Hi, and congrats on your upcoming arrival!
I have been an insulin dependent/type 1 diabetic for 16 yrs. I was extremely well controlled during my pg, and that included testing my sugar almost every 2-3 hrs it seemed. Anyway, I also bf'd my dd the first 5 months. So, while it does seem like a lot of extra work piled on top of the demands of a baby, it can fit right into your life quite easily. While bf'ing have your monitor, a snack such as crackers, and a water bottle right next to you. I didn't have to test while bf'ing but I did test afterwards most of the time. I also want to point out that your sugar levels can take weeks to regulate post delivery, but it is normal, and all the more reason testing will be important. During labor, I had to test every hour.
Soon I had a great routine going so that I could remember when to test. After nursing dd, I could put her in the bouncy seat or bassinet, test my sugar, and have a bite to eat. don't worry about housework, don't worry about calling people on the phone, just worry about yourself and your baby. There's plenty of time for everything else later.
****Also, if you ever feel ill, take 5 mins, put the baby somewhere safe, and take care of yourself! Even if baby cries for a few mins, it will be so much more important to first make sure you are well to care for baby, especially if you are alone.
I would love to lend any more support that I can, so just let me know.
Best wishes!!
