Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy, affecting about 1 in 10 pregnancies. It is characterized by high blood sugar levels, which can pose risks to both the mother’s and baby’s health if not managed properly.
Fortunately, with a balanced diet, appropriate physical activity, and medical monitoring, gestational diabetes can be well managed. If needed, insulin can help.
This pamphlet provides essential information and advice to help you better understand and manage gestational diabetes for a healthy pregnancy.
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Anick Bérard
Centre hospitalier universitaire Sainte-Justine
Émy Roberge
Centre hospitalier universitaire Sainte-Justine
Isabelle Malhamé
Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre