I Got Tested For The First Time!

[@Ailujporub512]

EVERYONE please like so she sees! The muscle aches, weakness and fatigue is probably from the iron infusions! I commented this on the last vlog, I really hope you see this. It’s called the “iron flu”. It’s so normal and it’s a sign your bone marrow is using the iron to make new RBCs!! Common side effects are muscle aches and weakness and bad fatigue. Also common are headaches and brown urine (that one freaked me out and I wish I had a warning lol! But your kidneys process the iron and you pee the excess out) I’ve had over 50 iron infusions and I got the symptoms almost every time. Lots of fluids help the symptoms but luckily they usually only last a couple days after the iron:)

[@beanythompson1460]

I didn't know about this I thought I was just a baby 😂 thank you for sharing

[@Ailujporub512]

@@beanythompson1460 it could be a pregnancy thing too, of course! But no one told me about the side effects after my first infusion and I was practically bed ridden the first time. I run a support group for iron deficiency anemia now and I have so many people asking about their symptoms post infusion bc their nurse or doctor didn’t mention it. It really feels like the flu for a couple days! When Colleen mentioned those symptoms and how it was new for her and not what she’d experienced before with pregnancy i figured it was likely the iron!

[@Ailujporub512]

@@memfissrivera2831 she said her nurse came and gave her hydration and iron. I know she referred to it as supplements but I’m pretty positive she meant infusions bc a nurse doesn’t have to administer iron supps, those are just over the counter pills:)

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

I'm considering getting an infusion done for iron, this is good to know so thank you :)

[@Ailujporub512]

@@ChoochooseU I suffered from severe anemia for years. It’s not nonsense. I run an IDA support group exactly for this reason. Post infusion iron flu is VERY common. And it can be administered in home under the care of a nurse, of course the nurse would have the medications to stop a reaction. And Colleen would already have had a severe reaction the first time she got the infusion if she was going to react. any doctor can order IV iron - doesn’t have to be an oncologist:)

[@minanowroozi9741]

Some meal ideas: - High-protein pasta (eg “Tolerant Organic red lentil rotini”, “Explore Cuisine organic edamame spaghetti”) with tomato sauce or pesto, vegetables, whatever toppings you like - Lettuce wraps (e.g. turkey or another deli meat - or even a burger!, cheese, tomatoes, pickles, mustard or mayo, all wrapped in lettuce) - Quesadillas using grain-free tortillas (e.g. “Siete chickpea flour grain-free tortillas”) - personally I like black beans, cheese, sautéed spinach and onions, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream as my filling - Baked tofu and broccoli (I use soy sauce, sesame oil, and olive oil as a marinade) with peanut sauce to dip in Some snack ideas: - Celery or carrots with hummus - Kale chips (not very filling, but at least they’re crunchy!) - Trail mix (you may want to get one that doesn’t have dried fruit or chocolate, and then add in just a bit of those yourself, so that you can keep the sugar low) - Yogurt - Smoothies - I bet you can find some protein powder at Whole Foods that has little or no sugar. Worth a check! - Chia seed pudding - it’s easy to make, you can do it with just milk and chia seeds, flavor with a little bit of vanilla and honey, and top with fruit. Chia seeds are very high in protein so you should be able to have the fruit/honey alongside without raising your blood sugar much. (I’m not a doctor!) You may not like the texture though. Note: You may need to be watchful of beans, not just grains and fruit. I’m not sure since I don’t have diabetes, just other health issues that affect what I eat, so please double check with an expert on what is ok for you. Also, the specific products I mentioned above are all things I’ve found at Whole Foods. They’re a bit pricey, but they may help you feel like you’re eating more filling, “normal”foods! Btw, DO NOT feel bad about having trouble with adjusting your diet or figuring out what you can eat. It can be so difficult!! List out some ideas you find in the comments or online that sound good to you, and maybe even write out a meal & snack plan for the week (you can always adjust it when something does or doesn’t sound appealing to you in the moment!).

[@hannnahbear16]

I really hope she sees this, I love how thoughtful you were in your response. I think this could be so helpful!

[@esxcfgujhfrty]

this comment is so helpful!

[@ayahk125]

these are amazing meal ideas but because of the gestational diabetes she should be careful with fruit and carbs like pastas and even beans. as a diabetic those food affect my numbers drastically. just something to be conscious of

[@abbyk2091]

this was so nice of you !!

[@miaoftheweek2745]

I hope ur pillow is cold tonight

[@blobbymcbloberson1325]

How Flynn refers to your office as “Miranda’s office” is so cute!

[@survivorellie]

I was coming to the comments to say that too. My heart 🥺

[@brieannaedstrom6709]

also, the way he goes “i have a great idea” he’s just such a big boy😭

[@kristi5395]

I love how Flynn refers to your office as "Miranda's office" 😂

[@jazzjazeemo]

I mean not surprising when the whole room is covered with Miranda stuff haha

[@margaretshannon36]

Saaame the fact he know who Miranda is sooo cute

[@tealblue22]

I laughed at that too

[@gkinner1234]

I just looked on Amazon and there is a book by Jamie Press called “Gestational Diabetes, cookbook for the newly diagnosed” and I know you aren’t diagnosed yet but it would definitely be a good book to look into

[@olivetellegen600]

Good idea

[@hazelwilldistroyyou5371]

I love that someone made a book about that!

[@willimina362]

Is she really going to want to wait on a book?? There are plenty of websites that go into what to eat! Try Eating Well and The Gestational Diabetic websites!!!

[@steph1802]

@@willimina362 i mean if the book is on amazon it would only take like 2 days, also she hasn’t even been diagnosed yet so if she prefers the book now would be a great time to order it. the websites are still a good suggestion though

[@noellebedard5712]

@@willimina362 it is just a helpful suggestion. The book is on amazon so she could get it in 2 days. It isn't like she would have to wait weeks for it. This book sounds like a great resource to have on hand in addition to what is available on the internet. 😊

[@efries9441]

Yogurt and cinnamon, oatmeal with unsweetened coconut and berries, “fried” rice with eggs and veggies, chicken tacos, veggies humus and nuts, pop corn and cheese, hummus/ chicken and veggie boats, chia pudding, chicken taco salad… good luck Colleen !

[@Gem.Mine.]

Great meal and snack suggestions!

[@MrsGretchen123]

Buckwheat noodles or pancakes :)

[@Rigbanator3000]

SOUP, MAKE SOUP. Colleen, soup has so much protein and it has veggies and it helps you at night warming your body and helping you sleep! The broth in soup is so good for you and the twins, especially bone broth!! Also if you make a big pot you can keep it in the fridge and warm it up in your convenience! I hope this helps ❤️❤️

[@avigayilmallin-holtz2060]

Such a good idea omg

[@ariella8787]

Mmmm I love soup so much, and cozy season is here which means it’s officially soup season! 🤤

[@marymacadam]

There are carb free substitutes for a lot of food! They’re “carb-free” tortillas that are sold at almost all grocery stores. You can make tacos with high protein 90% 10% hamburger meat. Cauliflower rice is also a good option to fill up on and you can really make it to taste. It takes like what you season it with. Nuts can be good snack option, like almonds. Berries like raspberries, blueberries and strawberry’s are some low carb fruits. Green bell pepper are very low carb and are good as a filler on a plate. Best meal for me is a chicken quesadilla with the “carb free” tortilla and cheese with bell peppers on the side! Best of luck !!

[@janbrastineford3080]

Premiere protein shake had very low carbs and good protein.Also add foods like butter,cream cheese,olive oil and nuts or nut butter these will help you feel fuller and have no glucose spikes. Low carb tortillas are great bread substitute.

[@jacquelynwainwright7859]

Another great snack even though it sounds weird is pepperoni dipped in cottage cheese. My dad has diabetes and likes this as a no carb option.

[@CrystalNibarger]

You can always do stuffed peppers as well

[@cynthistar124]

Doesn't she need carbs for her energy, though.

[@rachelallison6651]

Love this, hope she sees it. Was going to recommend a lot of the same stuff. Also chickpeas are a great addition for some people. Others don't do as well on them, some swear by them. They can be very filling. You can put them on salads, in burritos (Mediterranean burritos are so good!), and hummus is a great snack! You can also buy them dried/puffed/roasted with seasoning for a great and easy snack that will give you the crunch you love! And they make chickpea pasta that's actually pretty good, too! Adding on that peanut butter is a huge help in getting calories, maintaining blood sugar, and feeling fuller! Just try to stick with the more natural stuff to stay away from the added sugar.

[@nicolea266]

Carbs are not your enemy! Eat “good” carbs like oatmeal and whole grains. Chomps are my favorite thing so easy and delicious. I am a nurse and struggle to find good snacks that are easy and high protein. Orgain vegan protein is also amazing and low sugar!

[@careyellen]

Yes!!!! A diabetic diet is controlled carbs, not cut them out. You can go to a diabetes education class for gestational diabetes specifically or just for type two diabetes. That’s what helped me the most

[@yarahferreira8385]

I love the fact that Erick and Colleen really get into Flynn's imaginary's scenarios, that's always such a wholesome and cute moment. You guys are great parents

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

*scenarios

[@angelasaid5266]

@@RedRoseSeptember22 there was really no need to correct her. She got her point across and we all knew what she meant :) Plus she didn’t even spell scenarios wrong.

[@caravbiljon8045]

@@angelasaid5266 she edited it🙂

[@donnaboswell7659]

I had gestational diabetes 3 times, it’s rough. Premier protein shakes are low in carbs and high in protein. Sample of what I ate in a day- Breakfast- 2 eggs, 2 sausage patties, 35 calorie wheat toast with sugar free jelly. Snack- nature valley protein bar. Lunch- grilled chicken breast, roasted broccoli and a protein shake. Snack-mixed nuts and string cheese. Dinner- salmon with asparagus maybe with a piece of bread. Before bed snack- two good yogurt(2carbs), string cheese. I hope you see this and it helps. I could never do this diet for myself but the motivation is to keep my babies healthy.

[@emmakitzmiller5949]

Too good yogurt is so good! I’m a type one diabetic and this is a good low carb Greek yogurt that doesn’t taste as sour as Greek yogurt! These are great suggestions!!

[@Kat-jg3zh]

Yes! Premier shakes are awesome!

[@serenadingsiren6659]

OMG!!! Thank you, you’re the only person on here who wrote Premier Protein Shakes! They are only 1g of sugar and 30g of protein, and they taste INCREDIBLE!!!

[@thebeachhouse]

I had gestational diabetes with my 4th pregnancy. My fitness pal is an app that can trac your carbs so you don’t eat too many, it can scan foods to check them too, it is soooo helpful. The dietitian with help big time to put your mind at ease. You will get the hang of eating differently, and the good news was I ended up gaining less weight that pregnancy than I would have otherwise because I was eating in a much healthier way. I had the best recovery. Also they never said I couldn’t have carbs, they just said the amounts that were ok for me to eat, like 1 slice of bread, or half an apple. There is some flexibility. Plus there are many “free foods” that you can eat as many as you want of, like most veggies. Some berries are lower in natural sugars so they are free to eat, and some veggies like corn and carrots are actually high in natural sugars. The app can tell you how many carbs are in everything. It’s so helpful. I just think this stuff is so interesting. 🤔

[@brynley.willardson]

That was a lot longer when I clicked the read more lol

[@diamondfamily8489]

U do know that natural sugars r actually good for u and is complitally diffrent then sugars u buy at the store. Ive tried that app Nd its pretty nice app but i have a simular thing like colleen were i can barely eat foods i dont want to so it did help a bit but was rlly hard, so yr

[@pjgr1231]

Hey! I just thought I'd mention that using my fitness pal and other food tracking apps like that can actually be really harmful for anyone that's struggled/is struggling with their relationship with food. Just a friendly reminder that everyone's relationship with food is different, and sometimes food tracking apps can do way more harm than good

[@pjgr1231]

@@trinabobina7674 yeah that’s what happened to me- it can definitely be a slippery slope!

[@Levi-f5y]

Ok I know this is off topic, but I used to watch you guys all the time

[@lisamecham657]

Hi Colleen! Having any kind of diabetes is so overwhelming and discouraging sometimes. I had GD with my son and I’m insulin resistant due to PCOS, and so these are just some ideas that have really helped me. First off, I know you love cookies! I found Monk fruit sweetener and you just use it like regular sugar with any of your recipes. Another dessert/snack is get a sugar free pudding mix (cheesecake is my favorite) and some heavy whipping cream, mix them together until it’s whipped and you have a great dip for strawberries, etc. There is protein pancake and waffle mix at Costco that is really yummy! Add some berries and your whipped treat and you have a really yummy breakfast Yorkshire pudding is my favorite alternative to rolls. It’s so yummy and I just make them in muffin tins. I love using them with a roast, or last night I used carna asada meat and it was SO good Chickpea pasta is a great alternative to regular pasta. My kids can’t tell a difference and I know you guys love a simple bowl of spaghetti. Make sure to add meat to your sauce, just to help with protein. There is also carb smart bread that we find at Costco, that also helps , that way you can make some sandwiches, French toast, etc. Those are just as couple staple ingredients that I carry in my house to help but the more you get used to having GD, the more you’ll realize that you have more options. There is sugar free ice cream, bbq sauce, low carb bread, and lots of other things. And if you decide if you need to splurge on a “treat” just make sure to have some protein by you to help with the carbs😊 You got this!!!! You are doing so good and I know it’s not easy. It’s so hard, so so hard, and it sucks lol but there are options that help it feel not so overwhelming

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Yep ground turkey or chicken is a great alternative to beef as well :)

[@Ehlair]

Yes absolutely chickpea pasta!! I find lentil pasta good too. I also left a comment with suggestions as I've been through the same thing but it got too long so I didn't mention the pasta alternatives. Glad you did :)

[@JAaB1990]

I feel like all of us watching are the proud aunts and uncles, watching Flynn grow and waiting for the twins to get here. I love your vlogs, regardless if you think something is “boring” or not. You supply the wholesome content we all need in our lives to make them less sucky 🤷‍♀️❤️😂. Also- try Atkins brand foods. They have freezer meals, snacks and protein/meal replacement shakes that are made for people with diabetes. I have PCOS so I have to have low sugar and low carbs to curb my symptoms, and Atkins helps me.

[@fabianadavilaviera6973]

Protein and low carbs: - eggs - avocado - nuts - baked pork rinds - berries Delivery options: - lettuce wrapped burgers - poke with greens - chipotle without rice and beans and extra protein (meat)

[@camilacastellanos2560]

Hi Colleen! I know you have been having a lot of back pain and this helped my mom with her back pain, so you get a plastic up and freeze it with water and once it is frozen you hold it with a towel and start massaging your back with the ice until it melts. After that, you get a thick massage cream not oil and massage the area and place a hot/ warm heating pad on the area! It relieves a lot of pain my whole family suffers from back issues it has helped my mom a lot! You could give it a try and see if it works! Love you!! You are an amazing person creating twins and taking care of Flynn!! ❤️(please like so colleen can see! hopefully, it can help her!)

[@ariella2828]

YES QUEEN

[@lindysmith6370]

I hope Colleen will see your comment I know it will help her also😊

[@beanythompson1460]

This is like hot/cold baths very common in the chronic pain community they help a lot

[@noellebedard5712]

Great advice!!❤ I also really want her to try out one of those pregnancy belts that relieves pressure on your back and pelvic region. I know she doesn't like anything tight on her belly but a lot of twin moms have said that they were a life saver during pregnancy so i feel like it would be worth it for her to try☺

[@gachalife5973]

Ice blue helps with muscle pain and back pain. It takes a couple hours to kick in but it helps so much. If you want to try it out it helps a-lot.I love watching your videos even though you say your vids are boring. I love hearing about your pregnancy symptoms💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

[@miemariane]

flynn telling erik to hop on his back is the most wholesome thing ever

[@lomie17]

*all of eric's acting training has prepared him for these moments*

[@ayjiaautry4632]

Best back of a fire engine I’ve seen 😂

[@Kat-jg3zh]

I thought the same thing 😂

[@ariella8787]

🤣🤣👏🏼

[@alicerpz3468]

Fats can be really filling: like nuts and cheese. Also, trader joes has a "soy beverage" that is 9g of protein in one cup with no sugar. You could make a protein smoothie with soy beverage and frozen fruit.

[@fads2118]

Ahh!! What’s the name!

[@fads2118]

Of the soy beverage I mean !

[@alicerpz3468]

@@fads2118 It's just called soy beverage and it's a trader joe's product

[@alysounstone-malagon4814]

Hey girl! I had gestational diabetes twice and kept my numbers down both times with a diet change! I also noticed once I got the diet under control I felt less yucky! The biggest thing is SNACKS!!! You need to be eating something every 2ish hours! My favorite snack was turkey pepperoni and cheese! And then AFTER you eat your protein THEN do a "smart" carb! That would be a whole wheat something, like bread with seeds or something, or a Veggie of some type! Veggies are the best because they don't make you spike! It's more of a slow burn carb! Take out pasta and switch it with Cauliflower! Glucerna shakes are a life saver if you need something fast and I would usually pair that with some protein, like some jerky! But they're specifically made for diabetic people and I would usually drink them in the morning or at night if I was hungry before bed! Also! Have some peanut butter on hand at all times just in case your numbers dip! It really is the best because it is a protein and a smart carb! The beginning is the hardest. You have to figure out what is the best number for your body to be at, as well as how many carbs you can handle. Because you still have to have some! This isn't Keto. If you cut them out completely you will fall out.

[@savannahmorrow7144]

Can we just take a second and admire how Flynn knew and made sure to slow his sentence down when Eric was having trouble understanding him (when he said it's out of air). Maybe that's a normal thing for toddlers to learn to start doing but it amazes me! He's so smart!

[@ekbrandon93]

Hey Colleen! I'm type one diabetic- yes, it can be hard to find easy snacks that don't raise your blood sugar too much. One easy option is nuts/seeds- I like snacking on sunflower seeds, toasted almonds, or cashews. My absolute favorite blood sugar friendly snack is edamame. You can buy them dry roasted, which takes no prep, or if you have a little more time steam some pods and eat with a little salt or condiment- I personally love it! As far as shakes, one that I love to make for dessert that has very little sugar is this: milk (I use almond milk but you can use whatever), a banana, unsweetened peanut butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, ice, and sometimes I add a few shakes of cinnamon powder if I'm in the mood for it. You can add a little stevia if you want it sweeter, but as long as the banana is nice and ripe it's usually sweet enough for me! If you're a fan of avocados they're also a good snack option as they have healthy fats that help you feel full without affecting your sugar much.

[@ellietidwell5105]

you’re awesome!!

[@cleosworld9096]

Dang u r a rockstar. I need to change my diet but it is so bad that I just am having a hard time. Plus I had to get all my teeth pulled because I'm a recovering addict clean for 7 years but ruined .y teeth so I cant eat nuts which was my goto. I think that it is one of the hardest things to do is change your diet and you guys are not given enough credit in the world

[@magictfn88]

@@cleosworld9096 YOU are the rockstar, having 7 years clean!! Congrats! 🥳🥳

[@PlumberryPuppet]

I might recommend replacing the banana in the smoothie with avocado, as the banana has more sugar/carbs. In fact Colleen's standard smoothie with avocado instead of banana and natural peanut butter instead of the sugar/processed one would still be great too. But yeah, if you want it sweeter, then use the banana.

[@ekbrandon93]

@@PlumberryPuppet yes banana is my personal favorite but making it with avocado is also a good option!

[@blacklabgoldens8197]

I can’t eat lots of carbs because of other health issues. It’s all about having a balanced diet not just cutting out. I eat lots of nuts as snacks. Also you can get protein power that tastes good but isn’t full of sugar to make your own shakes. Also apple and peanut butter is such a yummy and filling snack (but definitely not a meal). one thing I find very helpful is to season stuff different ways so it feels like I have more variety. You can make yourself a turkey sandwich as like a lunch. Also there are some carbs that don’t spike your blood sugar as much like sweet potatoes or quinoa that if you have with some solid protein (chicken, turkey, hotdogs, hamburgers, fish) to balance out.

[@abbythomet]

Probably will get lost in the comments, but here it goes: I am not a gestational diabetes expert, but I do know a bit about type I & II diabetes. It’s not really about cutting carbs/ sugar out COMPLETELY. It’s about making balanced choices (ie if you have a roll with dinner, don’t have dessert, or if you want a Big Mac later, maybe skip the fries, etc ) but also they TYPE of carbs also make a difference. White/refined carbs will spike your blood sugar, but more complex carbs (think whole grains like whole wheat, beans, quinoa/brown rice) won’t spike your blood sugar that bad.

[@fuckmylifebigtime]

yesss to this!! i really hope she sees it.

[@stephaniebakerforston2035]

I've had gestational diabetes twice, and YES TO THIS!

[@domimika9]

Exactly. However it's not all about the total carb intake but rather how you eat them. You shouldn't eat all carb meals, for example, if you eat an apple, like Colleen did, you should also eat some nuts with that.

[@llm4187]

Well said , I am pre diabetic, I eat whole foods and grains they fill you up and low glycemic index. But I eat other carbs too just in moderation.

[@joanna9237]

Yes yes yes!!

[@BffKLAM]

When you cut out carbs you have to remember you’re getting full much less quickly so the key to not being hungry is MUCH BIGGER portion sizes! You have to make so much more food when you don’t eat carbs to make sure you get full! Hope this helps x

[@nazurozzie]

Well with the gestational diet, its not bigger food portions its the oposite, but you eat six times a day. So smaller portion sizes 6x's a day. I was never hungry. Sometime I wanted to skip my 9:00 pm snack. Oh and also, I would eat every 3 hours.

[@cathlenefuller2840]

I am limited to 50 grams of carbs per meal for my type 2 diabetes. I can't eat bigger portions so how do you feel full until the next meal. I feel full after eating but it never lasts.

[@gigiallen5565]

Okay so one of my “go to” dinners when I had gestational diabetes was Salmon with a sweet potato and some veggies (usually asparagus). Breakfast was scrambled eggs on gluten free toast with salsa and avocado on it, lunch was always weird for me, and a good go to snack was a cut up apple with peanut butter and some “healthy” popcorn and maybe some nuts. You can still have like lettuce wrapped burgers and things, I could even do chicken parm if we made it thinly breaded and I had a smaller portion with just more sides that didn’t have carbs. Remember your body still needs carbs just don’t overdo it and check your numbers regularly and you’ll be okay. You got this!!

[@sarahwilson5029]

My husband is Type 1 Diabetic and he asked me to let you know that you need to eat foods with a Low Glycemic Index (Low GI) with your main meals. Avoid foods that are highly processed as it contains added sugars that will satiate your hunger short term which will make you more more hungry in the long run. Great option for snacks: • Granola and Greek Yogurt • Nuts • Dark chocolate

[@MaireadMcAllister]

And strawberries 🍓 and celery

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Yummy ♥

[@dezzieezzie]

Yes! As a diabetic, you still need to have some carbs. Just need to find the right ones that won’t spike your blood sugar too much…and also have a healthy amount of fiber!

[@ekbrandon93]

Yes! I'm type one diabetic and nuts are one of my go-to snacks- toasted almonds, cashews, or sunflower seeds. Easy and blood sugar friendly!

[@babs255]

I’m sure there are plenty of snacks labeled “keto” at your nearby grocery store that would be great low carb, high protein options! Just be cautious of processed foods: try and maintain a lot of High Density Lipids (sometimes called healthy fats, such as olive oil, whole grains, fish, nuts, etc.) and try to minimize Low Density Lipids (too much is not good and can cause heart problems - examples are beef, margarine, fried food, and sometimes cheese). Of course, everything is totally fine in moderation or if balanced with foods to lower LDLs. I hope this helps and I know it might seem overwhelming, but it is good to know!

[@susangilchrist781]

You CAN have some sugars and carbs, you just have to pair them with enough protein to balance them out. You could definitely do protein shakes. Eggs and toast. Spaghetti with meat sauce and low carb pasta. Sandwiches with enough meat/cheese to balance out the bread. I was even able to eat ice cream because it had enough protein to balance the sugar. Protein bars might be a good option. Or cheese and crackers. Nuts even.

[@Dani-gf7cu]

I love that Flynn calls it Miranda's office, not Mama's office

[@HeidiMLH13]

I'd love to know what Flynn thinks when he sees the babies moving around in there. I imagine he finds it wild! He is just too cute Colleen. And Erik, I love watching him with Flynn, he is such a cute dad!

[@taylorkirk5568]

It seems like Flynn likes pretending he’s one of the kids on the tv shows he watches. (he gives off such main character energy lol) I wonder if he will like getting into acting in the future, sure seems like it now!

[@Gabby_solo]

Right !! I was just admiring how much imagination this kids has

[@JoyFoolActs2035]

The fact that Colleen is dealing with a tough pregnancy and Eric is recovering from his wisdom teeth getting pulled, yet they push that on the back burner to give Flynn attention and love shows how great of parents they are. Being a parent is not easy, kids need a lot of your time. Great job to both of you.

[@JenKnee423]

A lot of meal delivery services have diabetic options. You can have carbs, just small amounts and use whole grains for breads and rices. You can also have your Dr set you up with a nutritionist. Everything in moderation.

[@rachelallison6651]

@@gordythecat I agree!!

[@ashleylinson3695]

Gestational diabetes is hard, especially when you feel like you have no idea what to do. I joined a Facebook group that gave me a ton of ideas. Also it helped me not feel so alone. I really like pure proteins shakes and bars because it’s quick to just grab. I also enjoy string cheese, slim Jim’s, summer sausage with cheese, veggie straws (when it’s time for a snack so I can have at least a serving of carbs, just need to count how many so you don’t get too much- I like the zesty ranch) Oh and I love cucumbers and ranch, that’s always a good choice. Salads are a great meal, I love to make a big big salad with a bunch of chicken so I get some protein. I have done well with chili, though not everyone does because of the beans. But for me it works, I like to top it with a bunch of shredded cheese and sour cream. Oh and you can try “two good” yogurt, those are good! Burgers also usually work for me, some people may need to take off one bun but I can usually get away with it. And honestly when all else fails, I can get away with a 10 piece chicken nugget from McDonald’s and sometimes it just needs to be that easy. Sorry this was all over the place- but the take away is, it’s all trial and error. Some people have luck with different foods that other people can’t touch. You just have to see what works for you but you will get the hang of it eventually 😊

[@rachelallison6651]

Edit to add: MagicSpoon cereal is a really good high protein, low carb, easy breakfast/snack that is pretty filling! And I'd honestly look into Thrive market, cuz you can shop for that stuff by dietary restrictions so you can see everything they have that fits your diet and order it and have it shipped so you don't have to go to the store to stock your pantry with everything you need. And they have tons of snack options!!!! So glad you are getting a dietician! That's so helpful when trying to adjust your diet, especially with something so complex as sugars and carbs. I hope that the advice in the comments proves helpful until then. I feel like you feeling so poorly today may have to do with the diet change and the fact that you're feeling so hungry, so I really hope and pray they can get this sorted out quickly and get you feeling the best you can! Sending all my love your way 💙💙

[@laural7752]

I love magic spoon, my favorite is the fruity one it tastes almost identical to fruit loops just a little difference in texture ❤

[@sophiescuisine]

Dinner ideas : •Tacos with low carb tortilla (the mission brand is pretty good) or replace the tortilla with lettuce wraps •lasagna with zucchini instead of lasagna noodles •cauliflower fried rice •stuffed bell peppers •chicken Parmesan with zoodles or high protein pasta •chicken Ceasar salad •chicken tortilla soup •blt in lettuce wrap or Low carb tortilla Snacks that keep you full : •Greek yogurt with berries and nut granola •chia seed pudding (try the pumpkin pie recipe on Pinterest

[@dynamofan25]

Got diagnosed with Crohn’s disease almost 4 years ago. Completely had to change everything about my diet. Still have the what to eat struggle struggle every single day even after 4 years! I believe in you Colleen, you can get through the struggles haha.

[@xoxo62477]

Flynn will be thrilled to know that MY kitty turned around and looked when he meowed. He's got it down!

[@katieb2463]

My puppy tilted his head and was listening very attentively trying to hear the “kitty”

[@Hellobooboo11]

I'm always amazed at how well-spoken Flynn is. "No it's out of AIR" I love that he knew to speak more clear. What a smart cookie.

[@isa_bella2516]

Not Flynn saying "hop on my back" to erik 😂😂😂 that made me laugh out loud soo cute 🤗

[@Griff.photography]

i honestly think flynns creativity and imagination is from being kinda in quaritine so much. and honestly its so nice to see. colleen and eric are such great parents

[@jenniferjones176]

I loved how he called it “Miranda’s office” lol 😂 not mommy’s office ❤️ so cute!

[@marissafulton1916]

My mom had gestational diabetes when she was pregnant with me, and you do not have to eliminate carbs! You just have to be careful how much you consume. You will starve if you completely eliminate them. She snacked a lot on peanut butter with graham crackers as well as nuts. One thing she recommends is picking carbs that have good fiber content.

[@jmkoldan]

Yes that fiber will help your blood sugar from spiking

[@MacMac548]

Mediterranean food is the only “healthy” food I actually like. If you want to be fancy you could do like chicken or beef shawarma, but honestly falafel is sooo easy and yummy. Also don’t worry about actually making it the proper way - you’re not serving it to an actual Mediterranean person 😂 You can eat falafel plain or with hummus, tzatziki, tahini, cucumber, onions, tomatoes, etc. Honestly the Mediterraneans/Arabs really figured out how to make yummy healthy low-carb food, so just Google Mediterranean food and you’ll find tons of healthy and actually yummy recipes!!

[@lesleyheidinger19]

And instead of making a wrap with the falafel, it could be eaten alongside fattoush or tabouleh. I love falafel. I need to eat it more often. In Liguria, they make savoury pancakes out of chickpea flour, called farinata. It's amazing. Tuscan-style beans, which is stewed cannellini beans in a tomato sauce, with sautéed onion & garlic, and seasoned with salt, pepper, fresh rosemary & fresh sage. In Greece, they make a dip out of yellow split peas. It's called fava & it's so very good. I also like to make a 5-bean chili, using black, red kidney, cannellini, pinto and chickpeas instead of meat. Then, there's onion, garlic, celery, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini and mushrooms to round it out. I also really like tofu recipes like this: kalynskitchen.com/baked-sesame-tofu-sticks/, which is similar to something I've had. Tofu is easily adaptable & can be quite delicious. It's also a fantastic source of protein.

[@ariella8787]

This is such a great idea. I had to go Mediterranean when I had cancer and I wasn’t mad at it. They do make delicious foods!

[@meganaddler229]

When I was pregnant with my twins I would eat sloppy joe meat/taco meat with tortilla chips or taco salads. Or frozen grilled chicken with cream sauces. I also ate frozen Mac and cheese. You could try the protein ice cream. They are low sugar and high protein. And they would fit with your normal style of eating

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

You cooked them first right?

[@little_miss_snushine]

Those little moments: “It’s out of, A-I-R” he’s so smart!!!

[@hannahsnesil3555]

Outer Isle cauliflower thins have been a game changer for me!! They are incredibly versatile. Burger buns, hot dog buns, mini pizzas, cheesy toast, turkey sandwiches, lasagna, tacos shells. The possibilities are endless. So many uses and so delicious! Only a few carbs per tortilla and the ingredients are very clean!

[@courteneytoft4815]

Love the way Flynn calls it “Miranda’s office” 😂😂😍

[@dylantd9189]

The fact that he is somewhat aware miranda and Colleen are two different people.

[@jadefrancescaepperson3124]

Loves it much too.

[@CookiehsAndDreams]

Major props to Erik and Colleen, still managing to play with Flynn despite them both being tired and in pain

[@loeemurray]

My husband is diabetic and we have found so many ways to make his favorites low carb. One of our favorite new finds is Trader Joe's has these cauliflower breads and pizza crusts in the refrigerator section, we use the breads for sandwiches and burger buns. You can do a million things with cauliflower to replace. He also snacks on low-carb yogurts, there's a bunch of different brands of them now, and nuts are a great snack. There is also a brand called Birch Benders that makes low-carb cakes that you can microwave, they also make a cake mix (yellow and brownie are the best).

[@rachel.lauren]

Seeing the babies move in Colleens stomach was mind blowing to see! It makes it feel so real!

[@petabulmer7345]

I was blown away! I never saw anything like it in my life!

[@emilyjarvis7155]

i knoowww it’s so weird like omg that’s an actual human ew 🤭😖😂

[@coriemay3841]

I love all 3 of my babies but I do not miss this feeling!!! Not bad at first but it gets very uncomfortable!! I couldn't imagine doing it with twins! Good luck Colleen!! 😘😘

[@maryforbes3724]

Colleen. I am so proud of the person you have become. A question for a vlog, what are you most proud of yourself, Flynn and Erik for? ❤️

[@jadefrancescaepperson3124]

Great question. I'm curious.

[@annahbritain]

SNACK SUGGESTIONS!!! Beanitos (Chips made out of Beans, they have so many different flavors, some taste exactly like Doritos, or even better) Hippeas (chickpea puff chips, come in many different flavors! Similar to the beanitos) Quesadillas with Corn Tortillas (Corn Tortillas have less carbs than flour, you can also make low sugar sweet tortillas with dark chocolate spread and almond butter!) Hummus! (A Dip for the bean chips! And a great dairy dip alternative) Beef Jerky (good source of protein but feels more like a snack rather than trying to eat hunks of meat all the time to fill you up lol) Cauliflower rice & Zucchini noodles (doctor them up with lots of yummy sauces and ingredients just as you would with rice or noodles! ) Baking with Almond Four and Coconut Sugar (My personal fav alternatives for any sort of baking!) Hope this helps! I’m sugar intolerant which makes my tummy sensitive to high carb and high sugar foods. These are some snacks I have fallen in love with that fill me up but are low carb and that I haven’t gotten sick of :)

[@ariella8787]

I screen shotted this because it all sounds so yummy AND healthy. Thanks! 🧡🧡

[@tai.6794]

i don’t have gestational diabetes but my aunt did, She typically had some type of oats or eggs for breakfast with fruit for dinner she usually made just any type of meat but her go to was beef or grilled chicken with beans and broccoli covered in cheddar cheese. she would also snack a lot through the day on things like nuts, seeds, and low carb wheat bread. not saying this is the right way but that’s what she would do 🤎🤎

[@tai.6794]

@@tijay8507 sorry again i didn’t say it was the right thing to do just that’s what my aunt did and stayed perfectly healthy so

[@ashley4655]

FLYNN IS SO FREAKIN CUTE!!! I already know he's going to grow up to be such an imaginative, creative, and intelligent person. If all parents were like colleen, the world would be a better place.

[@GiddyGarlic90]

These were my go-tos when I had GD (although by the end I’d gotten so sick of the whole ordeal that I started mainly just eating Magic Spoon cereal and keto pancakes). You do sometimes need to double or triple your portion size to fill up. - a sliced apple with a big glob of unsweetened peanut butter for dipping - fresh mozzarella cheese drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar on wheat thins, - a toasted english muffin with unsweetened peanut butter and sugar-free jam/marmalade, - plain Greek yogurt with chia seeds and berries mixed in As others have said, any snack food marketed for keto should work fine.

[@wizxioo4522]

All of my cousins who have babies they just shove phones on their babies but you guys always make time for Flynn despite being busy. It’s so great to see Flynn’s personality grow

[@NotTheDrugMolly]

I love having a breakfast “taco” every day with a Carb Balance/low carb tortilla, over medium egg, slice of cheese, and a chicken breakfast sausage link! ☺️

[@1987Megs]

Yes! So good and filling

[@lucy-eq3ts]

Seeing Flynn and Eric play while Flynn says and does the funniest and most ridiculous things and your vlogs overall is probably the highlights of my days.

[@gracielagomez5152]

Protein and fiber are more satiating and keep you full longer! some options: -chicken salad -potatoes (baked potatoes, sweet potatoes). They’re also more satiating compared to other carbs -protein pasta (the barilla brand) with lean ground beef and tomato sauce, basil, mozz, etc -ground chicken to make meatballs -nuts -salads with protein

[@TheMulle999]

Potatoes are pure carbs though :) carrots are better!

[@heytheremadi]

Flynn telling Erik to hop on his back is the funniest and cutest thing ever 🥺😂

[@abbycavazos711]

I know they aren’t my baby’s but I feel like part of the fam like seeing those babies move made me so proud of Colleen and the twins ❤️❤️

[@amandabryant1280]

I have type 1 diabetes and my sister-in-law had gestational diabetes with her second baby so I totally understand your confusion and frustration! Cubed cheese & apples are a great snack for me and trail mix without m&ms are good. Dark chocolate has much lower carbs than milk chocolate so if you want chocolate covered strawberries, try some dark instead. For low carb meals, try something like lettuce tacos or chicken and vegetable stir fry with quinoa. Quinoa is similar to rice but is lower in carbs. It can be incredibly frustrating sometimes but you got this Colleen! You are strong and your babies are going to be healthy and strong too! I’m supporting you all the way 💪🏼💕

[@penelopeegan6107]

I absolutely love it when you talk about the little things that Flynn does that make you laugh and stuff you can see the pure love and happiness that he brings to you both, how amazing that you have all this footage to watch with him and his siblings when they get older. Watching these videos are like a little bubble of happiness to brighten up our day xx

[@crystalg2272]

Flynn’s imagination and problem solving skills are so amazing

[@maryvblair]

So it’s definitely Dancing with the Stars, right? If so, excited for you to see Jojo dance live and possibly see you in the ballroom!

[@deandrasisneros1684]

That’s what I was thinking! I hope it is, that would be so fun especially since Colleen hasn’t done anything I’m so long!

[@tifflavigne]

that’s what i was thinking!!

[@bustamover]

That's gotta be it!

[@AmyE91]

For sure!

[@ElizabethTheUnicorn829]

Definitely

[@Bekahsoup]

Clips of Flynn make me cry every time, it’s just so surreal to watch this fun tiny genius grow up.

[@jazzyj4765]

Flynn is so blessed to have you and Erik as parents.

[@adventuresinc15]

This sounds weird, but for me personally when I would have a slice of pizza (like from the shop) my number would be high, but if I had that same huge slice of pizza with a side salad my numbers would be perfect. You learn what you can “get away with” it’s a lot of trial and error at first. Sometimes you eat things that are perfect and it spikes. Don’t beat yourself up. Keep a food journal. Its so helpful! I also was able to eat lots of chipotle bowls, if you’re into that. (For me that was a huge bonus at the end)

[@CowCowTheCat]

I am so glad I am not the only one! I eat rice and my numbers spike, but I can eat potatoes and my numbers are fine. Doesn't make sense, but yay... potatoes!

[@jessicalauzon5777]

I struggled with gestational diabetes, being my biggest craving was hot chocolate. I was put on a diet where I had to eat every hour, just small portions. My favourite things that actually filled me up was scrambled eggs with cheese and salsa, plain yogurt with berries and granola and also incorporated a lot of protein shakes to keep from feeling hungry. After a while of sugarless torture I also found a diabetes friendly low carb chocolate chip cookie recipe, which helped a lot! The fruit salads you love should be fine just make sure it's mostly berries, things like bananas are really high in carbs. Also, whole wheat tostidos the plain ones with salsa is a great low carb snack! Good luck, you got this ❤️

[@daisylovesreik]

Star your mornings with "good carbs" like oatmeal! In between and snacking try vegan protien shakes such as "orgain" to keep you full with minimal sugar and high protien. For meals try salmon with veggjes such as zoodles and artichokes to fill you up

[@cheyennefleshner3820]

i have type 1 diabetes and when i was first diagnosed i couldn’t eat hardly any sugars or carbs to keep my numbers down (when i was diagnosed they found out my numbers were over 800!!) anyways i ate peanut butter and crackers and the peanut butter filled me up! i don’t believe bacon has any carbs so bacon is another good option to eat with eggs! I’m so sorry you have to deal with this along with your pregnancy, but you are amazingly strong and i know you’ve got this! love you colleen!!!

[@haleyolson4491]

colleen hates bacon :/ but i’m type 1 too!

[@Hayeslifemexico]

I cant believe how far along you are, that went by incredibly fast!!! Also, little Flynn is livving the life! Dance parties and imaginary wonderlands will always be in his childhood memories, lucky guy

[@tianamaria6317]

If you like certain veggies, air-frying them with your favorite seasonings is a tasty side and what I do is eat a protein with 2 or 4 big sides of tasty veggies. If you like almonds or any nuts, that’s a filling snack if you eat a good amount. Also soups and stews are filling meals as well. And if you like avocado, it is a great filler as well. You can also find great recipes for bread that use plant based flours 😊 hope this helps! You got this ❤️🌈☀️

[@ohkayethen]

flynn’s imagination and little voice is so cute 😩 he’s just a little beam of sunshine

[@siya6016]

Colleen makes everyone’s day so much better! We love you!

[@HabibaTamer-ku9tp]

Snacks: chicken salad with arugula pomegranate and almonds Stuffed pepper with Quinoa, veggies and/or minced meat, salsa Hummus + Miso paste + Spring onions + tomatoes + your choice of veggies or meat in a wrap Cauliflower rice + chicken or minced meat (sort of like a taco bowl) Guacamole + sour cream + chicken on roasted veggies Nuts, such as Almonds, Pistacchio, cashews Bell Pepper + cream cheese Nut butter + Bananas

[@rosieexmisfit]

Oh my goodness, you can actually see the limbs of the babies as they move!! I miss that feeling and miss seeing that kind of movement! 🥺 Stay strong hun, it will be so worth it!! 💕

[@debbieebbiebobebbie]

Flynn: “Let’s go get some tools out of Miranda’s office!” Cracked me up, not mama’s office 😂

[@chelseaporter6010]

I have Type 1 Diabetes and eating is and always has been the hardest, i’ve been a diabetic for 13 years now. I wish iI was able to give more advice on snacks and meal ideas, but honestly my go to meal is a ham and cheese sandwich, with apples & peanut butter. sometimes I’ll make different soups with meats and cheeses and veggies and those tend to fill me up :) You’re doing great Colleen!!!❤️

[@jaimealbright1501]

Two things I use a lot: Eat large salads-lots of greens with nuts and veggies. There are lots of prepacked salad kits that do are great. Add chicken. Premier protein shakes-they are almost sugar free, taste amazing, and feel satisfying. The cinnamon roll and cookies and cream taste amazing.

[@klewis994]

The premier protein drink is great and they have the best bars, too.

[@doraleenunez9557]

As someone who also never feels full after eating, the one thing that keeps my energy levels stable AND keeps me full are these keto "Xtreme wellness high fiber tortilla wraps" with 3 scrambled eggs and pepper jack cheese (any cheese is good though.) I eat them for breakfast, the wraps are good too. Super quick and super filling. Hope this helps!

[@TiffanySL1989]

I was told by a doctor when my husband was diagnosed with diabetes that fiber can not only help keep you full longer but keep your body from absorbing some carbs and sugars. It's worked well for him to keep his blood sugar within a healthy range. We also eat alot of whole grains when we do have carbs as well as like low carb tortillas.

[@savannahleblanc4929]

Your vlogs have been such an amazing distraction since my mom unexpectedly passed away in May! You have brought me so much joy and laughter so for that I thank you 🙏🏼❤️❤️

[@KariTSays]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@savannahleblanc4929]

@@KariTSays thanks that’s so kind ❤️ it’s been very hard as she was only 52

[@jessicagillett9493]

I am so sorry for your loss, I hope you are doing well and taking care of yourself. Sending lots of love!

[@kellyw.2174]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m glad you can find small moments of peace. Many healing blessings to you.

[@mothermarie6057]

I love when Flynn does his arms with his mission “it’s out of air” 🥰🦋💜♥️🎶

[@TealSixString]

I think that “low GI” foods are good for feeling full, so things like salmon and lentils, sweet potatoes, nuts, oats, yoghurt etc are supposedly good if that is one of your food priorities 💕💕

[@carolinesamir8903]

GI meaning glycemic index.. meaning foods that are less likely to increase blood sugar

[@urbpro]

Can we all agree that Flynn running to go get tools from "Miranda's office" is the cutest thing ever, lol! Like she's this actual other person who has a room in their house and only shows up from time to time :)

[@mandihipsley]

I had it with my last pregnancy and I cried everyday, I craved donuts and the thought of not being able to eat one or a box a day killed me. I wasn't over weight, nor did I have it with the past two pregnancy so it caught me by surprise. NUMBER ONE RULE which my doctor told me is, Do not try to cut carbs completely because you have gestational diabetes. Your body needs them, and you’ll feel too deprived without them. I did eat carbs every so often. The best advice I can give you is that they have lots of different meals and recipes, one for peanut butter banana smoothie. You will get through this, it sucks I know how much it sucks but it wouldn't last forever.

[@courtney4194]

i’m on keto and low carb tortillas really help when i miss bread/ don’t want a lettuce wrap. i also eat eggs, nuts, and low carb yogurt daily and i stay satisfied. they also make low carb ice cream if you want something sweet. oh and cauliflower is a really good substitute, especially for rice. i know you like to cook but probably don’t have much energy but you can make low carb dough for pizzas very quickly and easily. there are tons of recipes online that are super easy. i hope this helps! 💜

[@M.j.327]

The brand “made good” has a lot of really good granola bars, Rice Krispies, energy bites and cookies that are really great for ppl with diabetes! Obvi it’s not a meal but just an idea for grab and go snacks!🙂

[@haleyolson4491]

I'm a type one diabetic, and my favorite snacks when I was first diagnosed were cheese sticks, cucumbers with salt and lime, almonds, for meals I would have a chicken quesadilla with low carb tortillas, burgers without buns, salads with lots of meat. There's lots of low carbs substitutes ass well. There's these smoothies that are probably 8 carbs, but they don't taste very good tbh. But I would add whipped cream, which is barely any carbs.

[@janbrastineford3080]

Try Premier protein shakes. Heat the chocolate one for hot chocolate...really good with whipped cream or just adding whipping cream

[@carmenutsadragutsa511]

Natural peanut butter with dates is amazing and very filling. Hummus with apples, again very filling. Bake cheddar cheese in the oven for chips like feeling. Very yummy.

[@mariferzarate9786]

A snack I recommend are dry apples, they basically are apples sliced thinly with some cinnamon, you place them in a tray, then in the oven for 30 minutes aprox. and then flip them and they are like apple chips, they are soooo good and healthy! you can eat plenty of them until you are full hahha lol hope it helps

[@graciachacon4755]

Apples are high in fructose. Yes it’s a natural sugar, but it will still spike her Glucose.

[@cynthistar124]

I love Colleen Ballinger's KZbin community so much. They help Colleen as well as help me learn things, too! And if I'm confused they talk to me rather than getting upset. Love you guys and love you Colleen♡♡

[@Lauren-dn3jl]

10:50 watching you watch them made my heart so happy! Much love to you Colleen!!!!

[@veronicamurphy6138]

Tortilla talk question: Do you think that Flynn has more of an understanding of the babies and what's to come now that he has met Teddy?

[@idkidk-gq4ju]

Try some air popped popcorn as a quick snack, you can get bags of it from the grocery store. It's nice and quick and yummy 💕

[@jessicapennington8938]

I wonder if Colleen forgot this, but I actually remember a video last year where she's in the car with Erik, I believe, and she said she got tested for Covid, and even talked about how it was the one that went all the way back - she even mentioned the sneezing! I don't know how she could forget an experience like that lol but this definitely isn't the first time she's been tested. Not a big deal or anything, just funny that she'd forget something like that. I know I couldn't - but Covid tests give me hella anxiety

[@Duqling]

If she did forget it wouldn’t surprise me lol. She’s a wife, mom, and is pregnant with twins.

[@savannabrewton9566]

I was thinking the same thing... she also used to say that everyone was tested, masked, and social distanced when her family first started seeing each other again.

[@MsSillymaria]

For snacks: Plain Yogurt with Granola and honey, oatmeal protein balls, Kale chips and apple slices baked with cinnamon. Meals: seasome chicken, potatoe coconut curry over rice, lettace wrap tacos and my fave breakfast go to is toast with melted cheese and avacado spread on after 😋

[@led_5226]

No honey. One of the worst things for diabetics. Maybe different for gestational diabetics, that I don't know.

[@rachelallison6651]

Potato and rice are pretty high carb to be eating in one meal...

[@carlysma2891]

Look at the paleo diet. High protein. Lower on the carbs.

[@rachelallison6651]

@@carlysma2891 that's what I was thinking. Paleo or keto would probably work

[@MsSillymaria]

@@rachelallison6651 you could do cauliflower rice as a healthy alternative. I personally just like it with a little plain rice. My dad is a diabetic and most things are fine in moderation. But everyone's body is different and GD is different from regular diabetes, I'm no health food expert lol