Guest guest Posted March 22, 2000 Report Share Posted March 22, 2000 It is especially important to keep glucose levels as near normal as possible during pregnancy so that the baby isn't harmed. A baby that weighs nine pounds or more is often a good warning to check for gestational diabetes in future pregnancies - and to watch for the future development of full-blown diabetes. The problem is that apparently hormonal changes cause glucose levels to rise. For that reason, many doctors who are aware of gestational diabetes and its dangers will do an HbA1c, postprandial glucose tests, etc., and even place the woman on injected insulin for the duration of the pregnancy, to assist in maintaining normal glucose levels. , what you could do is finger-stick her 1-1/2 to 2 hours following full meals and see how she is doing. You could also instruct her in the importance of lowering carbohydrate intake to keep her glucose from spiking. High glucose levels can be toxic to various body organs, including those of the unborn. Susie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 24, 2008 Report Share Posted July 24, 2008 Hi, Does anyone have a gestational diabetic meal pattern for inpatient/hospital use that you would be willing to share? We are currently working on revising ours. Could you post it in the files section or email me privately at gberry@... Thanks! - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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