Christmas updates

Well, we have an interesting December. I went for my glucose testing, and it turns out that I do in fact have gestational diabetes. That one threw me off, as I have been feeling fine and have no symptoms, but as I learn more about it, it's getting better. I have an appointment with a diabetic counselor this coming Wednesday, so I'll learn more...just in time for Christmas, I know! From what I have been reading, I will most likely have to start checking my blood sugar 4 times a day, but hopefully this is something that can be controlled with diet alone. Once I get it under control, the midwife told me that I won't be at any higher risk for any of the complications than someone who does not have GD...so that's my motivation to make this work! I have still been feeling fine, and Special K keeps reminding me that he's around. I went for my last appointment with the midwife this week...from now on, I'll be attached to an actual doctor, not just a midwife. I hadn't met with this one before, but she was super nice. She took my measurements, and he's measuring exactly where he's supposed to be. She was able to tell me that his head is down (which is fine, he still has time to move around), and that he was sticking his butt out at her :) Great!

But anyways, overall, things are still going well. I'm getting over a cold...I've had it for about a week now, and I HATE being sick, so I hope it will be completely gone by Christmas. I'll now be seeing the doctor every 2 weeks...I can't believe I only have 13 weeks left to go!

Hugs,
Kristen and Special K :)

December update

I had my follow-up ultrasound yesterday, and so far, things seem to be progressing nicely. The ultrasound tech couldn't tell me much, but she did say that she can tell that my placenta moved...just wasn't sure if it was enough, and that they may continue to monitor it. I got a call later in the day and they told me that it's looking good, and that things should be fine by delivery. So THANK YOU to EVERYONE who said a prayer for us, each one was and continues to be greatly appreciated. I only got two pictures, and neither was very good though. Unfortunately, he decided to be VERY stubborn and would not turn and face the front. He kept his back to us, no matter how she had me move, shift, cough, whatever...I hope this isn't a sign of things to come!

Next regular appointment is December 17th, but I have my glucose test on the 12th...fun stuff, let me tell you! But it's still super exciting. I can feel him move around and kick every day. I think sometimes I can even feel him roll over. Brent's been able to feel him kick a few times too, so that's really fun.

Still not decided on a name yet...but don't worry, once we do decide, no one will know until he makes his debut! :):)

Hugs,
Kristen and Special K :)