Question
A pregnant woman was diagnosed with gestational diabetes during her pregnancy and managed to keep her blood sugar levels stable through dietary control without the use of insulin. She inquires about specific dietary precautions to be taken during the postpartum period, as well as the duration of continued dietary control thereafter.
Answer
Gestational diabetes refers to a newly developed glucose tolerance abnormality in women during pregnancy. Patients should seek medical consultation and treatment promptly. The diagnostic criteria include fasting blood glucose exceeding 7.0 mmol/L or blood glucose exceeding 11.1 mmol/L two hours after a meal. If diabetes is confirmed again, active treatment is required to avoid adverse effects on maternal and infant health. Maintaining a healthy physique helps ensure the healthy growth of the fetus.