Check out what past clients have to say after getting support with Gestational Diabetes
Testimonials
“I started insulin right before starting this program but did not need to increase my dose or frequency (despite the nurses and obs saying that was very likely).
Jennifer
Also, my very balanced blood sugars helped me negotiate going over my due date and allowed for minimal monitoring during my labor.
My sugar was fine during delivery as I ate and drank and the baby passed all his sugar screening tests after birth. Extremely happy with what I accomplished.”
Nicole
"Baby was born with great blood sugars! I had more energy than my last pregnancy from managing my blood sugars better."
Amanda
"Initially doctors wanted me to start Metformin but after a week or so I was able to get my fasting numbers under control and was not needed!"
Sara
"My doctor told me I would have a 9+ baby and my baby would have poor blood sugar. I deliver a beautiful, healthy 7 pound, 11 oz baby who passed all of his blood sugar checks!"
"I couldn’t be happier that following Leslee’s program allowed me to continue with my plans of a low intervention birth. My Midwife and Maternal Fetal Medicine Dr. were so pleased with the consistency and level of control I was able to obtain. With some extra monitoring to ensure baby and I were healthy, I was able to give birth at home, as planned. Baby arrived at 41 weeks 4 days and was a perfect 7lbs 8oz."
Kathryn
"Towards the end of my pregnancy when I was diagnosed with GD, I was clueless and there was a lot of concern as my daughter kept getting bigger and bigger. After working with Leslie, not only were we able to taper her weight towards the end but I was also able to still enjoy some “treats” as a pregnant woman should."
Tanny
"I was diagnosed at 19 weeks, with my 4th baby. After a traumatic premature/NICU stay with my 3rd baby, I was an anxious mess to control my GD so we could avoid the trauma I had experienced before (due to undiagnosed GD). My 4th babe was born via his planned c-section, was very healthy, and had amazing blood sugars. I didn't experience any of the GD complications I had before (high amniotic fluid, etc.)"
Whitnie
“I was so stressed before taking Leslee’s program and couldn’t get my numbers under control. Now the stress is gone and I understand nutrition better and know what my body can and can’t handle
I just got the news from my diabetes doctor that I won’t have to go on insulin at all during the rest of my pregnancy! It was a huge fear for me (needles) and hearing that is proof that her program has helped me so much. If I had not learned how to pair foods together, insulin would have been inevitable.”
Jessie
“I felt my anxiety over the pregnancy improved significantly with Leslee’s support. With her encouragement and coaching, I was able to focus on the things within my control- nutrition, sleep, exercise, stress management, hydration- and not feel like I had failed when I needed to start on a little insulin.
Megan
My mental health benefited from the program just as much as my physical health. I ended up with a healthy baby of average weight and both of us passed our blood sugar screenings!”
which was so empowering. After delivery, my baby had healthy blood sugar levels and is thriving! My baby also has a mom who is much healthier and less anxious as a result of the program.”
Diana
“During this program, I was able to keep my blood sugar levels within range, but more importantly, I was able to manage my own expectations, which was so empowering.
Past Client
"I was able to keep my fasting sugars mostly in range for about 4-5 weeks before going on bedtime insulin. Gave me peace of mind to at least make it in to the 2nd trimester before starting. Post-meal numbers have been great thanks to some snack/meal ideas and accountability to exercise when I can!"
Emma
"At first I thought I'd be eating chicken and broccoli for dinner for the next 3 months. I was so relieved when Leslee taught us how to pair our carbs. I've been able to eat the things I enjoy and still manage my sugars."
Past Client
"After Leslee’s program, I felt very comfortable and knowledgeable about how to pair my carbs properly for blood sugar control. After the program, my blood sugars improved, especially my fasting. I was able to stay diet controlled and my baby girl passed all her blood sugar checks after birth."
“One of my struggles with GDM was finding foods I could tolerate with severe morning sickness. With the help of Leslee's special nausea meal plan, I was able to find foods that I could actually enjoy while maintaining my blood sugars ...not an easy feat!
Farley
After a late ultrasound, my doctor came in and said she didn't even need to see my blood sugar log because she knew my numbers must be great based on how the baby looked, the best affirmation I could get.
When Teddy was born he passed every single one of his blood sugar tests and was very healthy. I am so grateful for Leslee's guidance in managing gestational diabetes, but even beyond that just her emotional and moral support while navigating a GDM diagnosis and a difficult pregnancy.“
I was almost on the verge of risking out at the birth center where I wanted to birth if my fasting numbers did not improve."
Lauryn
"With guidance, I was able to find a good bedtime snack that helped my fasting numbers be consistent throughout the week.
With my first pregnancy, I didn’t have GD and put on more weight. This time around I got diagnosed with GD and only gained half the amount of weight due to the mindful and clean eating I did while monitoring my GD.”
Alecia
“I was able to control my fasting numbers and stay diet controlled!
“My biggest win was getting my fasting numbers under control. Not only that, I met my goals, and I am able to continue on the route of receiving care from my midwife, going through with my birth plan, and having the home birth I desired. If I didn’t get my numbers under control I would be back with an OB, and in my city, our COVID cases have reached an all-time high. I’m so grateful for Leslee and her help. She supported me and helped me reach any and every goal I had.”
Bo
“I went from being in tears over my diagnosis to feeling empowered, educated, and even excited about the new nutritional steps I was taking. My new food choices made me feel more energized not only because they were healthier, but also because I had full confidence that they were healthy for my growing baby. My doctor was so impressed with my blood sugar numbers and how invested I was in my health & my baby’s health.”
Laura
“I enjoyed my baby shower and eating different takeout cuisines by applying my knowledge from Leslee's program and getting support and advice from the ladies in the group. After delivery, my baby's growth was normal throughout pregnancy and his birth weight was 6lb 15oz with normal sugars after delivery!
I would highly recommend this program for all GDM mamas!”
Nafeesa
“My fastings have been within normal levels since working with Leslee. Before the program, my fasting levels were high enough to have my ob-gyn mention needing insulin. I’m getting to the point in my pregnancy where the insulin resistance increases but I’m confident that with all of Leslee’s past help, I’ll be able to get through it without insulin.”
Danielle
“This was my second time with gestational diabetes, but I still felt completely devastated and unprepared. Leslee made the path clear and reminded me that this wasn't my fault. One thing she always reinforced was that this was for me to be healthy and for my baby to be healthy.
Simple concept, but when you're pregnant, hormonal, and anxious, it really helps to have someone remind you of what's important and why you keep going. This really helped me focus and boost my confidence. I was able to get my numbers down which was such a relief.
Jennifer
I was able to have the birth I wanted even though I had gestational diabetes. Natural birth was all that I wanted and I was so scared it wouldn't happen because my doctors all recommended induction.
I had the confidence to speak up and stick up for myself and my baby and we both are happy and healthy, which is all we can ask for and all that matters.”
“I was in such a deep hole of depression when I got the diagnosis. I really felt like I was hurting my baby and there was nothing i could do about it.
Past. Client
I felt like I could still eat the things I love while making small changes here and there to make sure I am keeping my blood sugar in the healthy range for myself and my baby.”
Past. Client
Leslee helped me break down what I needed to do in easy steps, and was there cheering me on the whole time.
In the end, I had a healthy baby and my own health is great. The journey was hard but i made it. Thank you for the help!”
“The feedback and guidance on meals and snacks really helped me gain confidence in making food choices.
“By the end of the program, I felt much more comfortable with managing the diagnosis and built a good framework for better health after pregnancy. My blood sugars decreased into an acceptable range for 5-6 weeks. They only spiked again when I was close to delivery. Overall my energy improved and I felt the best I did all pregnancy. Now that I’ve delivered, I felt like the baby weight has come off very easily as I didn’t continue to gain while pregnant. I like having a better knowledge of managing blood sugar just for general well-being. Without joining the program I do not think my pregnancy and birth would have gone as well as they did.”
Lauren
"Leslee saved my mental, physical, and emotional health during my pregnancy. As a nurse working on a COVID unit during a pandemic pregnancy, I was so stressed out adding another thing to my plate. Leslee helped me manage my blood sugars and gave me so many tips and tricks on how to manage my sugars AND cravings! I was so worried about complications for the baby and she is doing great! The baby did not have any blood sugar issues after birth and was born at 6 pounds! I cannot thank her enough!"
Kristen
“If I were to ever go through this again, I have confidence in myself now that I didn't have before. When I was diagnosed, I thought "how am I going to get through this," but my mindset switched to "I CAN and will get through this do this" with this program! During the program, I was able to maintain great blood sugar throughout my last few weeks of pregnancy! Both baby and I were completely healthy after birth and for that, I am forever grateful!”
Past. Client
“I was so overwhelmed when I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I felt like I wouldn’t be able to eat anything but salads for the rest of my pregnancy. But thanks to Leslee, I was able to confidently eat a wide variety of foods all while maintaining good blood sugars.
Fortunately, I had excellent control of my blood sugars throughout my whole pregnancy. However, with Leslee’s help, I was able to confidently eat more carbs while maintaining good control of my blood sugars.
Past. Client
I was able to be diet controlled throughout my whole pregnancy. I also never once had a fasting blood sugar out of range. My baby also had perfect blood sugars after he was born!”
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