It takes a village...

Since being pregnant I've tried more than ever to keep my blood sugars in a close to perfect range for not only my own health benefits, but for my baby's as well. I feel so very thankful for the team of doctors that are supportive of my efforts on a daily basis. I owe many thanks to this team, and as a result, my latest A1c test score is the absolute best I have accomplished since my diagnosis in 1998.

My newest A1c = 5.9%

So what does that mean? Most doctors consider a diabetic with an A1c under 7.0% to be in good control, and have a decreased chance of any diabetic related health issues. In order to really consider having a healthy pregnancy and baby, doctors highly suggest having an A1c under 7.0% and keeping blood sugars under or about 150.

Never being one to really shy away from a challenge and knowing all of the potential risk factors of pregnancy and diabetes, striving to keep my blood sugars under control is something I take very seriously (Sometimes maybe too seriously...).

But at any rate, an A1c of 5.9% is the equivalent of keeping an average blood sugar of 117 (Normal range for non-diabetics is 80-120). These test scores are a true testament to the daily and constant monitoring it takes not only from myself, but from the support of everyone sound me, from my husband to my family to of course the team of doctors that always are available for questions and concerns. The phrase "It takes a village..." truly exemplifies how I feel right now.