It's not so bad I guess!

I think I'm getting the hang of this whole "diabetes" thing. Right after I found out that I had GD I went on-line and did some research about what, how much, and when to eat. I found a few menus to follow and figured out that you need to eat carbs with protein. I also found out that I need to eat a small breakfast with little or no milk or carbs. Unfortunately I also came to the realization that I can no longer eat the "fun foods". No more powdered donuts, tootsie rolls, chips, or chocolate. I guess I COULD eat those things in moderation if I wanted to but I'd rather use my servings of carbs on food that actually benefits my body!

Today I received a package in the mail with my glucose meter, lancets, test strips, and a book with all the information I would need to know. Tomorrow my dietitian is coming to the house to teach me even more. I think she is going to work on a menu and teach me how often and when I need to test my blood. I was playing around with my new glucose meter and found out it's not so hard too use and it really doesn't hurt to test my blood! I was so afraid the first time I stuck my finger, I think I sat there for one full minute just talking myself into lancing my finger but I did it and it really wasn't so bad!

Since I have been eating better food, smaller meals and more snacks I have been feeling better. I have been less tired and I haven't gained any weight since I started...which is just fine with my doctor and me! I have also been trying to get in 30 minutes of exercise each day whether that be walking, dancing or cleaning.

I am actually learning alot about what the body needs for fuel...I'm hoping I can stick with a diet like this when I'm no longer pregnant! Here's hoping:-)