Question

Do pregnant women with gestational diabetes have problems? Does it affect the baby?

Answer

Based on your description, I have a basic understanding of the situation. Your blood sugar levels may be slightly elevated, but the baby may not necessarily develop diabetes. You are now in the final stages of pregnancy, and normal fasting and one-hour glucose tolerance tests suggest that this could be due to hormonal levels. Therefore, there is no need to worry excessively. You can take the following measures to control your blood sugar:

  1. Reduce the intake of staple foods, especially bread, as wheat contains higher levels of fructose.
  2. Control the amount of fruit you eat, reducing the intake of high-sugar fruits like apples and bananas.
  3. Drink more milk and water in moderate amounts, and adopt a diet of small, frequent meals.