Metformin: the good, bad and ugly
Being told you need to take medication to manage your glucose targets in pregnancy can make you feel like a failure. If this is the case, rest assured that it is simply due to those yummy hormones…
Depression linked to Gestational Diabetes
Depression linked to Gestational Diabetes While there are well known risk factors for developing diabetes in pregnancy, a recent published study has highlighted a new interesting risk factor – having pre-existing depression, or early antenatal depression. The…
Yoga for Two
Stretching Out – Yoga for Two Pregnancy is one of the biggest transformations your body will ever go through, and it is well documented that safe exercise in pregnancy can lead to better outcomes for you, your…
Eggscellent
Eggs – Nutritional Powerhouse Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with excitement and anticipation, but for women with diabetes, the road can be a bit more challenging. Proper nutrition becomes paramount during this time, and one food…
Guilt Free Christmas Treats
Guilt Free Christmas Treats Having diabetes while pregnant over Christmas is a psychological burden few know about. Being presented with endless sweet and savoury treats can leave you feeling overwhelmed about the effect they can have on…
Christmas with Diabetes
Embracing Balance for Christmas The holidays season is synonymous with joy, togetherness, and indulgence. However, for mothers living with diabetes, the festive cheer may come with some challenges. Balancing blood glucose levels amidst the tempting array of…
Chia – the super food for a super pregnancy
Chia Seeds – the super food that stablises glucose levels for your super pregnancy One small but mighty ally in your diabetes journey is the humble chia seed. These tiny seeds, packed with nutritional punch, not only…
Antenatal Expressing for Diabetes in Pregnancy
Antental Expressing Expectant mothers with diabetes face unique challenges, and one crucial aspect of their prenatal care can be overlooked: antenatal expressing of colostrum. This practice holds significant importance in ensure the well-being of both mother and…
Diagnostic Options for Detecting Gestational Diabetes
Universal screening for GDM is recommended for all women in Australia. Among first time mothers, or women being first diagnosed with GDM, their options for testing are often not discussed.
The diagnostic process plays a crucial role in identifying this condition early on, allowing for timely intervention and support. To determine if you have GDM you have three options for testing which include:
the 2hr Oral Glucose Tolerance Test,
a fasting glucose level test, or
self-glucose monitoring.
Micronutrients for pregnancy
Micronutrients, which include vitamins and minerals play a crucial role in supporting a healthy pregnancy for both you and your baby. Popular over the counter supplements will always make you feel like you are doing the best for your baby, however many of the vitamins currently on the market don't meet recommended daily intake requirements.
So which micronutrients are important and where can we incorporate them into our diet?
The following micronutrients are pivotal for adequate fetal development, preventing birth defects, lead to overall increased maternal health and stabilises
energy metabolism.