Sweet Expectations

Sweet Expectations

By Allison NimlosHealth & Fitness
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Sweet Expectations episodes

  • Advocating for Yourself in a Diabetic Pregnancy, with Anna Sabino, CDCES, T1D

    In this episode, I chat with Anna Sabino, CDCES and 35-year veteran with T1D, who shares her experience of managing type 1 diabetes during pregnancy. She discusses the challenges she faced after the loss of her first pregnancy at 20 weeks. Anna emphasizes the importance of assembling a supportive healthcare team and advocating for oneself throughout the pregnancy journey. She also highlights the need for self-care and giving oneself grace during this challenging time. Anna's story serves as a source of inspiration and encouragement for others considering a diabetic pregnancy.

    Takeaways

    • Managing type 1 diabetes during pregnancy requires frequent adjustments in insulin dosages and close monitoring of blood sugar levels.
    • Assembling a supportive healthcare team and advocating for oneself are crucial during the pregnancy journey.
    • Giving oneself grace and prioritizing self-care are essential for managing the challenges of a diabetic pregnancy.
    • Connecting with others who have gone through similar experiences can provide valuable support and guidance.
    • Type 1 diabetes and pregnancy can be successfully navigated with proper care and support.

      • For more:

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      To learn more about a T1D Pregnancy, enroll in our self-paced course, Your T1D Pregnancy Journey.

      Need more personalized assistance? Apply for diabetes coaching with Allison, a certified diabetes educator and T1D mom.

      47 min
    • 3 Tips to Prepare for Pregnancy

      Summary

      In this episode, Allison Nimlos shares her personal experience with diabetic pregnancy and offers advice and support for others going through the same journey. She discusses the importance of getting support from partners and other individuals who have gone through or are going through a diabetic pregnancy. Allison also emphasizes the need to start thinking like a pregnant person before actually becoming pregnant, in terms of diabetes management. Lastly, she encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their ability to do a good job in managing their diabetes during pregnancy.


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      Takeaways

      • Getting support from partners and others who have gone through a diabetic pregnancy is crucial for managing the journey.
      • Start thinking like a pregnant person before becoming pregnant to ease the transition into pregnancy diabetes management.
      • Believe in yourself and your ability to do a good job in managing your diabetes during pregnancy.
      • Consider using U200 insulin and metformin to help with insulin resistance and blood sugar management during pregnancy.
      • Staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can greatly benefit diabetes management during pregnancy.


        • 30 min

      About Sweet Expectations

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      Navigating the highs and lows of a pregnancy with pre-existing diabetes.