I knew this summer was going to be busy, but this is nuts! We found out we're going to have another baby in the begining of June and are very excited about that. I've been a bit sick but not too bad. We've had some fun reunions and a sad funeral. I'll post reunion pictures another time.
Last week I went in for my first doctor's appointment and they found sugars in my urine. I went to get a glucose test the next day and found out I have type 1 diabetes. I had some subtle signs of it before becoming pregnant so it is probably a condition I'll have the rest of my life. The day I found out they admitted me to the hospital and started my on insulin. The baby has twice the chance of a birth defect than a normal pregnancy because of untreated diabetes. There is still only a 6-8% chance of a birth defect, so we are hopeful. There are three serious defects they will look for at my 20 week ultrasound: spina bifida, a heart defect, or a problem in the lower spine. I am 10 weeks right now, so in 10 weeks we should know a lot more.
They are monitoring me closely and I went in for an ultrasound yesterday. The baby looks great and is growing right on schedule. However, they found a mass by my ovary which they are pretty sure they will have to remove and probably remove the ovary. They won't know if it's cancerous until surgery which will happen at 14 weeks.
I am adjusting to the diabetes just fine and didn't have to change anything in my lifestyle other than pricking my finger and giving myself shots. It's already starting to feel normal. This week has really made me grateful for my many wonderful blessings, and shown me again that we are always in the Lord's hands.
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ASH!!!
This IS a crazy time for you!! Congrats!! I'm so excited for you and a new baby. Is there anything I can do to help! How are you feeling. Good luck with these new challenges ahead. You are the woman!
You are an incredible person Ash. I would be a mess and I after seeing you the past few days, I see how strong you are. You and your little one are in our prayers.
Oh moy goodness Ashley! Oh I hope all is well. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. And Congrats on baby #4!!! That is so exciting!
Congrats on #4! I was thinking it's about time for you to have another one...hehe. Sorry to hear about your diabetes - i'm glad to hear, however, that it isn't phasing you too much (as I would only expect from YOU, miss Ironwoman). Best wishes with your surgery! I hope everything goes alright for ya. Keep us posted. I love you!
WOW girl! Lots of changes! Congrats on your pregnancy! We will pray for you and your baby's health. So they don't think the mass is just some cyst? We shall talk more Thursday.
Man Ash I'm so sorry about the diabetes- hypoglycemia has seriously changed my life- and it's not even half as hard to manage! I'm thrilled you'll have another kid! That is so exciting for you family!
Wow! Congratulations on your new baby! You never cease to amaze me with how you handle lifes challenges. We'll keep you and your baby in our prayers.
WOW! That is one crazy summer! I hope you are enjoying some of it!:) Congratulation on the new baby, I hope all goes well. If you need an ultrasound let me know! By the way I've showed your cooking website to some ladies at work and they loved it. (I love it too!)-- Sarah
It is so true. We really are in God's hands. Only he knows what he has in store for us on this earth. I miss a few weeks and look at what news you have. First off Congratulations! I can't believe another baby. Diabetes, my grandma has had forever and I ask her how do you prick your finger allt he time. She says she just gets used to it and it sounds like you are already starting to feel that way.
I hope I can see you soon. I hope all goes well with the pregnancy and I will keep you guys in my prayers. Love you Ash!
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