed as my sugars are out of control x

[@diabetesuk]

Do give our helpline a call to talk through your concerns in more detail. We'll do our best to advise you. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm.

[@JingYangsizz]

I was Diagnosed today too 😢😢😢

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there Jing Yang, thank you for your message. We are very sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis. If you would like any further support or assistance, you are more than welcome to contact our helpline either via telephone on 0345 123 2399 where lines are open Mon - Fri 9 am to 6 pm or via email at [e-mail] 💙

[@cryhill]

Thank you for sharing

[@SushilaShah-i8s]

In which week bbaby was born 😢

[@NiniannE]

has anyone used metformin for controlling diabites during pregnancy?

[@PriyaDharshini-zi2qq]

Me

[@pallyberry]

terrified of it not going away after birth...i live a healthier lifestyle and am active and low body weight, but my grandpa had it as well. I love my sweets and don't want to give them up :(

[@diabetesuk]

Hi @pallyberry,we are very sorry to read about your concerns. You are more than welcome to contact our Helpline team for a chat and further support and assistance if you like. We are always here to help 💙

[@adsoyad8750]

I am on a diet to control my blood sugar level but it is really hard. I want to eat a lot of things but i can't. I cant stop eating as well. We need to eat for the baby but we always have to be careful. I am scared that i will diagnosed diabetes after i give birth.

[@diabetesuk]

Hey Ad Soyad, we do have a recipe finder where you can search for recipes names, an ingredient or meal types to find recipes you may like to make: www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/recipes If you ever feel like you would like to talk to someone about eating when living with diabetes or any worries you may have, we do have trained advisors who can speak to you either on the phone at 0345 123 2399 or by email at [e-mail] 💙

[@UstadhFaisal]

If pregnant-Is it safe to take insulin with morning sugars in the range of 120 high and low 93 ?

[@diabetesuk]

Hi, we recommend contacting your healthcare team as we are unable to give medical advice regarding insulin dosages. Your care team should agree an ideal blood sugar level that’s right for you, and is manageable without causing hypos. You can read more on treating gestational diabetes here: www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/gestational-diabetes/treatments

[@gemmalow6515]

Im really scared. Im 29 weeksand just found out i have gestational diabetes yesterday im really scared im going to lose my baby

[@arpitagiri7074]

How are you? How is your child?

[@nabeelahadams1131]

I'm high risk for this because of my family history. I'm so scared because I'm 24 weeks

[@diabetesuk]

Nabeelah, do give our helpline a call to talk through your concerns in more detail. We'll be happy to offer some advice and a listening ear. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm.

[@theresang3388]

Sad.. I have this too,..

[@moanarojamir229]

At how many weeks u gave birth

[@fluffy00123x]

I have been pissing non stop even for tiny trickles of wee. It is soooooo annoying omg and its only justbstarted about a week ago. Im.26 weeks now x borderline gestational.x

[@kalpanabasyal190]

How r u now what u used in pregnancy how u controlled??

[@rundowntech8804]

Ya gestational diabetes make the mum bit worried.😞

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there. Thanks for your comment, and we're sorry to hear about your concerns. We understand that gestational diabetes can be worrying. If you do need any guidance, please don't hesitate to contact our helpline on 0345 123 2399 or [e-mail] (Mon - Fri; 9am - 6pm). Take care.

[@pakizkitchen1108]

I have been diagnosed during pregnancy 😭😢i am taking medication, but I am so worried... i feel sweet pee and 150 sugar level after meal

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there @pakizkitchen1108 we are very sorry to read that you are worrying. Our helpline team are here to support you if you would ever like someone to speak to 💙

[@nogas-electricsociety2017]

It’s hard when you stick to diet control as best as you can and it’s still not good enough. Your body ends up failing yourself and your baby and doctors and healthcare workers blame you and make you feel like you’re killing your baby. That’s my experience of GD. Even getting induced to get your baby out sooner so you don’t further damage the baby. It’s horrible and I hope no one gets it

[@diabetesuk]

We are very sorry to read that you had this experience. If you would ever like to speak to about this, or would like any further support or assistance please do not hesitate to contact our helpline, either via phone on 0345 123 2399 (9 am - 6 pm Mon - Fri) or via email at [e-mail] 🧡💙

[@nogas-electricsociety2017]

Thank you ☺️

[@Ayme1285]

It leaves after

[@Justalawyer123]

i’m worried 😟

[@Ayme1285]

My 2nd pregnancy it left

[@Kawayoporu]

So your first child is a boy and is your other a girl or you have a daughter too?

[@kanzahassan6720]

Live from Pakistan

[@mycollection.6037]

Is your baby born?

[@alka1589]

😭

[@khanfaheem4744]

💣💣💣