Have you been diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes?

Gestational Diabetes carries following potential risk of adverse pre or post natal outcomes for the pregnant mother and the baby if not managed:

• High risk of obesity and glucose intolerance in child (long term).
• High risk of developing diabetes mellitus later in life by the mother.
• High chances of having C-Section (Caesarean Section).
• High risk of High Blood Pressure (Preeclampsia), may leads to preterm delivery.
• High chances of having a large baby (Macrosomia).
• High risk of birth trauma and malformations.

• Consumption of a balanced diet which is high in fibre, complex carbohydrates, low fat and sugar is recommended along with yoga or exercise.
• In few cases your gynaecologist may suggest few doses of insulin (if not controlled through diet). However, it is dangerous if glucose level is not monitored regularly to avoid hypoglycaemia.