Gestational Diabetes Archives

01 Nov Effects of Gestational Diabetes on a Developing Baby

Posted at 11:04h in Baby, Birth Defects, Delivery, Gestational Diabetes, Health, Medical Concerns, Medical Concerns, Medical Concerns, Pregnancy by Jessica Boardman 0 Comments

High blood sugar around the time of conception and throughout pregnancy increases risks of: birth defects, still birth, preterm birth, c-sections, and the baby developing obesity and diabetes later in life.¹

What is Gestational Diabetes?

November is American Diabetes Month and a great time to put a spotlight on diabetes during pregnancy, which is a rising trend in the United States. In the United States, gestational diabetes (diabetes developed during pregnancy) has increased by 56% from 2000-2010.¹

01 Nov You Can Have a Healthy Pregnancy with Gestational Diabetes. Here’s How!

Posted at 18:40h in Gestational Diabetes, Health, Medical Concerns, Pregnancy by mommyato 0 Comments

Hey Mama! Did you know that 10% of pregnant women develop diabetes during pregnancy?1 This is called gestational diabetes. It usually develops in the 2nd trimester, which is when your provider will test for it. If you test positive, you can still have a healthy pregnancy....