How can I take care of myself if I have gestational diabetes?
Taking care of yourself when you have
gestational diabetes is very much like taking care of yourself when you have other types of diabetes. But it can be a little scary when you're pregnant and you also have a new condition to take care of. Don't worry. Many women who've had
gestational diabetes have gone on to have healthy babies. Here are the things you'll need to do:
- Follow your meal plan — You will meet with a dietitian or diabetes educator who will help you design a meal plan full of healthy foods for you and your baby. You will be advised to:
- eat often — three small meals and one to three snacks every day
- be careful about the carbohydrates you eat – your meal plan will tell you when to eat carbohydrates and how much to eat at each meal and snack
- eat lots of whole grain foods, fruits, and vegetables read more
