Diabetes

I am sorry for your losses, My sister has lost two children also. Have you tried Byetta, and I hope you get the awnsers you are looking for.

D., are you type 2 or was it childhood diabetes? I have type 2 and have diet-controlled it for 7 years now. I watch every bite I take and it's not always easy, but I have friends ( including my Best Friend) who are now on pills & shots everyday,even one to the point of dialysis now. I am 49 and have 2 dtrs & 4 grandbabies... they are the reason I want to be here as long as I can.
My ex-sis-in-law had childhood diabetes and they had told her she would probably never have a health, well baby. Since she knew this as a child herself, she chose to be fixed and not have any. She came from a family of 7 kids. But she has her stepson and grandbaby now, and is fine with that.
What does your Endocrinologist suggest? There has to be some sort of prenatal specialist out there today that has dealt with diabetic patients.They make medical strides everyday.
I'm just wondering , are you on meds, how old you are, and how long you've had the diabetis. If you'd like to discuss more, please, just e-mail me and I'll be happy to answer back.
I wish you the very best of luck in this and all you do! Have a wonderful day and make it count somehow!

Ruthie

Bless your heart! www.mercola.com has some great information on controlling diabetes. It's free :)

There is so much more going on here than just controlling your sugar levels. There are many things that drive up blood sugar and or prevent them from staying balanced, fatty acid metabolism, carbohydrate intake, PH balance, to name a few. I would go online in your area and search for a Functional Endocrinologist, or Functional medicine doctor. You can look at Alternativemedicine.com i believe that have a doctor directory. Hope this helps.

D.,

My hubby is a nurse. Talk to your doc about the newer pumps/etc that you stick into your stomach and wear 24/7 and they constantly infuse you with insulin so it keeps you at the therapeutic level...I wish you luck!

I live in Hugo also Let's have lunch, I'm a L&D RN and a Wellness Consultant give me a call on wed or thursdays.
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D., I don't know anything about the diabetes, but I did want to tell you that I have lost two babies also, and I understand your grief. Have you been to any MEND meetings? You can find out about MEND (Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death) at www.mend.org.

If you want to try an alternative medicine approach, acupuncture is a pretty safe, non-invasive technique. I don't know if they can help with diabetes, but a good practitioner may have some dietary suggestions for you as well as some treatments. I can recommend Dr. Jane Liu at Jade Clinic (one location in Frisco and one at LBJ between Preston and Hillcrest).

Take care of yourself.

I am so so so sorry for your losses and cant even begin to imagine the difficulties of having diabetes on top of losing your children. I highly recommend getting to a doctor and having them refer you to a diabetes educator. The 2 major ways to control your sugar are exercise and then nutrition. It is a very difficult and delicate balance and any physical strain can automatically throw it out of whack. Pregnancy takes a toll on your body and I wouldnt be surprised if it didnt effect your blood sugar. Try to find a doc or OBGyn who specializes in diabetes. I dont know any off hand but maybe post on here for recommendations, the ladies here know a lot. My best wishes for you and my prayers - R.

I don't have full blown diabetes, I'm pre-diabetic, but one thing that could possibly help is getting your hormones levels checked. I know that if certain hormones are unbalanced your doc can give you supplements that can help get your levels right, and that can help you regulate your blood sugar levels better. I've also heard that a diet similar to South Beach can help, as well. You especially want to eat a lot of leafy, green vegetables to ensure your iron and vitamin D levels are high enough for you body to function properly. (I have problems in all these areas ;))

Hello D.,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I see you're getting lots of good advice. I have one more thing to add: have you been to a chiropractor to check your neck and spine? if the neck and/or spine are out of alignment the nerve signals cannot get to the right place. That may go a long way on helping your pregnancy. I highly recommend Dr. Hooten
Hooten Family Chiropractic
16970 Dallas Pkwy #201
Dallas, TX 75248
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http://drhooten.com/

if he's too far for you, he can probably recommend someone in your area.

about diabetes, there are herbs that can help. for example cinnamon can help regulate the sugar. I recommend you read up on diabetes herbal remedies. Of course not everything out there works for everyone and you need to consult with your doctors. sometimes making a small change on your diet --not necesarily what you eat but when you eat it-- can have a big impact.

I am very sorry what you have been through.

Here is my story and hope it helps !

I have Insulin resistance ( its a form of diabetes,
when you produce too much Insulin ) and also PCOS.
With the 2 together makes it hard to get PG and was treated with diabetic medicine Metformin. It helps lower the insulin to a normal level and helps reg the PCOS, so increasing chances to get PG. I was very lucky and got PG with our 1st child and referred toa OB for a HIgh Risk Pregnancy.
I was monitored very closely and several Dr appt and
also monitiored by a Perinatal Dr who did several sonograms to check the baby growth. Also saw a Dietian for sugar,
when I am not PG I have too much sugar when I am Preg
I don't have enough. So they put me on Insulin pills the 2cd trimester. I had to keep track of everything I ate, and fax that to all the Dr's offices, and also medicine and also daily blood sugar reading. My son was born 2 months early
and weighed 8.5lbs and had too much blood sugar and was in NICU for 2 weeks. He is 4 now and a healthy child no problems.

I was able to get PG 18 mo later with 2cd child and went better only had to take sugar reading and also went to High Risk Ob and Perinatal Dr and she was born 1 mo early and had too low blood sugar just for 1 day, been normal ever since.

I would reccommend finding a great OB that treats High Risk PG and they will also send you to a Perinatal Dr to monitor your PG. I am not sure if they did this for you,
hope anything I went thr helps YOU, Good luck and God will get you through.

D., please know my heart goes out to you and your loss. A number of years ago I too lost a baby and I think of him everyday.
Problem #1: Diabetes
Go to your doctor and discuss this situtation and educate yourself by attending diabetic classes. Don't be afraid of asking any thing you question or don't understand. There are no dumb questions and the one you are wanting to ask has probably been ask before.
Problem #2: Dealing with loss.
You didn't mention about your support system, family, minister, friends, etc. Being able to talk about your feelings is something you need. You might want to be around babies or small children. Volunteer at the hospital to rock babies. Volunteer at church to help with small children. Look into your community and see where you might be useful and interact with children. People say unpleasant things to you about your loss because they don't know how to deal with death...you and I know that someone just saying "I'm so sorry" or hugging you means a great deal.
Good luck and plan something for yourself to do each day...do not stay home and cry as that doesn't help you move on in life. Keep growing and educatining yourself so that you can be a Mom someday.
God Bless, L. R

D.,

i am very sorry about your loss. But keep trusting in God and your dream will come true.

Hello!
Congrats on wanting to be a Mom! As a Mom of 22 years, I can tell you it is the best career ever! I was a career lady and was not planning to be a Mom. I am proud that my husband supported me and allowed me to always stay home with my children. I was surprised at how happy babies made me!
I would read on the internet and google natural diabetic herbs and vitamins.
Dr. Helen Pensanti, MD , has a women's medical clinic in California. She has a website, askdrhelen.org. She sells natural progesterone products. Progesterone helps pregnancy. Do not eat peanut butter, soy,sugar, diary products, etc.
Go to bed by 10:00 to allow body to get its most effective and natural repair time . Drink lots of water, no coke, tea, etc. Exercise! Fish oil is very important for health.
Ask the doctor for natural thyroid USP to help your system.
Dr. Helen's adrenal supplements are fabulous.
All this will help! It helped me in many health problems!
Blessings and prayers!
Sincerely,
C. N.

You did not say if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes but the bottom line is to get to a good endocrinologist and an ob/gyn for high risk pregnancies. Both forms of diabetes require daily responsible care and need to attention of a medical specialist for your safety as well as the baby's............good luck to you.........

I don't know much about Diabetes and pregnancy, but I just wanted you to know that God loves you and he will bless you again. Keep your faith, and God Bless you.

sb

Man, you poor thing you really have had a hard time. I'm so sorry what has happened to you. I wish that I could change things for you, but I can't. Jesus Christ can! The things that have happened to you are unfortunately out of your hands. Sometimes our will is not God's will. I would really pray about this and ask God to give you direction. You never know what he has in store for you. God might want you to adopt a child. Everytime I think I know what is best for me it always turns out bad. When I ask God to guide me in what HE wants me to do and have faith, then it always works out perfectly. I hope this helps you in everyway possible. I will definately pray for you. Have a blessed day!!!

I am not sure where you are located but try the Diabetes America centers, you also need to find yourself a high risk OBGYN that can help you through conception and pregnancy. If you need more information let me know, I am a nurse at a Dr.'s office and would be glad to help in any way. http://www.diabetesamerica.com/locations.cfm

First of all, I am sorry about your losses.
Second, try getting involved in some groups that are for diabetic women and or families to get you out of the house.
Third, seek new doctors (interview them) that will help you with your insulin, weight and any other factors needed prior to becoming pregnant.
Fourth, try again and stop putting SO much emphasis on being a mom as that causes a lot of unnecessary stress. I know easier said than done.
Fifth, have faith.
Six, people are always going to be cruel with comments and you will have to grow a thicker skin and learn not to take it so personally.
Sixth, if you cannot conceive, have you thought about adoption? You know what it is like to give birth. This other blessing from God is here and needs a wonderful momma.
Seventh, you must weigh all risks and consequences of becoming pregnant again which will include life and death to you.

Hi D., I'm very sorry for your losses. I have diabeties also I take 3 shots a day. I uses the Novolog prefilled insulin pen. I was blessed to have a beautiful daughter named Amiracle but she has caudal regression syndrome (associated with spina bifida) and other health problems. But I thank GOD for her and wouldn't trade her for anything. While pregnant my diabeties were very much out of control and is still having problems with my sugar levels being too high but i have found a new doctor now. Have you tried seeing a high risk OBYGN doctor? Don't give up just keep on trying and trusting in GOD and he will see you through.

I have also lost a child and I understand how horrfic the pain is. I have learned so much since the death of my 2 year old. I am now an intuitive healer in Wylie. I can help you and have done so (with the total help of God)worked with many women who doctors said they would never carry full-term or get pregnant at all. God wants you to have the desires of your heart (a baby) and you will no matter how it seems right now.
M.

hi D.
I just want you to know that i feel your pain in respect of longing for a child, And no i am not Diabetic but i have had 11 miscarriages and now God has blessed me with an Angel that is now 2yrs old as of yesterday . I would like the opportunity to help support you during this time,and i just wanted to ask you have you heard of the whole food store, They are herbal and neutral based, maybe if you explain your conditions while pregnant they might suggest a remedy that you can use that will not harm the baby,I understand the feeling of a child lost, yes you can loss your mind but God is in control, My door is open. e-mail ____@____.com
C. D

First I want to say I am so sorry for your losses. I had a woman at church who lost her baby and it was my first experience with that type of devestation. I don't know of any other alternatives in medicine, but I have heard that chiropractic procedures can help. I know desperate times can call for desperate measures. It might be worth a try.