Overwhelmed...

I'm trying my best to do what I need to do for my baby, but it seems like the more I try, the more that gets thrown at me.

Last month I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy). I met with a nutritionist, got a blood glucose monitor and starting working out more regularly (mostly walking). I have been watching my carbs and eating portion sizes equivalent to the amount of carbs I can have. This is usually no more than a cup of something. My diabetic counselor prescribed a certain number of test strips and keytone strips for me. I then find out that insurance won't cover those items because they are actually over the counter. So, I get to shell out $125 (+ or - a few dollars) each month for these items.

I went to meet with my "counselor" yesterday and found out that she wants me to start taking insulin shots every time my sugar is too high. Unfortunately for me, this is after every meal. YEAH!!! She gave me the insulin pen and a prescription for needles. Now my insurance won't cover the needles unless she prescribes insulin as well. They don't seem to think I have an injectable condition. Lovely. Why do I have to tell the doctors and nurses this. Why don't they know to prescribe both. Common sense to me...they go together. I truly can't complain too much about my insurance. It's good insurance. It has always covered the things I need. I don't have to pay for my doctor appts, co-pays or tests until January because of my wonderful bout with pneumonia. I met my deductible. Praise the Lord for all of that! Seriously!

I just feel like I can't get a break. I have to all this stuff, but we can't afford it. Somehow I am sure this is my fault to begin with, but all I want is a healthy baby. That's all I am asking for and whatever I have to do to make that happen, I will do....Even if I look like swiss cheese when all is said and done. Just needed to vent...thanks!