If you're searching for a gestational diabetes app, you've probably noticed most of them are just trackers—another place to log numbers and feel stressed about your fasting glucose.
I noticed that too when I had GD. And honestly? It made me feel worse.
I'm Julija, and I created HIgedi after my own gestational diabetes diagnosis left me feeling completely alone despite all the "resources" out there. I didn't need another tracker. I needed to see what real women were actually eating. I needed someone to tell me my feelings were normal. I needed to not feel like I was failing every time my numbers were high.
So I built the gestational diabetes app I wish I'd had.
Today, over 6,500 moms use HIgedi to feel less alone, get real meal inspiration with photos and blood sugar results, and support each other through this journey—without judgment, without perfection, just real life.
Let me be honest about what HIgedi is NOT: It's not a clinical tracker with charts and graphs that make you feel like you're failing. It's not a meal plan app with perfect portions you'll never actually eat. It's not another place to feel alone with your numbers.
HIgedi is a community-first gestational diabetes app where real moms share real meals, real struggles, and real support.
Here's the difference:
The gestational diabetes app you actually need isn't about perfect tracking—it's about feeling less alone and seeing what's actually working for real women like you.
This is the heart of HIgedi. Every day, moms share photos of what they're actually eating—breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, even desserts. Some include their blood sugar readings, others just share the meal. There's zero pressure either way.
No stock photos. No "perfect" meals. No obligation to track or share numbers. Just real food that real women are eating right now.
Share your way:
💛 No pressure. No perfection. Just real moms sharing real food.
Why this matters:
When your dietitian says "eat protein and complex carbs," that's helpful but vague. When you see Sarah's salmon bowl that kept her at 98, or Emma's bedtime snack (no numbers, just "this worked for me!")—that's actionable inspiration without the pressure to perform.
Every day, I (Julija, the founder) create simple, visual guides showing GD-friendly meal and snack ideas. No complicated recipes. No hard-to-find ingredients. Just doable food you can actually make.
💛 **Fresh meal ideas posted daily in the HIgedi app** - never run out of inspiration.
Share your way:
Why this matters:
Decision fatigue is real when you have GD. These daily guides take the guesswork out of "what do I eat today?"
Ask questions. Share your struggles. Celebrate your wins. Get real answers from women who've been exactly where you are.
The HIgedi community is the opposite of clinical and cold—it's warm, understanding, and judgment-free.
No pressure: Share as much or as little as you want. Meals without numbers? Perfect. Just browsing? Also perfect. This is a judgment-free, pressure-free zone.
Real member quote:
"This community saved my mental health during GD. Finally, people who understand that a high number doesn't mean you failed—it just means you're human."
- Emma, HIgedi member
One of HIgedi's unique features: search your area to find other moms with current or past gestational diabetes. Meet up for walks, coffee, or just to have someone nearby who gets it.
Share your way:
Why this matters:
Online support is great, but sometimes you need a real-life friend who understands why you're crying over a 104 fasting number.
Discover low-carb snacks, high-protein drinks, blood glucose meters, and GD-related products recommended by real moms in the community—not sponsored ads.
Real member quote:
Stop wasting money on products that don't work. See what actual GD moms are using and loving."
"Getting diagnosed felt like being hit by a wall and sucked the fun out of this pregnancy. People who have never had it kept telling me to look at the bright side and don't be dramatic. I'm so glad there's women here who actually understand the struggle ❤️"
"GD felt so overwhelming when I was first diagnosed at 12 weeks. It felt like an impossible road to walk. This community provides support, ideas, and help in a situation that can otherwise feel entirely isolating."
"I was diagnosed 4 weeks ago and was so worried. The tips, support, and just knowing I'm not alone makes such a huge difference. I've been able to keep my numbers in check and find meal ideas, plus snacks from this group; While also learning to not be hard on myself if maybe here and there I get a not so great number; it's a learning curve. 💕"
HIgedi is for you if:
If you've ever thought "I wish I could just see what other GD moms are eating" or "I feel so alone in this"—HIgedi was built for you.
I know what you're thinking: "What's the catch?"
There isn't one. HIgedi is free to download and free to use. No credit card required. No premium tiers hiding the good stuff. No tracking your data to sell.
Why free? Because when I had gestational diabetes, I felt alone and overwhelmed, and I don't want any other woman to feel that way. Community support shouldn't cost money.
The app includes some Amazon affiliate links in the marketplace (so if you buy something, we might earn a small commission), but that's it. Everything else—the meal inspiration, the community, the daily guides, the local search—is completely free.
We know gestational diabetes can feel personal and sometimes overwhelming. That's why HIgedi is designed with your privacy and comfort in mind:
You deserve a space where you can be honest about your struggles without fear. That's what we've built.
Hi, I'm Julija. I'm the founder and CEO of HIgedi, and I'm a mom who had gestational diabetes.
When I was diagnosed, I felt completely alone despite all the "resources" available. The information was clinical and confusing. The meal plans were generic and unrealistic. I had no one to talk to who truly understood what I was going through.
I spent my pregnancy wishing someone would just show me what to eat, tell me my feelings were normal, and make me feel less alone.
So after my “sugar baby” was born, I built HIgedi—the support system I wish I'd had.
Today, it's grown into a community of over 6,500 moms supporting each other through gestational diabetes. Every day, I see women helping each other, sharing what works, and reminding each other they're not alone.
That's what HIgedi is about: real support from real moms who get it. If you're managing GD right now, I want you to know—you don't have to figure this out alone. We're here for you.
Contact: hi@higedi.com
"This is my second pregnancy with GD and this group has helped me learn some new things that have helped me control even my fasting sugars! It's amazing to me how little is out there from providers, and I'm grateful for this resource to fill in with real, helpful information."
"GD is HARD. GD is NOT your fault. If I can do it and apparently I'm addicted to carbs (who knew 🤷🏻♀️) ANYONE can do it. Believe in yourself, do it for your baby. This really is the best community."
"Thank you so much for this group, and all the things you post. The posts are so encouraging, and I'm so happy I found this group this time so I'm not going through it alone!"
Download the HIgedi gestational diabetes app free on iOS or Android.
You don't have to figure this out alone—and you don't have to share more than you're comfortable with.
Yes! Completely free to download and use. No hidden costs, no premium tiers.
Most GD apps focus on tracking. HIgedi focuses on community and real meal inspiration. You'll see what real moms are eating with photos and blood sugar results, not just generic meal plans.
Absolutely! You have complete control over your profile. You can edit your display name to be whatever you're comfortable with—your first name only, a nickname, or something completely anonymous like "GDMama2025." Many members choose to stay semi-anonymous, and that's totally respected in our community. Share as much or as little as you want.
Not at all! Many members share just the photo and description of what they ate. Others include blood sugar readings because they find it helpful to track patterns or get feedback. It's completely up to you. There's no pressure to track, report, or share numbers if that doesn't feel right for you. HIgedi is about inspiration and connection, not perfection or performance.
That's completely fine! Many members browse for weeks or months before posting anything. You can see what other moms are eating, read discussions, and benefit from the community without ever sharing if you don't want to. There's zero pressure to post.
Yes. We take privacy seriously. Your data is never sold to third parties. You control what information you share in your profile and what you post in the community. You can delete posts or your entire account anytime.
Nope! You can browse and benefit from the community without posting anything. Share only if and when you're comfortable.
Not at all! We have moms at every stage—newly diagnosed, managing GD for months, and even moms who had GD in past pregnancies who stick around to support others.
Absolutely. The app is designed to be simple and intuitive. If you can use Instagram or Facebook, you can use HIgedi.
Yes! You have full control. You can delete individual posts anytime, edit your profile information, or delete your entire account if you choose.
Over 6,500 moms are already in the HIgedi community sharing meals, supporting each other, and navigating gestational diabetes together.
We’re waiting for you.