Blood Sugar: Testing, Targets & Insights

Strategies, insights, and troubleshooting for blood sugar control, including glucose testing help and common challenges

OGTT at 6–12 Weeks Postpartum: What It Is, How to Prepare & What It Means After Gestational Diabetes

Scheduled for a blood sugar test 6–12 weeks after gestational diabetes? Learn how to prepare, what to expect, and why the OGTT matters for your long-term health.

Little Things That Help Lower Blood Sugar (That Aren’t Food or Insulin)

Discover simple, effective ways to help lower blood sugar without changing your diet or taking insulin. Learn how hydration, sleep, stress relief, and gentle movement support healthy glucose levels.

What to Do When Your Blood Sugar Spikes (And How to Stop Freaking Out)

Blood sugar spike with gestational diabetes? Don’t panic. Here’s how to calmly respond, figure out what went wrong, and keep caring for yourself without guilt.

How to Sneak Protein into Your Meals (Without Even Realizing It)

These simple, no-fuss protein hacks for blood sugar control help you balance meals and manage gestational diabetes—without overhauling your diet.

Blood Sugar Test & Pregnancy: Understanding Your Options

Detecting gestational diabetes early is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of both the mother and the baby. Let's dive into different glucose testing methods, explaining what they involve and why they matter.

Can I Eat Before my Glucose Test: Everything You Need to Know

Prepare for your glucose test with the right diet! Learn what to eat and avoid, fasting guidelines, and how to stabilize your blood sugar for accurate results.

High Fasting Glucose in Gestational Diabetes: Causes, Risks & Management Strategies

Discover the causes, risks, and management strategies for high fasting glucose in gestational diabetes. Learn how to balance blood sugar for a healthier pregnancy.

Why Perfect Blood Sugar Control Isn’t the Goal with Gestational Diabetes Management

Why blood sugar fluctuations are normal, how to respond to high readings without stress, and tips for managing gestational diabetes without stressing over perfection.

3 REASONS YOU SHOULD NOT POSTPONE YOUR OGTT

So, you may have heard of this thing called OGTT when it comes to pregnancy. But what exactly is it, and why should we bother taking it?...

1 Hour OGTT vs. 3-Hour Glucose Tolerance Test: Key Differences & What to Expect

Let’s dive in and compare the differences between the 1-hour and 3-hour oral glucose tolerance tests.

NAVIGATING THE GESTATIONAL DIABETES TEST (WITHOUT MAKING YOURSELF CRAZY!)

So, you've got your gestational diabetes test on the horizon, and thinking about it has shivers running down your spine. Don’t worry,...