I understand your hesitation about taking BP meds, and the effect they could have on a fetus. If you ask your doc for info on all the ones he/she is considering, you may be able to make a more informed decision about it.

Although we want desperately to protect our unborn child by avoiding unnecessary chemicals in our bodies, that choice is sometimes better than what our bodies will do without it.

For some reason, we, as diabetics, are more prone to high BP/pre-eclampsia than many non-diabetics. (Non-diabetics get it, too.) There are times when the med is more beneficial than the BP our body throws at us…. elevated BP TOO high can lead to seizures or even stroke/death. And, personally, if taking a BP med can help to avoid getting Magnesium sulfate later, I would take the daily med route!

Evelyn, I understand your point of view. Please consider a second opinion, as well, if that will make you feel better. You still have time to get all that info before you are carrying, and then to make an informed decision. Having your BP within normal limits BEFORE getting pregnant could be a very good thing, too.

Just my 2 cents. By the way, I was on BP meds for my kids when they were in utero. The only effect those meds may have had on them was to make them geniuses with an aversion to hard physical labor. (Super intelligent, but can’t seem to get the dirty cereal bowl in the dishwasher.)

Prayers for you, Evelyn,

Whatever thy hands find to do, do it with all thy might. Ecc. 9:10

Joan Geohegan