Gestational Diabetes Tips & Guides

Your trusted, research-based guides to navigating a GD diagnosis, diet planning, and balanced living

What to Eat for Heartburn With Gestational Diabetes (Foods + Meal Ideas)

Heartburn + GD is a rough combo. Here are heartburn-friendly foods that also support steadier blood sugar—plus snack ideas and what to avoid.

Sick With Gestational Diabetes? Sick-Day Plan for High Numbers + Ketones

Illness can raise blood sugar even if you’re eating less. Learn why it happens in gestational diabetes, what to drink and eat when you can’t keep much down, when to check ketones, and red flags to get help.

Non Stress Test (NST) in Gestational Diabetes: When You Need It

NSTs are common in gestational diabetes, especially in the third trimester. Learn what a non stress test measures, when it’s recommended, and what “non‑reactive” means.

Carb Counting for Gestational Diabetes: A Simple, Real-Life Guide

Carb counting with gestational diabetes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s how to count total carbs, pick portions, and balance carbs with protein and healthy fats.

Can You Take Collagen With Gestational Diabetes? (Blood Sugar + Safety)

Collagen & gestational diabetes: does it spike blood sugar? Safety tips, what to look for, and how to use collagen GD-friendly.

Choline in Pregnancy With Gestational Diabetes: Benefits + Best Foods

GD-friendly eating often includes more choline-rich foods than you realize. Learn why choline matters in pregnancy, how much you need, and the best food sources.

Gestational Diabetes and Anemia: Iron Labs, Blood Sugar, and What to Ask For

Pregnant with gestational diabetes and anemia? Discover iron-rich foods that fit GD meal balance, which blood tests to ask for, how vitamin C helps absorption, and whether diet alone works or if supplements are needed.

Gestational Diabetes and Hypertension: Risks, Monitoring, and Next Steps in Pregnancy

Diagnosed with gestational diabetes and hypertension? Learn why they can happen together, what it means for you and baby, what monitoring looks like, and what to do next.

Magnesium Glycinate During Pregnancy (Safety, Benefits + GD)

Wondering if magnesium glycinate is safe in pregnancy—especially with GD? Learn benefits, dosage, side effects, and how it compares to citrate/oxide.

Yeast Infections and Gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy (What to Do)

Dealing with a yeast infection during pregnancy and gestational diabetes? Here’s why it happens, how to tell yeast vs UTI, what treatment looks like, and what helps prevent repeats.

Natural Birth & Gestational Diabetes: How to Plan Safely

Want a natural birth with gestational diabetes? Learn what affects your chances, how to advocate for yourself, and what to expect if interventions become necessary.

Gestational Diabetes and C-Section: Do You Have to Have One?

Does gestational diabetes mean you need a C-section? Learn why GD can increase C-section risk, how induction plays a role, and what actually determines vaginal birth vs cesarean.

Ketones in Gestational Diabetes: What They Mean + What to Do

Seeing ketones in gestational diabetes can feel scary. Here's what they mean, common causes, how to reduce ketones safely, and when to call your provider.