Week 2: Gestational Diabetes (and Common Misconceptions)
These 2 weeks of dealing with gestational diabetes taught me a lot, and I want to clear up some misconceptions about gestational diabetes that I have run into.
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Week 1: Gestational Diabetes
This week has been a real eye opener for me. In a good way actually.
Gestational Diabetes: My Initial Thoughts
I got the results back yesterday from my 3-hour glucose test confirming that I have gestational diabetes. But it isn’t the end of the world.
For When I Wish I Could Do More
Today was an abnormally good day. I’m really proud of how much I accomplished today, but my days don’t usually look like this.
Fighting Off the Mom Guilt
I felt guilty for taking a break yesterday. I’m learning to combat the mom guilt as I remind myself of the following things:
Purple Crocs and Growing Up
I had a moment today when I realized how much Eleanor is growing up, both physically and emotionally.
Dealing with Toddler Tantrums
Here is the advice that I give myself throughout the day when dealing with toddler tantrums brings me to my wit’s end.
Identity Crisis as a Mom
My world was rocked when I lost my identity in those early days of motherhood.
Adjusting to Life After Having a Baby: Navigating the Wonderful Chaos
In this post, we will explore some essential tips that helped me navigate the wonderful chaos of life after having a baby.
The Sacrifices of Motherhood
On days when I struggle to see the value of my hard work as a mom, I often look back on my pregnancy and the lessons that I learned in those 9+ months.