Will PCOS Effect My Ability To Get Pregnant?
Many women wonder if living with PCOS on top of pre existing diabetes will effect their chances of getting pregnant. Will PCOS prevent pregnancy?
Is a C-Section necessary because of my preexisting diabetes?
Women who live with preexisiting Type 1, Type 2 or Gestational diabetes might think, or have been told, that they will have to have a Cesarean to deliver their babies. Is it true?
Meet T1D Momma, Saira P.
I never truly gave my diabetes the attention it deserved until I was planning for my first pregnancy. I gave birth to big babies and the nurses blamed my blood sugar control, but that was far from the truth
Eye Risks in Pregnancy With Preexisting Diabetes
As a woman who lives with preexisting diabetes we always hear of the necessity for more frequent eye exams in pregnancy. But why do our doctors want us to have more frequent visits during pregnancy? Are women who live with preexisting diabetes at higher risk for eye complications during pregnancy?
Conoce a T1D Sugar Momma, Esther C.
Tengo 33 años, 3 hijos y soy DT1 desde 2006. Viviendo con diabetes tipo 1 si se puede tener bebés.
Meet T1D Momma, Ashley V.
When you are a woman married to another woman, both of whom desire to carry a baby, the choice seems obvious. One wife can carry the first baby and the other can carry the next...easy right? But what if both wives are considered high risk? This was our dilemma, and here is our journey toward growing our family.
Meet T1D Momma, Chelsea B.
Being diagnosed as an adult with Type 1 Diabetes, Hashimoto’s Thyroid Disease and PCOS I didn’t see having my own children as a possibility, but dreams can come true!
Is Baby Aspirin Recommended in Pregnancy?
Is it recommended that people who live with diabetes to take aspirin during their pregnancy? Our medical advisory board investigates.
Meet T1D Momma, Kaeli G.
My name is Kaeli and when I found out I was expecting whilie living with diabetes I was scared, but hopefully. And then I was diagnosed at 6 months pregnant with Covid.
Conoce a T1D Sugar Momma, Nuria L.
Una vida monoparental cuando vives con diabetes no es fácil, pero puede hacerlo con la ayuda de un gran equipo!
Does Living With Diabetes Increase Chances Of Preeclampsia?
Are women with Type 1, Type 2 and Gestational Diabetes at higher risk for Preeclampsia? This is a common question for women living with all forms of diabetes who are pregnant.
Is early induction indicated because of my preexisting diabetes?
Many women who live with preexisting diabetes are hoping to carry to their due date at 40 weeks and often wonder if it is possible while living with diabetes.
Is PCOS more common in women who live with diabetes?
PCOS is more common with women with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. But manifestations of PCOS, meaning how it develops in an individual, are different in people who live with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and women who live without diabetes.
Eye health planning in pregnancy with diabetes
Many women who live with preexisting diabetes wonder how their eye care might change if they become pregnant and what they can do to prepare their eyes for pregnancy.
Meet T1D Momma, Kim M.
My name is Kim and I’m 27 years old from Frederick, MD. I’ve had type 1 diabetes since I was 13 and my husband and I are expecting our first baby (a boy!) in November. I’m currently 27 weeks along. T1D has never stopped me from doing anything in life- especially from wanting a baby!
Conoce a T1D Sugar Momma, Serena W.
Si vives con diabetes tipo 1 y deseas planear un embarazo puedes empezar con mucho miedo, pero SI, ES posible tener un embarazo con diabetes saludable! Voy a compartir cómo prepararé el mío.
Meet T1D Momma, Kacy B.
I was diagnosed with T1D when I was 11 years old— about 15 years ago. When I was diagnosed, the medical staff told my parents I should never have kids because of the risk involved — thank goodness we now know with good control and a healthy lifestyle, it is absolutely possible to have a healthy pregnancy and healthy babies with T1D.
Meet T1D Momma, Chrystal O.
Growing up I never thought I was going to have children of my own. My Endocrinologist would say do not get pregnant at this time. I was diagnosed at age 2 years old and now have been living 33 years with type 1 diabetes. Joining the Type 1 Diabetic Sugar Mommas group has been the perfect support, inspiration, and sense of unity I needed as a woman.
Meet T1D Momma, Leyna C.
I’m a mother to an adorable 7 year old, who keeps me busy with dance recitals, school activities, homework, and weekends running around! I’m thankful to be on a pump that does quite a bit of thinking for me as it can be easy to forget about my diabetes when it comes to motherhood, working, and living our lives.
