Taking medication (if needed)
Sometimes, healthy eating and physical activity alone are not enough to keep blood glucose levels in the target range. Your doctor may suggest medication to help manage gestational diabetes.
Sometimes, healthy eating and physical activity alone are not enough to keep blood glucose levels in the target range. Your doctor may suggest medication to help manage gestational diabetes.
Checking your blood glucose is an important part of managing gestational diabetes.
Physical activity can help you manage your blood glucose levels and pregnancy weight gain, as well as keep you fit to prepare for the birth of your baby.
When you have gestational diabetes, following a healthy eating plan can help to keep your blood glucose levels within the target range, provide nutrition for you and your growing baby and achieve appropriate weight changes during your pregnancy.
May help you prepare for the birth process and advise on exercise during and after pregnancy
Will provide support, care, and advice during pregnancy, labour, and after your baby is born
Your regular doctor who can support your general medical care during pregnancy and after your baby is born
A specialist nurse or midwife who will help you and your family learn how to monitor and manage your blood glucose levels