As the saying goes, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. This goes for everyone, but especially for expecting mothers. It is even more important for expecting mothers with gestational diabetes. Why is breakfast so important? Breakfast is the first meal you eat after many hours of fasting, thus the name “break-fast”. It […]
November 16, 2015
Eating As a Balancing Act
Maintaining a healthy diet with gestational diabetes can sometimes be a challenge. At first, there seem to be so many rules to follow and things to remember about what you can and cannot eat. There’s a lot of medical jargon that gets thrown around regarding blood glucose levels and exactly how much protein you’re supposed […]
March 24, 2014
Your Pregnancy and Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes can be a scary condition to deal with. Not only do you have yourself to worry about, but also the health and safety of your unborn baby. Keeping yourself informed and being proactive are your strongest weapons. What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a condition that occurs in approximately 4% of pregnancies […]
March 17, 2014
Gestational Diabetes Can be Scary
Gestational diabetes can be a really scary experience. The thought of any harm coming to your little one, especially before they are even born, is abhorrent and terrifying to any parent. Gestational diabetes, however, does not have to be as scary as this. You can arm yourself with knowledge and fight fear with careful planning. […]
December 23, 2013
Glucose Tolerance Test for Gestational Diabetes
The thing about gestational diabetes is that although it can produce complications during pregnancy and delivery, it rarely causes symptoms. That is why in order for you to know if you have gestational diabetes, you need to undergo tests. Although there are two tests that are used to diagnose gestational diabetes, only one of these […]
December 23, 2013
Glucose Tolerance Test for Gestational Diabetes
Glucose Tolerance Test for Gestational Diabetes The thing about gestational diabetes is that although it can produce complications during pregnancy and delivery, it rarely causes symptoms. That is why in order for you to know if you have gestational diabetes, you need to undergo tests. Although there are two tests that are used to diagnose […]
August 12, 2013
Planning Your Gestational Diabetic Diet Menu
Planning Your Gestational Diabetic Diet Menu If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, one of the important steps in managing your condition is through creating a diet plan specifically tailored for gestational diabetes. You cannot just eat everything that you want without posing some risks to your unborn baby. Eating well is a great […]
July 26, 2013
Gestational Diabetes Recipes
Gestational Diabetes Recipes For pregnant ladies diagnosed with gestational diabetes, it’s not the end of the world! In fact, with a dietary focus on controlling carbs that lead to high sugar content in the blood, a diet regimen of gestational diabetes recipes can be the start of a healthy lifestyle than can extend long after […]
July 23, 2012
Diet And Exercise Are Important To Your Gestational Diabetes Treatment Plan
In Gestational Diabetes, it is important to remember that the control of your condition is reliant on your diet, medications and exercise. You can manage your gestational diabetes and be healthy for your baby.
July 20, 2012
Controlling Your Blood Sugars While You Are Pregnant
Watch the video here! When you are pregnant, it’s important to understand the first steps to controlling your blood sugars. For more information on controlling your blood sugar while pregnant, click here.