The New Plan

Finally, my struggle with thinking about food hasn't prevented me from thinking about food!  The last few weeks have been rough, but I think I'm starting to see the green fog lift.

I spent some time today going over my GD meal plans from last time.  I've made some adjustments, taking out the yeast breads and getting my daily meals as close to our weekly menu as possible.  I know I'll still need to adjust as the days go, but it's good to have a plan and direction on what to do next.  I find that especially hard with food, since I really have other things occupying my brain at any given moment. ;)

So, Tracy's New and Improved GD Meal Plan is in place.  Ready to print and post on the fridge for all the fam to see and hold me accountable.  Along with this eating plan, I'm hoping to get back into my exercise routine.  Morning 2 miles, Afternoon 1 mile, and evening 15 minute workout.  That's going to be hard for me, and I'll definitely need the push.

The meal plan is based on a 2200 calorie diet.  That's what the GD counselor recommended to me last go 'round.  Honestly, it's going to be pretty hard for me to get that many calories in every day.  Even as I wrote out the menu, I cringed looking at the amount of carbs I needed to include. I guess my thoughts right now are that I will likely increase the protein as I decrease the carbs a bit.  Especially the starches, which do not help with my icky yeast issues I have going on right now. Blech.
My mw also told me she has some new research regarding a few ways to help support my blood sugar levels as we go through this pregnancy. I'm eager to hear what she's learned and add that to the plan.

So, if you are interested, click the link above to give my new menu a look-see. Feel free to leave any comments or questions.  I'm always open to new ideas and great advice. :D 

Also, please keep me in your prayers. Last time I needed to follow this plan for only 3 weeks.  This time, I'm starting now, hoping to be as proactive as possible.  I struggle in a big way having to think about food all the time like this. Add in the finger pricks and that is a sure recipe for S.T.R.E.S.S.  Pray I would move forward in confidence, joy, and gratitude for what the Lord will accomplish during this season. Thanks!!