Self-Help, American Diabetes Association, Diseases & Physical Ailments 

Finding out that you have gestational diabetes can be quite a shock-and a bit scary. Now, along with the excitement of preparing for your baby's arrival, you probably have lots of questions. What exactly is gestational diabetes? How will it affect my baby? What kind of care do I need? Will I have to take insulin? What are my chances of having diabetes after my baby is born?

Inside, you'll find answers to these questions and learn what you need to do to stay well and have a healthy baby. Topics include:

- creating and following a healthy meal plan
- monitoring your blood glucose levels
- exercising safely
- using insulin therapy

This newly revised and comprehensive guide for women with gestational diabetes explains the stages in your baby's development, the types of prenatal testing you may receive, and what to expect during labor, delivery, and beyond. The new edition also includes an appendix with numerous sample meal plans to use during your pregnancy.

Gestational Diabetes: What to expect, 5th edition, gives you all the information you need for a successful pregnancy- one that ends with a happy, healthy baby. 

RG 580 D5 G476 2005

Gestational diabetes : What to expect
American Diabetes Association
2005
Diabetes in pregnancy--Popular works
1523 MPQLdb/ 137 CAF Books