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Gestational Diabetes: Protecting Your Health After the Baby Is Born

Gestational Diabetes: Protecting Your Health After the Baby Is Born

One-third of women with gestational diabetes will develop prediabetes or type 2. Here, research-proven ways to lower the risk for T2D and heart disease. Part 4 in a series.
May 20, 2019
Research suggests gestational diabetes (GD) is linked to type 2. Here's what you need to know and what you can do to prevent T2D after giving birth.
Managing Gestation Diabetes: What to Know about Diet, Exercise, Blood Sugar Checks and Meds

Managing Gestation Diabetes: What to Know about Diet, Exercise, Blood Sugar Checks and Meds

Protect your baby and yourself with research-proven strategies for controlling high blood sugar in pregnancy. Part 3 in a series
May 15, 2019
If you've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, here's what you need to know about diet, exercise, blood sugar checks and medication.
The Gestational Diabetes Diet: An Expert's Guide to What to Eat

The Gestational Diabetes Diet: An Expert's Guide to What to Eat

If you've been diagnosed with gestation diabetes you're at increased risk of complications. Eating a nutritious diet can help keep you and your baby healthy. Follow this eating plan developed for OTD by a diabetes nutrition expert and mom.
March 28, 2019
If you have gestational diabetes, use this healthy-eating plan developed for OTD by a diabetes nutrition expert's. Eating better can help reduce the risk of complications for you and your baby.
Gestational Diabetes: 10 Ways to Lower Your Risk

Gestational Diabetes: 10 Ways to Lower Your Risk

Cut your odds for high blood sugar that develops only in pregnancy. Part 2 in a series
March 27, 2019
If you're planning to conceive but worried about gestational diabetes, here are 10 proven strategies to help lessen your risk.
High Thyroid Levels in Pregnancy May Lead to Gestational Diabetes

High Thyroid Levels in Pregnancy May Lead to Gestational Diabetes

Women with high levels of a certain thyroid hormone early in pregnancy face an increased risk of developing gestational diabetes, according to an NIH study. Experts debate routine screen.
July 18, 2018
High thyroid levels in pregnancy may lead to gestational diabetes. Results of new study spark experts to consider thyroid screening early in pregnancy to lessen risk of adverse health outcomes for mom and baby.
Gestational Diabetes: 5 Surprising Facts

Gestational Diabetes: 5 Surprising Facts

The risk for pregnancy diabetes is rising. Why this matters for your baby and for you. Part 1 in series.
July 03, 2018
Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy. This dangerous condition is on the rise. Learn why it matters for your baby and you.
Before You Conceive: Getting Fit Slashes Risk for Gestational Diabetes

Before You Conceive: Getting Fit Slashes Risk for Gestational Diabetes

Pregnant women at higher fitness levels had lower risk for high blood sugar during pregnancy; Exercise is key, according to researcher.
April 24, 2018
A large study of young women at higher fitness levels linked to lower risk for high blood sugar during pregnancy. Why this matters before pregnancy and after.

Exercise Can Reduce Risk of Diabetes in Women With Gestational Diabetes

A new study shows that regular exercise can reduce a woman's risk of developing type 2 diabetes after she has had gestational diabetes.
August 05, 2014
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Gestational diabetes can have long-term effects

October 24, 2011
Gestational diabetes is generally thought of as a serious pregnancy complication, but is believed to cause few long-term health consequences.
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African Americans who experience gestational diabetes are at risk for metabolic problems later in life

October 20, 2011
Developing gestational diabetes can be a scary experience for a woman. Many wonder if it will mean they will have metabolic problems later in life.
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