{"id":18933,"date":"2024-05-27T16:01:13","date_gmt":"2024-05-27T15:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diabet.fr\/the-types-of-diabetes\/gestational-diabetes\/"},"modified":"2026-05-04T06:05:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T05:05:55","slug":"gestational-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/diabet.fr\/en\/diabetes\/gestational-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Gestational diabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"18933\" class=\"elementor elementor-18933 elementor-10767\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-346d4284 elementor-section-full_width hero elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"346d4284\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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class=\"color-mauve\">diabetes<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8716756 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-breadcrumbs\" data-id=\"8716756\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"breadcrumbs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Diabet&#039;<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-16df0832 elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-invisible\" data-id=\"16df0832\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeIn&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container 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increasingly common.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d32eb3 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0d32eb3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9a763a e-flex e-con-boxed elementor-invisible e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a9a763a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInUp&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1744936 elementor-widget__width-auto data elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1744936\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">+100k<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-368e9e5 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"368e9e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">cases in France\/year<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34b596a e-flex e-con-boxed elementor-invisible e-con e-child\" data-id=\"34b596a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;fadeInUp&quot;,&quot;animation_delay&quot;:800}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13bff7f elementor-widget__width-auto data elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"13bff7f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">16,4%<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21c775b elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"21c775b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">pregnancies<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/aside>\n\t\t<main class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ba47ad2 main e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ba47ad2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3de8e67 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3de8e67\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What is gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p><strong>Gestational diabetes<\/strong>, also known as <strong>pregnancy diabetes<\/strong>, is a<strong> metabolic disorder<\/strong> characterized by <strong>hyperglycemia<\/strong> (high blood sugar levels) that <strong>first appears<\/strong> during pregnancy. This <strong>condition<\/strong> generally occurs in the second or third trimester and often disappears after childbirth. It is a pregnancy-specific <strong>glucose tolerance disorder<\/strong> affecting patients who were not previously diabetic.  <\/p><p>Hormonal changes during pregnancy induce <strong>insulin resistance<\/strong>. Imagine <strong>insulin<\/strong> as a key that allows <strong>glucose<\/strong> to enter the body&#8217;s cells. With gestational diabetes, this key works less effectively, preventing glucose from entering cells to be used as an energy source. As a result, sugar accumulates in the blood, leading to a <strong>rise in blood sugar levels<\/strong>.   <\/p><h2>What is the prevalence of gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p>The prevalence of gestational diabetes in France is <strong>increasing<\/strong>. It rose from 10.8% in 2016 to 16.4% in 2021. This rise can be explained by various <strong>factors<\/strong>, including the aging of maternal age, the increase in <strong>overweight<\/strong> and obesity among women of childbearing age, as well as better diagnostic tools. Today, there are about 100,000 new cases of gestational diabetes developing each year.   <\/p><h2>Why undergo a blood glucose test to screen for gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p>Screening for <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong> is essential to prevent maternal and fetal <strong>complications<\/strong>. <a href=\"\">Fasting blood glucose<\/a> (blood sugar level measured after a fasting period) is a key indicator for detecting <strong>hyperglycemia<\/strong>. An abnormally high <strong>sugar<\/strong> level can go unnoticed, as gestational diabetes is often asymptomatic.  <\/p><p>By performing a blood glucose test, the <strong>physician<\/strong> can quickly identify patients requiring specific <strong>care<\/strong>. According to <strong>best practice recommendations<\/strong>, screening is recommended for at-risk pregnant women, as well as systematically between the 24th and 28th week of pregnancy. <\/p><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/diabet.fr\/examens\/prise-de-sang\/hgpo\/\">OGTT<\/a> (Oral Glucose Tolerance Test) is the gold standard for diagnosing gestational diabetes. It involves measuring the <strong>blood glucose level<\/strong> while fasting, and then one and two hours after ingesting 75 g of sugar. The glycemic targets are specific:  <\/p><ul><li>After 8 hours of fasting: it should be less than <strong>0.92 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><li>One hour after glucose intake: below <strong>1.80 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Two hours later: less than <strong>1.53 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p>This examination confirms the <strong>diagnosis<\/strong> of gestational diabetes and suggests an appropriate therapeutic approach, in accordance with the recommendations of the National College of Gynecologists, the Francophone Diabetes Society, and French Obstetricians.<\/p><h2>What are the symptoms of gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p>Gestational <strong>diabetes<\/strong> is often silent, making routine screening all the more important. However, certain signs may serve as warnings: <\/p><ul><li><strong>Intense thirst<\/strong> and <strong>frequent urination<\/strong>: The body attempts to eliminate excess <strong>sugar<\/strong> through the kidneys.<\/li><li><strong>Unusual fatigue<\/strong>: Cells lack energy due to inefficient use of sugar.<\/li><li><strong>Blurred vision<\/strong>: Hyperglycemia can temporarily affect vision.<\/li><li><strong>Repeated infections<\/strong>: Especially urinary tract infections or candidiasis.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Obstetricians<\/strong> emphasize the importance of consulting as soon as these signs appear. However, these manifestations are not specific and may be attributed to the normal physiological changes of pregnancy. <\/p><h2>What causes diabetes during pregnancy?<\/h2><p>Gestational <strong>diabetes<\/strong> can lead to several <strong>complications<\/strong> during pregnancy. For the <strong>mother<\/strong>, it increases the risk of developing: <\/p><ul><li>Gestational <strong>hypertension<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Pre-eclampsia<\/strong>, a serious <strong>condition<\/strong> characterized by high blood pressure accompanied by kidney impairment.<\/li><li>An excess of <strong>amniotic fluid<\/strong> (hydramnios), which can lead to preterm delivery.<\/li><li>Frequent urinary infections.<\/li><\/ul><p>For the <strong>fetus<\/strong>, maternal <strong>hyperglycemia<\/strong> has significant implications:<\/p><ul><li>Excess <strong>sugar<\/strong> crosses the placenta, stimulating the fetal pancreas to produce more <strong>insulin<\/strong>.<\/li><li>This fetal hyperinsulinemia promotes excessive growth, leading to <strong>macrosomia<\/strong> (weight over 4 kg).<\/li><li>A high <strong>birth weight<\/strong> increases the likelihood of a difficult delivery, which may require a <strong>cesarean section<\/strong>.<\/li><li>After birth, the newborn may experience metabolic disorders, such as <strong>neonatal hypoglycemia<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Children<\/strong> born to diabetic mothers also have an increased risk of developing <strong>type 2 diabetes<\/strong> later in life.<\/p><h2>What are the risks of gestational diabetes for the baby?<\/h2><p>Gestational <strong>diabetes<\/strong> can have several impacts on the <strong>baby<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Fetal macrosomia<\/strong>: A high birth weight (&gt; 4 kg) increases the risks of <strong>difficult delivery<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Shoulder dystocia<\/strong> : A situation where the newborn&#8217;s shoulders become stuck after the head has emerged, constituting an obstetric emergency.<\/li><li><strong>Neonatal hypoglycemia<\/strong>: Due to excess <strong>insulin<\/strong> produced in response to maternal hyperglycemia.<\/li><li><strong>Respiratory distress<\/strong>: Pulmonary maturity sometimes delayed.<\/li><li><strong>Neonatal jaundice<\/strong>: Hyperbilirubinemia due to increased production of red blood cells.<\/li><li>Increased risk of <strong>obesity<\/strong> and <strong>type 2 diabetes<\/strong> in adulthood.<\/li><\/ul><p>These risks justify increased monitoring of the infant, as recommended by the <strong>best practice guidelines<\/strong>. Implementing <strong>preventive measures<\/strong> during pregnancy contributes to the child&#8217;s future health. <\/p><h2>What are the signs of gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p>In addition to the previously mentioned symptoms, certain clinical signs may indicate <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Excessive weight gain<\/strong> of the <strong>mother<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>High blood pressure<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Glycemic alteration during analysis.<\/li><li>Ultrasound revealing a <strong>fetus<\/strong> larger or heavier than normal for the gestational age.<\/li><\/ul><p>Special attention should be given to patients exhibiting these symptoms, in order to implement appropriate screening and <strong>therapeutic management<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>What are the causes of gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p><strong>Diabetes<\/strong> is primarily caused by hormonal changes during pregnancy that induce <strong>insulin resistance<\/strong>. Hormones produced by the placenta, such as placental lactogen, cortisol, and estrogens, decrease the effectiveness of <strong>insulin<\/strong>. <\/p><p>Several <strong>risk factors<\/strong> increase the likelihood of developing this <strong>condition<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Overweight<\/strong> or obesity (<strong>BMI greater<\/strong> than 25).<\/li><li>Advanced maternal age (over 35 years).<\/li><li>Family history of <strong>type 2 diabetes<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Personal history of <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong> or <strong>pre-existing diabetes<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Previous birth of a child weighing more than 4 kg.<\/li><li><strong>Glucose tolerance disorders<\/strong> identified before pregnancy.<\/li><li>Ethnic origin (certain populations are at higher risk).<\/li><\/ul><p>Understanding these causes allows <strong>pregnant women<\/strong> and healthcare professionals to take effective preventive <strong>measures<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>How is gestational diabetes screening organized?<\/h2><p>Screening for <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong> is recommended for all at-risk patients and is conducted in several steps:<\/p><ol><li><strong>Fasting venous blood glucose<\/strong> as early as the first trimester for women with risk factors.<ul><li>If it is higher than <strong>0.92 g\/L<\/strong> but lower than <strong>1.20 g\/L<\/strong>, an <strong>OGTT<\/strong> is prescribed.<\/li><li>If it is greater than or equal to <strong>1.20 g\/L<\/strong>, this indicates pre-existing diabetes.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Between the 24th and 28th week of pregnancy, a 75g <strong>OGTT<\/strong> is performed for all women not yet screened.<ul><li>Measurement of fasting <strong>blood glucose<\/strong> levels, followed by one and two hours after ingestion of 75 g of <strong>glucose<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Diagnosis of <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong> if at least one of the following values is met or exceeded:<ul><li>Fasting: <strong>0.92 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><li>At 1 hour: <strong>1.80 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><li>At 2 hours: <strong>1.53 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><p>This research, in accordance with <strong>best practice guidelines<\/strong>, allows for early <strong>management<\/strong> to mitigate its consequences.<\/p><h2>What is the normal blood sugar level for pregnant women?<\/h2><p>In pregnant <strong>women<\/strong>, glycemic targets are stricter to protect the <strong>fetus<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Fasting<\/strong>: blood glucose level below <strong>0.92 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>One hour after a meal<\/strong>: less than <strong>1.20 g\/L<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><p>It is recommended for patients with <strong>diabetes during pregnancy<\/strong> to perform <strong>blood glucose self-monitoring<\/strong> several times a day (typically 4 to 6 times). This practice ensures that glycemic targets are met and allows for real-time adjustments to insulin therapy. <\/p><h2>What are the treatments for diabetes during pregnancy?<\/h2><p>The treatment of <strong>gestational diabetes<\/strong> is based on <strong>lifestyle and dietary measures<\/strong> and, if necessary, on <strong>insulin therapy<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Balanced diet<\/strong> :<ul><li>Divide into 3 main meals and 2 to 3 snacks.<\/li><li>Favor complex <strong>carbohydrates<\/strong> with a low <strong>glycemic index<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Increase the intake of <strong>fiber<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Limit rapid sugars and saturated fats.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Regular physical activity<\/strong>:<ul><li>Engage in activities like walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga, for example<\/li><li>Exercise improves <strong>insulin<\/strong> sensitivity and helps control blood <strong>glucose levels<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Blood glucose self-monitoring<\/strong> :<ul><li>Measure blood glucose levels several times a day to adjust therapy if necessary.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>If these <strong>measures<\/strong> are not sufficient, <strong>insulin therapy<\/strong> may be implemented after consultation with an <strong>endocrinologist-diabetologist<\/strong>. <strong>Oral antidiabetics<\/strong> are generally contraindicated during pregnancy. <\/p><h2>What diet should a pregnant woman with diabetes follow?<\/h2><p>In the case of <strong>diabetes during pregnancy<\/strong>, it is important to adopt an appropriate <strong>nutrition<\/strong> plan to control <strong>blood sugar levels<\/strong>:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Divide food intake<\/strong>: 3 main meals and snacks to prevent glycemic spikes.<\/li><li><strong>Choose high-quality carbohydrates<\/strong>: Whole grains, legumes, green vegetables.<\/li><li>Increase <strong>fiber<\/strong>: It slows down the absorption of <strong>sugar<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Limit fast-acting sugars<\/strong>: Avoid sugary drinks, pastries, candies.<\/li><li><strong>Consume lean proteins<\/strong>: White meats, fish, eggs.<\/li><li><strong>Favor good fats<\/strong>: Vegetable oils rich in omega-3, nuts.<\/li><li><strong>Adequate hydration<\/strong>: Drink water regularly throughout the day.<\/li><\/ul><p>A consultation with a <strong>dietitian<\/strong> allows for the establishment of a personalized meal plan, in accordance with <strong>best practice recommendations<\/strong>.<\/p><h2>How is pregnancy monitored?<\/h2><p>Monitoring a pregnancy with <strong>diabetes<\/strong> is multidisciplinary:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Regular check-ups<\/strong>:<ul><li>Monitored by the <strong>general practitioner<\/strong>, the <strong>gynecologist-obstetrician<\/strong>, and the endocrine-diabetologist.<\/li><li>Adjustment of treatment based on the results of <strong>self-monitoring of blood glucose<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Additional ultrasounds<\/strong>:<ul><li>Monitoring fetal <strong>growth<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Evaluation of <strong>amniotic fluid<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Therapeutic education<\/strong> :<ul><li>Learning how to manage diabetes.<\/li><li>Guidance on <strong>nutrition<\/strong> and <strong>regular activity<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Special monitoring<\/strong> at the end of pregnancy:<ul><li>Decision on the mode of delivery (vaginal birth or <strong>cesarean<\/strong>).<\/li><li>Prevention of <strong>complications<\/strong> during birth.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><p>This close monitoring, in accordance with <strong>best practice guidelines<\/strong>, ensures optimal care for both the mother and child.<\/p><h2>Why is it important to consult a doctor for gestational diabetes?<\/h2><p>Consulting a <strong>doctor<\/strong> is essential for:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Screen<\/strong> for <strong>diabetes<\/strong> early.<\/li><li>Implement an appropriate <strong>management<\/strong> plan to prevent <strong>complications<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Inform<\/strong> and <strong>support<\/strong> the patient throughout her pregnancy.<\/li><li>Prevent the development of subsequent <a href=\"https:\/\/diabet.fr\/en\/the-types-of-diabetes\/type-2-diabetes\/\">type 2 diabetes<\/a>.<\/li><li>Ensure postnatal follow-up for the <strong>mother<\/strong> and the <strong>child<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/main>\n\t\t<section class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5654f78 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5654f78\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f7df300 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f7df300\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6bd933 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b6bd933\" 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Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6160\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6160\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which foods should be avoided with gestational diabetes? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6160\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1aaf96b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1aaf96b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50e1543 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"50e1543\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It is advisable to avoid:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Sugary drinks<\/strong>: Sodas, commercial fruit juices.<\/li><li><strong>Pastries and confectioneries<\/strong>: Cakes, cookies, candies.<\/li><li><strong>Refined grain products<\/strong>: White bread, white pasta, white rice.<\/li><li><strong>Processed foods<\/strong> high in added sugars and saturated fats.<\/li><li><strong>Very sweet fruits<\/strong> in large quantities: Ripe bananas, grapes.<\/li><\/ul><p>Avoiding these foods helps maintain stable <strong>blood sugar levels<\/strong> and prevents <strong>complications<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6161\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6161\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What to eat when you have diabetes during pregnancy? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6161\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8a5ceda e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8a5ceda\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03da3e5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"03da3e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Prioritize a balanced diet:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Green vegetables<\/strong>: Broccoli, spinach, green beans.<\/li><li><strong>Legumes<\/strong>: Lentils, chickpeas.<\/li><li><strong>Whole grains<\/strong>: Whole grain bread, brown rice.<\/li><li><strong>Lean proteins<\/strong>: White meat, fish.<\/li><li><strong>Low glycemic index fruits<\/strong>: Apples, pears.<\/li><li><strong>Low-fat dairy products<\/strong>: Low-fat cheeses.<\/li><li><strong>Good fats<\/strong>: Vegetable oils rich in omega-3.<\/li><\/ul><p>A balanced <strong>nutrition<\/strong> aids in better glycemic control.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6162\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6162\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is gestational diabetes serious? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6162\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fcffcf4 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fcffcf4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-02cca98 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"02cca98\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\">Gestational diabetes<\/span> is a serious <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"3\">condition<\/span>. Without treatment, it can lead to <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"5\">complications<\/span> for the <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"7\">mother<\/span> and the <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"9\">baby<\/span>. However, with appropriate medical monitoring and the right <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"11\">measures<\/span>, it is possible to control <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"13\">blood sugar levels<\/span> and successfully manage the pregnancy.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6163\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6163\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What causes gestational diabetes? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6163\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b6dac0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3b6dac0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ad2923a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ad2923a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Gestational <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\">diabetes<\/span> is caused by <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"3\">hormonal changes<\/span> that induce <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"5\">insulin resistance<\/span>. If the pancreas does not produce enough <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"7\">insulin<\/span> to compensate, <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"9\">glucose<\/span> accumulates in the blood, leading to <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"11\">hyperglycemia<\/span>. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6164\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6164\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can gestational diabetes disappear during pregnancy? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6164\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92d24f3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"92d24f3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3da06ea elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3da06ea\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"1\">Diabetes<\/span> typically does not resolve during pregnancy, but it often diminishes after childbirth. Hormonal levels return to normal, reducing <span class=\"notion-enable-hover\" data-token-index=\"3\">insulin resistance<\/span>. It is important to continue medical monitoring to ensure glycemic normalization.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-6165\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-6165\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How to prevent gestational diabetes? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M177 159.7l136 136c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-22.6 22.6c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L160 255.9l-96.4 96.4c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 0L7 329.7c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l136-136c9.4-9.5 24.6-9.5 34-.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M143 352.3L7 216.3c-9.4-9.4-9.4-24.6 0-33.9l22.6-22.6c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l96.4 96.4 96.4-96.4c9.4-9.4 24.6-9.4 33.9 0l22.6 22.6c9.4 9.4 9.4 24.6 0 33.9l-136 136c-9.2 9.4-24.4 9.4-33.8 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-6165\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a87e02c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a87e02c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cff96c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cff96c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>To reduce the risk, in most cases it is recommended to:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Maintain a healthy weight<\/strong> before and during pregnancy.<\/li><li><strong>Adopt a balanced diet<\/strong> rich in <strong>fiber<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Engage in regular physical activity<\/strong>, suitable for pregnancy.<\/li><li><strong>Monitor BMI<\/strong> (Body Mass Index) and avoid <strong>overweight<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Consult a doctor<\/strong> for preconception care if <strong>risk factors<\/strong> are present.<\/li><\/ul><p>These <strong>measures<\/strong> enhance <strong>insulin<\/strong> sensitivity and help maintain a <strong>normal blood glucose level<\/strong>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which foods should be avoided with gestational diabetes?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is advisable to avoid:Sugary drinks: Sodas, commercial fruit juices.Pastries and confectioneries: Cakes, cookies, candies.Refined grain products: White bread, white pasta, white rice.Processed foods high in added sugars and saturated fats.Very sweet fruits in large quantities: Ripe bananas, grapes.Avoiding these foods helps maintain stable blood sugar levels and prevents complications.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What to eat when you have diabetes during pregnancy?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Prioritize a balanced diet:Green vegetables: Broccoli, spinach, green beans.Legumes: Lentils, chickpeas.Whole grains: Whole grain bread, brown rice.Lean proteins: White meat, fish.Low glycemic index fruits: Apples, pears.Low-fat dairy products: Low-fat cheeses.Good fats: Vegetable oils rich in omega-3.A balanced nutrition aids in better glycemic control.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is gestational diabetes serious?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Gestational diabetes is a serious condition. 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Gestational diabetes, also known as pregnancy diabetes, is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia (high blood sugar levels) that first appears during pregnancy. 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