I've been an insulin pumper for nearly two years. I finally started pumping in anticipation of my diabetic pregnancy. The pump was the single most important tool in ensuring the health of both me and Sienna. Although I sometimes get annoyed when I wear an outfit without a convenient place to carry my pump or when Sienna little foot or hand gets... Read more
I'm back to work today. Sigh.
Sienna and I had such a great time together during my maternity leave. She is a delightful baby, so full of smiles, giggles and coos. I can spend hours just looking at her and watching the wide variety of her expressions!
Since we live in beautiful San Diego, we were able to get outside nearly... Read more
Diabetes is engrained in all the nooks and crannies of my life. Thus, it makes sense that motherhood would also be influenced by my disease. Over the last few months I have seen how having diabetes has helped me to maintain perspective and my sanity. When a baby arrives everything changes and moms tend to focus all of their... Read more
Pregnancy Tracker: 11 weeks Size of the Baby: 12 pounds Biggest Obstacle: Being sad about going back to work! Sienna will be 11 weeks old on Wednesday! Time is flying by and she is growing up so fast. People always say that babies and children change all the time, and it's so true! It's such a joy to watch Sienna do new... Read more
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