Hi everyone

[stardusk]

I had diabetes when I was pregnant with number 2, this went after birth, she is now 2 years old, & I started to feel the same as I did when I was pregnant, when for the blood tests, then GTT, which as today confirmed that I have T2, mostly due to being overweight. Looking forward to getting to know everyone & getting the help & advice that I'm going to need to get through this, as at this time I'm feeling a bit scared!!!

 

[Steff]

Hi there star and a warm welcome to the forum, sorry to hear of your diagnosis, your amongst good people here who will help you every step.If you need to ask anything then do so, nothing is construde as a silly question in here.
Theres a great section in here titled the weight loss group if you need any motivation or help regarding diets etc then thats the best place .

 

[Northerner]

Hi stardusk, welcome to the forum 🙂 Sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but try not to worry as there is a lot you can do to help yourself and manage your diabetes well - you may even find that you become fitter, slimmer and healthier in time and despite the fact you will still have diabetes you may surprise yourself with how well you feel - I certainly hope so! 🙂

There's lots of informations in our Useful links thread, so have a browse there. Try to get hold of a copy of Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker - highly recommended by many of our Type 2 members, and this should give you a good start in understanding and dealing with your diabetes.

Please ask any questions you may have, or let us know if there is anything that worries or concerns you and we will do our best to help! Nothing is considered 'silly', so don't hold back! 🙂

 

[am64]

hi stardusk welcome to the forum from me tooo
the best bit of advice i was given was MODERATION ...dont immediately and drastically adjust your diet so much that it becomes difficult to maintain ...have a good look round here there is lots of info and support x 🙂

 

[Mark T]

Welcome to the forums stardusk 🙂

 

[Robster65]

Hi stardusk. welcome 🙂

Rob

 

[teapot8910]

Welcome to the forum stardusk x

 

[Blythespirit]

Hello Stardusk and welcome to the forum. I'm pretty sure you'll feel less scared and more confident when you've had time to take things in. Lot's of help and support on here. Take care and good luck. XXXXX

 

[Klocky]

Hi Stardust, sorry to have to welcome you in such circumstances but you've come to the right place for help and advice.

 

[everydayupsanddowns]

Hi Stardust

Welcome from me too. Come back with some questions/rants/thoughts once you've had a chance to take a look at the links etc above.

M