Gestational Diabetes

I had it. It took literally 2 years for my body to regain control. My blood sugars would crash when i worked out or got too hungry and then soar when I ate. I was lucky that I didn't have to use insulin or anything, but I still never want to prick my fingers ever again. It can also have consequences for your child. My daughter was large and had issues with her blood sugar and respiration's for a few days after birth. Not to scare you but it is so great that it was caught early. Mine wasn't caught until after I delivered even though I complained about feeling terrible and gaining a ton of weight without over eating. Until you can talk to a dietitian cut out all processed foods, white pasta and bread, no fruit juice, and I would limit my fruit servings to the recommended 2-4 a day. Working out will help as well. If you feel light headed I found that a piece of fruit with some cheese really helped me post-partum. I hope this helps. I really don't want to scare you but I know how it can turn out if left uncontrolled. Wishing you and baby all the best!

I had it with my first one and she was only 7 lbs. 11 ozs. so managing it well can keep baby completely safe and normal sized. I drank plenty of water and made sure I kept my blood sugar as even as possible. Have protein with every meal and snack and try to keep your foods as whole as possible (as in skip white flour, white rice and sugar.) Eat the higher glycemic index foods sparingly and make sure you have some protein and/or fat with those to slow down the insulin dump to your system. Make sure you keep the appointment with your nutritionist because they'll be a good source of information.