Pregnancy Tracker: 18 weeks
Size of the Baby: The size of a small can of soup.
Biggest Obstacle: Waking up in the morning -- sleep feels so good!
Yesterday, at 17 weeks and 6 days into my pregnancy, I had my first experience with insulin resistance. I can see that there are many frustrating days ahead!
Up until now, my blood glucose has been fairly easy to control. I have not increased my total daily dose (TDD) since the pregnancy began, and for a few weeks, between weeks 9 and 13,...
Pregnancy Tracker: 29 weeks, 3 days Size of the Baby: Head to toe length is about 16 inches Biggest Obstacle: Getting my daily... Read more »
Pregnancy Tracker: 27 weeks Size of the Baby: Total length is 15 inches! Biggest Obstacle: Finding interesting, nutritious, low-carb... Read more »
Studies have linked being overweight with a 45% increase in heart disease risk. So, if you're overweight it's in your best interest to... Read more »
When I read Gina's post regarding planning for a diabetic pregnancy, it was a trip down memory lane for me. Very timely as well, since... Read more »
A presentation on June 10 at the 66th Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association in Washington, D.C., finally proved that you... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Insulin resistance syndrome; Syndrome X Treatment The goal of treatment is to reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Your... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Insulin resistance syndrome; Syndrome X Prevention Preventing (and managing) the condition involves: Eating a diet low in fat,... Read more »
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