Comments on: Understanding Gestational Diabetes

By: Andrew Y Silverman, MD, PhD

Andrew Y Silverman, MD, PhD — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:04:52 +0000

I agree completely! Usually women who develop gestational diabetes have a genetic predisposition to diabetes; it is in their family tree. Not only is it dangerous for the mother, but there is a high risk of sudden death of your baby in the last trimester, and there is a higher than expected risk of fetal abnormalities. So screening for this condition and early delivery is the best way to manage the Mom & Baby!

By: Blood Sugar Balance: Manage Your Mood and Weight | Healthy Pregnancy

Blood Sugar Balance: Manage Your Mood and Weight | Healthy Pregnancy — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 02:25:54 +0000

[...] The key to feeling good is stable blood sugar levels. Truly. When you get that piece in check all else starts to fall into place: your energy levels soar, your mood stabilizes and your extra weight drops off. Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is essential for a healthy pregnancy without risk of gestational diabetes. [...]

By: Healthy Snacks | Healthy Pregnancy

Healthy Snacks | Healthy Pregnancy — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 23:24:17 +0000

[...] You will also achieve your ideal weight during fertility and breastfeeding and help to prevent gestational diabetes in pregnancy. Share and [...]

By: PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) | Healthy Pregnancy

PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) | Healthy Pregnancy — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:45:41 +0000

[...] gain or obesity • Heavy menstrual bleeding • Excessive facial hair • High blood sugar levels, diabetes • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Hair loss/thinning • [...]