Glucose Levels Update

Some of you have been inquiring as to the status of my glucose levels, so here's an update.

They are still a bit high. I have yet to get a morning reading under 5.0, which is what the doctor wants. However, my daytime readings have dropped from 12s and 14s to 7s and 9s, which shows some improvement. Right now I'm up to 24 units of the NPH insulin at bedtime.

I called the doctor's office, and he has extended his vacation until January 8, as the nurse educator had previously told me. So, I called the nurse educator this morning, and told her about not reaching 5 yet, and how my other readings are still over 7, but improving. She said, again, not to be too worried yet. She reminded me that each pregnancy is different, soIi shouldn't compare my numbers to last time. I may be more resistant to insulin this time, so it's taking my body longer to respond.

She suggested that I start pumping up my night-time insulin by 2 units each night (previously it was 1) in the hopes I will get a below-5 morning reading more quickly. She also assured me that the doctor will definitely put me on meal-time insulin when he sees these numbers. She also said that I should call him when he returns on Monday, and tell him about my levels. I already planned on that.

So, in sum, she said: don't fret, stick to your diet, don't worry hesitate about increasing the insulin, quit focusing on the numbers, and you will be fine.
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By the way: morning sickness sucks, and all-day sickness is even worse! But Diclectin (medication) helps. At least I can keep food down this time, and usually only vomit first thing in the morning. Then, I just feel icky and exhausted all day. Ah, the joys of pregnancy. ;p