54. Before Your Glucose Test (or After a High Number) Practical & Faith-Filled Tips for Pregnancy Blood Sugar

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I'm sharing the story of how I almost failed my gestational diabetes screening during my third pregnancy, and what that close call taught me about blood sugar, stewardship, and the difference between wisdom and control.That near miss shook me a little, not because I was afraid of a diagnosis, but because I realized I didn't really understand what was happening with blood sugar in pregnancy or why it really mattered. With my midwife's encouragement, I started checking my own numbers, and what I learned about my "healthy" breakfast surprised me. It changed how I fed and cared for my body for the rest of that pregnancy.Whether you have a glucose screening coming up, you've just gotten a high number, or you're simply tired of the energy crashes, this episode will help you understand what's happening in your body so you can talk with your care team and make decisions from a place of wisdom rather than fear.In this episode, I share: 🩸 What blood sugar actually is and why pregnancy naturally changes the way your body handles glucose 🧪 What to expect from glucose screening, why protocols vary, and the questions to ask your provider before your test 🍳 How I changed my breakfast without cutting out the foods I love, and simple ways to support steadier blood sugar 💛 Why needing medication or extra support is not a failure, and how stewardship sometimes looks like receiving help ✝️ How to tell the difference between wisdom and control as you prepare, and a prayer for the mama feeling anxious about her resultsScripture Shared: "The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight." (Proverbs 4:7, ESV)Mentioned in this episode:🤰 Real Food for Gestational Diabetes by Lily Nichols🍉 Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols🍌 Real Food for Fertility by Lily Nichols🍋 The Fresh Test: an alternative glucose screening drink to ask your provider about✨ Christian Mama Birth Prep Library - Free birth prep tools, worship playlists & more💕 Work with Me 1:1 – Virtual Doula Support & Schedule a Private Coaching Call✝️ Online Christian Childbirth Education - Explore my complete birth preparation self-paced course🎴 NEW Christian Birth Affirmation Cards: You can now purchase them hereIf this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.Let's keep choosing faith over fear, one birth story at a time. Go here for the full blog post, show notes, and all resources mentioned!Support the show