Key Facts & Precautions
🔹 A temporary form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy
🔹 Often asymptomatic, making screening essential (typically between 24-28 weeks)
🔹 Managed through diet, exercise, and, in some cases, medication
🔹 If uncontrolled, it may lead to complications for both mother and baby
🔹 Increases the risk of type 2 diabetes for the mother and child in the future
Precautions to Manage GDM:
✅ Maintain a balanced, low-glycemic diet
✅ Engage in regular, moderate physical activity
✅ Monitor blood sugar levels as advised by your doctor
✅ Stay hydrated and manage stress levels
✅ Follow prescribed medications or insulin if required
Early detection and proper management are crucial for a healthy pregnancy. #GestationalDiabetes #MaternalHealth #PregnancyCare #DiabetesPrevention
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