| Hi Heather,
I had a baby 7 months ago. I had a great expierence and my daughter only weighed 7lbs, 8oz. I was dx with T1 at 32...almost 2 years ago.
Couple things...
You are normal to worry. Pregnancy is a very worrisome time in general. Check out the web site Diabetic Mommy for some real world examples of being pregnant with diabetes. It is very do-able.
Second, I read studies that said the gentic link is stronger through the male gene. A women has a 2% chance of passing it on and a male has a 7%. Odds are in your favor!
Third, there are a lot of studies you can participate in. I did a DHA study (would increased levels of DHA ward off diabetes in children of diabetics?), there is one called Trigger. Check out Trial Net for more info.
Lastly, I would do whatever it takes to prevent my daughter from getting Diabetes. I am coming to terms that some of my obessions in this quest has to do with control. At the end of the day, we don't have control over much...especially our infalliable bodies.
If my baby develops diabetes, we will deal with it. I'll be a good resource for her. Right now, I'm just enjoying getting to know her. She is a joy and a blessing and I will never regret bringing her into this world.
Good luck...please feel free to email me if you would like to talk.
Chris  | 
