I was not a fan of peanut butter until i was pregnant. I love natural butters and I know this recipe calls for the processed kind which is also good. Anyways, enjoy this easy recipe and you can even add some cinnamon powder and chocolate chips.
http://www.informationaboutdiabetes.com/recipes/Sugarless__Cookies___For__Diabetics_.htm
I did it! I resigned from my job that I have been at for 7 years. It is the right decision, yet I still feel this empty pit in my stomach. I know I am not alone, as there are zillion other mom’s out there who have put off their careers to provide a nurturing environment for their children. Being a parent is a thankless but important job. Regardless of my feelings, my decision is the best choice for my family.
I suppose my feelings of sadness and uncertainty is normal for such a significant change. I’m uncertain where my career future will take me and how can I financially contribute to my household. I know there is time to figure it all out and like I said, there are a zillion of women balancing both (kudos). I just know for me, I cannot. I cannot be present and focused with my daughter and work full time. Don’t forget the rigorous role of diabetes management!!!!
Anyways, regardless of my discomfort there are so many benefits that I must focus on. I am the healthiest and happiest I have ever been. I am proud to be a mom and wife to two of the most amazing human beings on this planet. I’m excited to see what is in store and to continue to work on my contract job in the interim.
I personally did not take Tylenol during my pregnancy but i know that many women do. This is an important study to read because of the heightened risk for male infants and testosterone levels. It is scary how one day they claim certain habits are okay and then the next they are not. I suppose everything we do is risky and should be based on our gut feeling rather than what we are advised to do.
I love peanut butter and I am so happy my little girl is not allergic. The funny thing is that I was not always a fan of it. When I was pregnant i became well acquainted with the nutty legumes. I have to say that I am more into the all natural kind. I love pasting a heaping spoon full on apples, bananas, toast, or on it’s own.
The link below says peanut butter can control blood sugar and appetite. It is a good source of protein but the only thing I’d stress, is the type of butter you are eating. The all natural butter is the best because a lot of the other kinds have additives that will spike your sugar.
A very sad story of a mother passing away just after having her second child. She was a diabetic that struggled with blood clotting. Due to the clot from her daughter’s birth, she suffered a heart attack and passed away.
It really breaks my heart to hear such a tragedy. She leaves behind a husband and two children. Delivering a child is risky but when combined with diabetes and other conditions it can be lethal. My thoughts are with this family as they grieve.
Please take a look at the link posted by the Province newspaper.
Interesting tips on what to do before and after you work out. I tend to have a kale smoothie before i hit the gym or a handful of unsalted nuts. It works for me, so i keep at it.
Do you ever notice what other people eat? Since becoming diabetic, I’ve noticed it more. Perhaps you could say Its a sensitivity of mine.
It surprises me how poorly and unbalanced some people’s diets are and they seem to be okay. Hmm…but are they? Perception can be dangerous yet it’s really what we go on isn’t it?
We tend to take our health for granted until something happens. Of course, not everyone is like this but for the most part this philosophy applies to any privilege in our lives. Once it is gone, we are left feeling empty, lost, lonely, and regretful.
Let’s start each day with the intention to nourish our body and mind. It can be in any form. Such as physical activity, eating more fruits, veggies, and protein, reading a book/ quote/ article, listening to your heart, or focusing on your breath as it weaves in and out of your lungs. What ever it may be try it out. It’s never to late to do something different.
Today, I snuggled with my baby girl a little longer and I was able to get to the gym (courtesy of my dad
️- thank you dad!).
When I was diagnosed with diabetes it took me awhile to adjust and accept it. Pregnancy and a gestational diabetes diagnosis would be just as hard or even harder. It took me years to balance my eating and level of activity. For gestational diabetic’s, they are directed to change their diet and activity immediately for the safety of their child. There isn’t an adjustment period to reflect/ grieve/scream, which I assume can be challenging.
There are a lot of resources available on gestational diabetes, but I have yet seen them focus on the emotions/ feelings. It is stressful enough being pregnant but to add a new risky ailment to the party isn’t fun. The lifestyle changes are demanding at first but you eventually get used to it and become attuned to your body. Checking your glucose levels before and after you eat is exhausting and then making sure you eat enough (and the right things) , and exercise. It’s a juggling act!
There are some moms who don’t need to take insulin and then there are others who have to. I remember when I had to (prior to pregnancy) and it was such an emotional experience. Maybe it was because the reality sank in or that I was scared. Regardless, it’s a big deal and we (ahem..me) sometimes forget to give ourselves a break. Take it one day at a time and remember you’re not alone.
I’m always looking for new recipes that I can tailor to fit my dietary restrictions. I took the maple glazed pumpkin muffins recipe from pinch of yum’s blog and made a diabetic’s version of healthy. The trick is to increase fiber and protein while decreasing processed sugars. I used coconut sugar and a banana to sweeten my muffins.
My sister recently commented that she was amazed at how much energy I have, considering that I have a baby and I am diabetic. (This is coming from my sister who is also diabetic and struggles with her energy levels.) It felt really nice to hear her acknowledgment. I don’t think we moms and diabetics give ourselves enough credit for everything we can accomplish in the day and when someone notices, you feel visible. (Thank you SAGS <B)
I told her there are days where I feel like a slug and I stay in my pj’s for the majority of the day. I try my best to keep a healthy diet and exercise because if I’m not healthy, I cannot be the best me/mommy. There are times where those PJ days are necessary because of the lack of sleep and lowered energy levels.
I told her those are the days where I stop and think about my intentions. I have found myself battling the “do it all” paradox that all mom’s face. I want a thriving career, to be the best mom, to be fit and healthy, to have a clean house, and to have dinner made before 6pm. Of course, all of these qualities are important to some, but for me, the most important quality is to be healthy. If I am healthy, then I can be the best mom. The rest may or may not follow suit. If not, I have the rest of my life to figure it out. For right now, it is my health and the care of my daughter that really matters.
The link below provided excellent tips at managing diabetes with a new baby. I found the key to success in anything we do is the relational component. We must involve our loved ones in things we may need help on. That way we aren’t always doing it all. Loved ones want to help, so let them.
Happy Women’s day!