So today was the dreaded 3 hour glucose test. My doctor's office told me that I needed to fast at least 8 hours before so I scheduled the earliest appointment which was at 8:45. The nurse told me to bring a snack because I could eat it as soon as they took my fasting blood and then drank the glucose drink. So I thought no big deal I can make it. Well...my bubble was burst by the lovely lab tech. She said there is absolutely no eating or drinking until the 3 hour test was completed! Seriously!!! Who in the world thinks it is a good idea to starve a pregnant women! I don't! Madison wasn't too happy about the whole process either. She was kicking something fierce this morning. IT HURT! I tried to explain to her I was not the one being mean and keeping her from nourishment, but she still took it out on me. So not fair! Honestly the 3 hours went by pretty quickly and it was nice to have time to somewhat relax. I did not enjoy sitting in uncomfortable waiting room chairs though. I think they should offer us pregnant ladies nicer accommodations when we have to camp out there that long. A bed, a couch, a recliner.... I don't know what they have against us. Oh well...I survived. Hopefully with our next child (if there is a next child) I won't have to partake in this lovely experience again! I won't know the results until later this week but let's hope everything turns out good and I won't have to do a special diet or anything. What kind of fun would I have then! I am suppose to be able to eat whatever I want now, right!?
You crack me up, girl. I feel for ya! Glad you made it through. I probably would have eaten a whole cow after not eating for that long!
ReplyDeleteI had to do the 3 hr test with both Avery and Sage and passed both times. Mine was done at the hospital and I remember being so bored as I waited those 3 hrs.
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