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Do I really have to do a 24-hour urine test?

I used to do the 24 hour sample before they could test for kidney function in the smaller sample. It was definitely a pain. I usually did it on a Sunday and tried to stay close to home so that I co...

Tagged: microalbumin, urine, 24-hour

Replied Nov 3

New blog post -- Looking for advice about CGMs

I just added a new post to my blog and would love to hear about your experiences and suggestions! It's about CGMs ... A Sweet Journey to Motherhood Thanks! Nici

Started Oct 30

Nici -- About Me
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Hi all! I have been lurking on the outskirts of the DOC for a long time and have been taking advantage of all of the knowledge our here! I finally decided that it was time to become more involved....

Started this discussion. Last reply by Di Oct 29.

 

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Di replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
I just read this post and then your update. You must have been very scared! I'm glad things are looking up, and I'll keep my fingers crossed for you.
November 6
Kristin replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
Great to hear Nici! Fibroids are quite common, as far as I know and often do not interfere with the pregnancy and delivery. Hope that your peanut continues to grow and flourish!
November 6
Nici replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
An update -- yesterday we were able to see the "peanut" and the heartbeat on the ultrasound! It turns out that the mass is a fibroid. What a relief. We are not 100% out of the woods yet, but things look so much better. http://typeoneandttc.wordpr...
November 6
Louisa replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
Oh Bless you sweetie, my heart is in my mouth just reading this. I am praying that everything will be ok for you and peanut x
November 4
Shannon replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
I posted a comment on your blog, too, but I just wanted you to know that you're in my thoughts. Positive vibes are being sent your way! Hang in there.
November 4
Kristin replied to Nici's discussion 'No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
Nici, the uncertainty must be overwhelming. I will keep you very close in my thoughts and please keep us posted on how you are doing! Sending hugs to you!
November 4
Nici added a discussion to the group Oh! BABY!!!
No Fetal Pole at Six Weeks
I just added a new post on my blog. A Sweet Journey to Motherhood I had a devastating visit with the OB yesterday. It turns out that I might have an ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. Has anybody else experienced anything like this? What was your outco...
November 4
Marie B left a comment for Nici
November 3
Nici replied to Heidi's discussion 'Any Type 1's with babies/children that developed Type 1?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
I was diagnosed just before my 5th birthday. My mother has been Type one since she was 12 (47 years and counting!) There are a number of autoimmune diseases in our family, especially on my mom's side. I am pregnant now and also wondering about th...
November 3
Nici replied to Heidi's discussion 'Any Type 1's with babies/children that developed Type 1?' in the group Oh! BABY!!!
The part about Penicillin is interesting to me. We think that I had a mild allergic reaction to Penicillin before I was diagnosed, but I never put the too together. Maybe that was the "environmental trigger" for me. Nici A Sweet Journey to Mother...
November 3
Nici joined jessica's group
Oh! BABY!!!
A group for those of us who are hoping, wishing, praying, wanting to be pregnant one day. A source of pregnancy web links, helpful tips. frustration, support, happy thoughts, etc.
November 3
Nici replied to Marie B's discussion 'Do I really have to do a 24-hour urine test?'
I used to do the 24 hour sample before they could test for kidney function in the smaller sample. It was definitely a pain. I usually did it on a Sunday and tried to stay close to home so that I could do all of my "collecting" in my own bathroom. ...
November 3
Handing out trick or treat candy
October 31
Di left a comment for Nici
October 30
Di and Nici are now friends
October 30
Making chili for the Halloween party at work
October 30

Profile Information

Hometown (where you come from):
Ohio
Do you have diabetes?
Yes
Type of diabetes
Type 1
Date diagnosed
January 1, 1982
Type of treatment you use
Pump
What pump model do you use, if any?
Medtronic Minimed 522
What do you expect from TuDiabetes?
a sense of community; to share knowledge and experiences
How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
DOC blogs
What do you do for a living?
Technical Writer

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At 10:43am on November 3, 2009, Marie B said…
congrats on the pregnancy! when are you due? btw, welcome to TuDiabetes!
At 1:46pm on October 30, 2009, Di said…
Hi Nici!
thanks for the friend add. Great blog! I'll be checking it often!

Good luck with the CGMS!
At 10:18am on October 29, 2009, Robyn said…
Hi and Welcome!
At 5:42pm on October 28, 2009, Louisa said…
Wow, I shall be following your blog for sure. X
At 2:04pm on October 28, 2009, Louisa said…
Hi there, welcome to the community
Lou x
At 9:53am on October 28, 2009, Christina said…
Welcome to tudiabetes! =]
Check out our group for people living in ohio
http://tudiabetes.com/group/diabeticsfromohio
At 9:09am on October 28, 2009, MelissaBL said…
Welcome to TuDiabetes, Nici! Let me know if I can help you find your way around.

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