[KCP]

Lol yea! THe thing i hated most about it was the tape type stuff they give you.. THey didnt give me enough so I ended up having to use normal tape..!!! Until i could get some more..

[sarah91]

Well today is the last day. I am taking it off in the morning and can't wait. The novelty has worn off now and it annoys me when I have a shower or go to the loo. A couple of times I have knocked it off the side of the sink or bed when I am changing or cleaning my teeth and it swings by my knees. I let out a little yelp in anticipation of it coming out, luckily it has not and its taped on well so it doesn't hurt. Can't wait for the results!

[KCP]

aww, yea, i had the same problem! i hated it towards the end.. I had to sleep on my site as I slept on my right and thats where the electrode was!!!

[JediSurfer]

Don't wanna put a downer on things, but are you not worried that you will pass this nightmare illness which is diabetes and can be a severe disability on to your children?

peace

Rich

[gettingby]

Originally Posted by JediSurfer

Don't wanna put a downer on things, but are you not worried that you will pass this nightmare illness which is diabetes and can be a severe disability on to your children?

peace

Rich

Rich, all reports I've read on passing on diabetes says that the child is more at risk if the father is diabetic than if the mother is.
Now, if I am wrong, someone please correct me.

[KCP]

That has never been an issue. I can understnad that some people have real problems with their daibetes but believe me, ther eare far worse things to be born with!!!

I would never use my diabetes as an excuse to do/not do something! Can you imgaine:
No, i cant lose weight. I have diabetes
No, i cannot come out to dinner. there might be too much sugar
no, i cannot marry, i might die form diabetes related Diseases!!!!

OMG! we cannot live like this!!!!!

[gettingby]

Originally Posted by KCP

That has never been an issue. I can understnad that some people have real problems with their daibetes but believe me, ther eare far worse things to be born with!!!

I would never use my diabetes as an excuse to do/not do something! Can you imgaine:
No, i cant lose weight. I have diabetes
No, i cannot come out to dinner. there might be too much sugar
no, i cannot marry, i might die form diabetes related Diseases!!!!

OMG! we cannot live like this!!!!!

I agree with you.

[KCP]

Lol nice to know im not completely alone in my ramblings..

[sarah91]

If a child of mine were to become diabetic I think I would be more supportive as a parent than a non diabteic parent. If I knew when I was diagnosed what I know now I would have done a lot of things very differently. I was diagnosed at 15 when I was just discovering boys, drinking and smoking. As a diabetic parent I have a greater understanding of how tough things can be but also that if you look after yourself everything can be ok.

[sarah91]

getting my sensor results tomorrow! Am quite excited!

[Jan B]

Originally Posted by JediSurfer

Don't wanna put a downer on things, but are you not worried that you will pass this nightmare illness which is diabetes and can be a severe disability on to your children?

peace

Rich

It's not only diabetes that may be passed on. The possibility of other defects (heart, etc.) is a little higher too. Just the way it is. Since my little brother was adopted, the idea of adoption always stands out to me. I still understand a woman (and man) wanting their "own" children. What bothers me is how hard it can be to adopt children if your health isn't perfect.

[KCP]

Yea, im well aware of the risks for a diabetic to have children naturally, but thats why I am doing everything in my power o ensure my health is as perfect as I can get it. Im not pg yet, but i want to be and I know that if i want a healthy child, i need to be in tip top shape myself.
Just because i have diabetes it does not mean i cant do things that people without diabetes do. They have just as many risks and as long i get healthy i can have a good pregnancy and a healthy baby, just like them

[Jan B]

Originally Posted by KCP

Yea, im well aware of the risks for a diabetic to have children naturally, but thats why I am doing everything in my power o ensure my health is as perfect as I can get it. Im not pg yet, but i want to be and I know that if i want a healthy child, i need to be in tip top shape myself.
Just because i have diabetes it does not mean i cant do things that people without diabetes do. They have just as many risks and as long i get healthy i can have a good pregnancy and a healthy baby, just like them

I have confidence you will do well, and your eventual child will be extremely loved and appreciated! Diabetes has been a blessing in my life & I hope you feel the same way.

[KCP]

aww, my diabetes has been hated at times, but its starting to be looked at as something that is a blessing. Without it, who knows how unhealthy i would be as i wouldnt have to worry about my health!!

So Sarah91: have you looked at your CGMS results yet?

[sarah91]

Hi again Yes I've had my results and am going to hospital tomorrow (tues) to see the consultant to see what advice he has and what action to take next. It appears from the results that I am not having hypos in the night but am having something called dawn stress. I'd not heard of this before but apparantly at about 5am in the morning by body decides to give me a sugar boost all by itself to prepare me for the day ahead. It's very nice of my body to do that but not very good being a diabetic! I have to be different !!!
I discussed the pump with the nurse and think this is going to be the best treatment for me to get my hba1c down to an acceptable level for me to start the fertility treatment.

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