Diabetes Management II and Gestational Diabetes Management

Understanding Diabetes in Pregnancy

This informative video that shares insights and guidance for Native families on managing diabetes during pregnancy. Your health journey matters—and together, we can support better outcomes for both mothers and babies.

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Caring for Mother and Baby

Educating expectant mothers on the importance of managing diabetes during pregnancy is crucial to protecting the health of both mom and baby. Poorly managed diabetes can lead to complications such as high birth weights and low blood sugar levels in newborns. By working closely with healthcare providers to manage medications, including insulin and oral hypoglycemics, and monitoring blood sugar levels, mothers can reduce these risks. Continued care after birth, including well-child checklists and post-discharge monitoring, supports long-term health for both mother and child.

  • How does unmanaged diabetes during pregnancy impact infant health, particularly regarding the risk of higher birth weights and low blood sugar levels after birth?
  • What specific considerations should be made when caring for a baby born to a mother with diabetes or gestational diabetes, both immediately after birth and in the weeks following?
  • Are there any considerations for caring for your baby if you have Diabetes or Gestational Diabetes?
  • Why is it crucial for pregnant individuals with diabetes to work closely with their healthcare provider to manage their medications and blood sugar levels, and how can this collaboration improve outcomes for both mother and baby?
  • What key factors should be included in a Well Child Check List or monitoring plan for a newborn after discharge, especially for babies born to mothers with diabetes or gestational diabetes?
  • What are the risks for pregnant women with diabetes, and how can proper management of insulin use and oral hypoglycemic medications impact the health of both the mother and the baby throughout the pregnancy and postpartum period?

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