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Published: Feb. 18, 2020, 8:30 a.m.

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I get a lot of questions about gestational diabetes (also known as gestational diabetes mellitus or GDM). I think it scares a lot of women to know that their blood sugar could affect their pregnancy, baby, and delivery, so I wanted to share everything I know about GDM in today\\u2019s episode.\\xa0

We\\u2019re talking about what exactly gestational diabetes is, how common it is, how it\'s diagnosed, and how it\'s treated. I\\u2019ll also cover some of the side effects GDM can have on you and your baby and why you need to pay extra attention to your own health in the postpartum period.\\xa0

All pregnant women get tested for gestational diabetes, but it\\u2019s important to remember that the test is for the best for you and baby alike. Don\\u2019t try to cheat the test or worry about the results!

If you have any other questions about GDM after listening to this episode, come on over to the All About Pregnancy and Birth Facebook Group - I\\u2019d love to answer your questions there.

In this Episode, You\\u2019ll Learn About:

• What exactly gestational diabetes is.
• How we test for and diagnose GDM.
• Some of the side effects gestational diabetes can have on you and your baby.
• The recommended nutritional breakdown of the food you eat during pregnancy.
• Why insulin is the first-line medication recommended for treating GDM.\\xa0
• How gestational diabetes can affect the postpartum period.

Links Mentioned In The Episode

• How To Make A Birth Plan That Works - Free Online Class!
• The Birth Preparation Course
• \\u200bAmerican College of Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Episode #36: All About Pre-Eclampsia And What You Need To Know To Reduce Your Chances Of Getting It With Dr. Cecily Clark-Ganheart
• Episode #42: Proper Nutrition During Pregnancy
• Join my email list here!

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