Meet T1D Momma, Kaeli G.

I was diagnosed Covid-19 positive 6 months into my pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes

I cried when I first found out I was pregnant. Unfortunately, this was not your usual “I’m excited” cry. I cried because as a Type 1 diabetic I was scared. I didn’t think my baby could survive the ups and downs my body would put her through. My hope soared after each ultrasound and every time I heard her heartbeat. 2020 wasn't easy amidst the global pandemic of Covid-19, but this pregnancy was a ray of light.

Things were going great! Then I was told I was positive for Covid-19.

Six months in, however, I tested positive for COVID. I had done everything right to protect myself and this baby but now this scary new disease caused my blood sugars to skyrocket. I felt like such a failure because nothing I did could correct my blood sugars and I felt like couldn't even protect my own daughter. I struggled with high sugars for about 3 weeks, but as they went down the MFM decided to induce me at 36 weeks.

She’s Here and Healthy!

On October 8th, 2020 Teia Renee came by cesarean at 6lbs 8oz. She was perfect! She had absolutely no NICU time, she passed all of her tests, and didn't even have any low blood sugars! I know God protected us through every struggle, sickness, and anxious thought. Diabetes couldn't keep this baby from being healthy, and neither could Covid. I still cry from time to time, but now I cry because I am so thankful that Teia is here. She is so strong. And so am I.