Gestational diabetes is a common complication of pregnancy. If the blood sugar value is not adjusted in time, it will not only affect the health of pregnant women, but also endanger the health of the fetus, even life. Therefore, for pregnant women with gestational diabetes, they must want to know the relevant treatment methods. So, what about diabetes in pregnancy?
1. Control the portion size of food
Use standard measuring tools such as standard plates, bowls, cups, and spoons to control food portions and avoid overconsumption.
2. Increase satiety
Slow down your eating pace, eat more green leafy vegetables, increase your water intake, and take a short walk after meals.
3. Cooking methods should be scientific
Try to use cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, stewing, blanching, and mixing to reduce oil consumption; Reduce the use of frying, pan frying, and braising methods as they require too much oil, resulting in dishes with excessive calories.
4. One day healthy diet combination
It is recommended to have a nutritious breakfast, a rich lunch, and a light dinner. When dining with family, it is important to note that the main food can be served in a standard bowl with rice to ensure that the intake does not exceed the limit. The daily intake of meat should not exceed the size of a deck of playing cards, and small amounts of snacks can be consumed, but the corresponding amount should be reduced from the main food.
5. Maternal and fetal monitoring during pregnancy
Check once a week until the 10th week of pregnancy. Mid pregnancy should be checked every two weeks. Generally, insulin demand begins to increase at 20 weeks of pregnancy and needs to be adjusted in a timely manner. Monthly measurement of renal function and glycated hemoglobin content, along with fundus examination. After 32 weeks of pregnancy, it should be checked once a week. Pay attention to blood pressure, edema, and urinary protein levels. Pay attention to monitoring fetal development, fetal maturity, fetal placental function, etc., and seek early hospitalization if necessary.
What should I do if I have diabetes during pregnancy? For pregnant women with gestational diabetes, the most important thing is to control their own diet, such as controlling food consumption, improving diet structure, changing cooking methods, etc. In addition, we should also do a good job of maternal and infant monitoring during pregnancy, so that we can better control the blood sugar value, thereby reducing the harm of pregnancy diabetes.
