If this is the hour-long glucose test, you CAN eat the morning of the test. The truth is, the drink they gave me (I am in Israel, so maybe it's a bit different) was just super sweet. So it's annoying, but not overly nasty. It can make you feel a bit dizzy because of the high sugar concentration, so I was told not to go running around too much during the hour-long wait. It's really not that bad. They also gave me the option of mixing it with lemon juice to counteract the sweetness, but I just got it down without. I think the follow-up 3 hour test (for those who 'fail' the hour long) is supposed to be done on an empty stomach, but not the hour long. Good luck! Oh also, you asked what bothers me when I put in my lenses; it just feels like there are eye lashes trapped inside, it's that kind of discomfort. So I haven't been wearing them. I hope that doesn't happen to you, although it is nothing to worry about if it does (refer to what Tina wrote me).
Tina,
Thanks for the info regarding contact lens wear. A friend of mine at work told me her mom also had trouble wearing her lenses during her pregnancy. It's a good thing I got new glasses a few months ago! The old ones were not the right prescription. Anyway, you are sooo lucky you're not experiencing constipation. It's yucky!
Rebecca,
Good luck with your glucose test results. Let us know when you got your 'normal range' results
I'm feeling well today, if a bit sleepy. But, I drank some coffee a few minutes ago(I've been allowing myself a cup almost every day since my 2nd trimester) and that is doing the trick. I'm excited about my Jerusalem trip tomorrow. I could definitely use a break, as work can be a bit stressful (lots of report writing, phone conferences with parents, teachers, etc.), and I could do with some pampering. These 3 months are OUR time, ladies, let's take advantage, I say! Another positive is that after next week, I am down to three days a week at work. I wasn't really given a choice, and the truth is it's only logical, since I can't start treating a bunch of new clients and leave them hanging when I go on maternity leave (I'm a speech therapist). That wouldn't be fair. We could use as much money as possible right now, but I think the phasing out of work is best, as it can get physical at times (lifting the little two year old kids, sitting on the floor with them), and the parents are starting to notice me getting winded quite quickly. It's embarrassing when that happens
, but I guess they understand. So I will take the opportunity to rest rest rest. I know that 'rest' will be in short supply come august, so I will take this opportunity.That's about it for now. Be well, mommas.
Shari
. An exciting thought.
I have just always exercised and trained so much last year when I completed my first marathon, so it is just so hard to stop and quit cold turkey. It is one of those things that helps me deal with the pregnancy and feel better. I would go crazy if I didn't.
). Never stayed at a hotel that was president-worthy! Anyway, it caused about an hours' delay in our check-in, but after that, the service was amazing. They had laid out muffins and fresh fruit in our room upon arrival. In short, it was nice to feel pampered for the weekend. The hotel itself (King David) is the oldest luxury hotel in Israel, and is somewhat of a landmark. It was in operation about 15 years before Israel became a state. It has an old mansion/palace feel to it. Many celebrities and famous politicians have stayed there through the years, and all their signatures were displayed on a runway which ran the length of the lobby. Everyone from the Dalai Lama to the Kennedys to Candace Bergen. Pretty cool. Of course, we were only able to afford one night there (if that), but I figured that if we're gonna get to experience it, NOW is the time. I'm glad we did.
Oh - and I LOVE Baby Bargains - that book has helped me a lot!!