Meal & Snack Ideas for Gestational Diabetes

Simple and realistic food inspiration

A Cozy Fall-Inspired 7-Day Meal Plan for Gestational Diabetes (Plus GD-Friendly Desserts!)

This 7-day gestational diabetes meal plan includes 3 meals, 3 snacks (with bedtime options), and daily shopping lists—all with cozy fall flavors.

Low-Carb Summer Snacks & Drinks for Gestational Diabetes

Looking for summer snacks with gestational diabetes in mind? Try these low-carb frozen desserts, fruity drinks, and savory bites that are refreshing, tasty, and guilt-conscious.

Clean Protein Bars: Whole-Food Snacks You Can Feel Good About

Discover clean, whole-food protein bars for everyday energy, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Learn how to read labels, choose the best options, and see some of the picks.

Ice Cream GI (Glycemic Index) & GL (Glycemic Load): What You Need to Know

Learn the glycemic index and glycemic load of ice cream, what affects it, and how to pick low GI ice cream for better blood sugar control.

Low GI Snacks: 12 Ideas for Healthy Blood Sugar Levels (+ Store-Bought Favorites!)

Discover 12 delicious low glycemic snacks that help manage blood sugar, reduce cravings, and provide steady energy. Perfect for diabetes, PCOS, or healthy snacking!

Chia Seeds During Pregnancy: Are They Safe, and What Are the Benefits?

Wondering if chia seeds are safe during pregnancy? Learn the benefits, how to eat them safely, and tips for adding them to your prenatal diet.

Gestational Diabetes Water Intake: How Much to Drink & Why Hydration Matters

Learn how much water to drink during pregnancy with gestational diabetes, why hydration supports blood sugar control, and tasty low-carb infusion recipes to keep water interesting.

Smoothie with Cottage Cheese: The Ultimate GD-Friendly Protein Boost

Creamy cottage cheese smoothies packed with protein — perfect for managing blood sugar and satisfying snack cravings. Plus, toddler-approved and delicious!

Rice Cakes & Gestational Diabetes: Let's Talk About GD-Friendly Ideas

Rice cakes & gestational diabetes: what works, what to avoid, and how to build blood sugar–friendly snacks with delicious toppings.

What to Eat in a Day with Gestational Diabetes (Realistic & Delicious Ideas)

Realistic, satisfying meals and snack ideas for gestational diabetes — from HIgedi founder Julija, who’s been there. No extremes, just food that works for your blood sugar and your life.

GD-Friendly 4th of July: Red, White & (Blood Sugar) Balanced

These low carb 4th of July recipes are festive, high in protein, and gestational diabetes-friendly—perfect for a red, white, and balanced holiday. 💙🤍❤️

Gestational Diabetes & Cottage Cheese: My Favorite Ways to Use It

Easy and delicious gestational diabetes recipes using cottage cheese—high in protein, blood-sugar-friendly, and mama-tested favorites. 💛

Gestational Diabetes Recipes: Dinner & Lunch by Protein (Chicken, Turkey, Beef, Pork, Shrimp, Tofu & More)

Struggling with GD dinner ideas? This guide breaks down gestational diabetes-friendly meals by protein source—chicken, ground turkey, ground beef, tofu, shrimp, fish & more.