"I'm in the final weeks of my pregnancy (holy insulin usage!!!). I'm not sure this is totally recommended but what I've done is just rewind the pump, shoot 100u or so of insulin back into the reservoir using a syringe and restart it.…"
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Ashley Jul 8, 2012. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Just found out I am pregnant (little over 4 weeks) and I need to know what to do first! ...appt with OB or perinatologist???Thanks!Continue
Dexcom sensor suppose to hurt like this???
Started this discussion. Last reply by jrtpup Nov 29, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I just started using Dexcom a couple weeks ago. I had been putting the sensors on my hips but tried it on my stomach yesterday. Insertion wasn't anything different but OUCH it has hurt so much ever…Continue
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kphil06 replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"exact quote from my MFM: "you will stay on your pump during the delivery. the hospital staff doesn't know what they are doing."
Be firm in your decision. They can't treat you against your will. Have your MFM write a note to your…"
Lauren replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I used my pump and cgm for the entirety of my labor, delivery, and recovery. Blood sugars stayed between 85 and 155, and were around 100 pretty much the entire time. It is totally possible for you and your husband to do this! Fortunately I…"
Linda G left a comment for Ashley"HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY!! Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year! Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in…"
Roop replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Hi, I'm currently 32 weeks pregnant with my first munchkin, and just last week at my appt with my Endo/Diabetes Nurse/Nutritionist, they briefly introduced my options of staying on my pump during delivery or having the staff manage me through…"
"I went off my pump when I went into labor,I was afraid I'd get too out of it to properly manage my diabetes. My OB nurses (during the 24 hours I was in labor) were fantastic though, they checked my blood sugars every hour & notified the…"
Ashley replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Thank you all SO MUCH for the feedback and advice. I really appreciate it and it is a huge comfort to hear your experience with this. Thanks for replying!!!"
Heather replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I wasn't on the pump for my first child but did for my second. I was planning a vbac and was given the go ahead to use the pump during active labor by and with a advice from my endo. I ended up with a repeat c-section and still used the pump…"
Chelseabetic replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"When I went in to labor the OB just let me manage my own sugar levels since I kept it so under control my whole pregnancy. They would make me check it every hour and as long as it was under 150 they said they wouldn't bother me. Their is sugar…"
Kristin replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I used my pump during my c-section and it was OK, but I have to say that my blood sugars were changing quickly. So even with my years of experience in blood sugar management, I had never done blood sugar management during a birth before.
I think…"
"During the birth of my first daughter, the hospital wanted to put me on an insulin drip too. My husband and I MADE IT CLEAR that I was responsible for my sugar levels, and that I want to be left on my pump. They did, however, insist on connecting me…"
Kathy replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I had the same reaction when my OB told me I would have an insulin drip before during and after birth! I was terrified. I had a bad experience at a different hospital a few years ago. They tried to force Me to use novo log insulin because they ran…"
lizzistardust replied to Ashley's discussion 'Did you use you pump when in labor??' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"I was afraid of this and asked my OB on the first visit whether she'd allow me to manage my own BG with my pump, or if she'd want a drip. Her response was, "I can't think of anyone more qualified to manage your blood sugar than…"
Ashley added a discussion to the group Oh! BABY!!!
Did you use you pump when in labor??
I had an appointment with my OB today and he informed me I would be on an insulin drip when I go into labor rather than my pump...WHAT??!!??!! I have an appointment with the maternal-fetal specialist in 2 weeks and I plan to question completely this and praying that he gives me a different answer. I have not had great experiences with hospital staff running my insulin flow in the past and to hear an OB nurse with minimal training will be trying to do this by IV has me in sheer panic :( My…See More
Ashley replied to Diana's discussion 'Approaching the End :)' in the group Oh! BABY!!!"Oops...he said the placenta of diabetics tends to deteriorate earlier than non-diabetics (and thats it is unrelated to BG control, he said it's for reasons they can't pinpoint yet). They mentioning inducing me at 38 weeks...eek...I…"
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- At 6:58am on January 27, 2013, Linda G said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHLEY!!
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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- At 6:07am on January 27, 2012,
brokenpole said… Happy Birthday, Ashley!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 3:25am on January 27, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Ashley. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 5:39pm on December 5, 2011,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 10:00pm on November 29, 2011,
Doris D said… WELCOME TO ONE OF THE GREATEST FAMILIES YOU WILL EVER MEET MY FRIEND!!!! WE'RE GLAD YOU JOINED US!!!!!!!!!! Please introduce yourself on our forum. Questions??? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum and you will get many answers there.
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 2:01pm on November 29, 2011, SEAGATOR said…
Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. WELCOME!!!
- At 1:38pm on November 29, 2011, Linda G said…
Welcome home Ashley.....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends ♥
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 11:52am on November 29, 2011, brokenpole said…
Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
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