Diabetes During Pregnancy
Gestational diabetes (GDM) is a condition which is very common among pregnant women. About 5 percent of pregnant women are affected and that is approximately 200,000 cases a year. Gestational diabetes may bring health problems to mother as well as fetus if left untreated.
Fortunately, gestational diabetes is treatable, more so if it is detected early. Besides, there are certain things women suffering from gestational diabetes are able to do to make sure that they and their fetuses are healthy and safe.
This guideline provides information which pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes need to assist them in discussing with health care providers, dietitians, family members and friends on gestational diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes May Follow Gestational Diabetes
Weight Loss during Gestational Diabetes: Is It Advisable?
Where to Get Help and Support?
Preeclampsia – Is It Deadly?
When to Call a Doctor
Support Groups
Home Treatment
Postpartum Depression
Preparing for your appointment
Treatments and Drugs
Ketones In Gestational Diabetes
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Dining Out With Gestational Diabetes
Ethnicity/Race – Other Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes
Gestational Diabetes and Your Baby’s Health
Structuring Your Gestational Diabetes Meal Plan
Who’s on Your Gestational Diabetes Treatment Team?
Get Prediabetes Under Control Before Pregnancy
Insulin Treatment
Oral Medications
Dry Mouth During Pregnancy – Symptoms, Causes, Effects, and Treatment.
*** Posted By Natasha A.Nada ***