Preexisting Diabetes and Pregnancy Toolbox
Updated March 26, 2015.
You may wonder if you can get pregnant -- or what is in store with preexisting diabetes and pregnancy. You need to know the risks and how to reduce the chances of complications. Here is a checklist of helpful information if you are dealing with maternal diabetes in pregnancy.
Women with diabetes are sometimes told they cannot get pregnant. This is often based on old information or Hollywood dramatization. Having diabetes does not mean you are destined for struggle, but you need to be prepared.More »
Not too long ago, having diabetes meant pregnancy was almost impossible. Modern tools, medications and guidelines have changed that, but there are still some risks. The first step to lowering your risks is education.More »
The basics of reducing pregnancy risks and complications related to diabetes.More »
I have a website and forum for women with diabetes who are trying to conceive or are pregnant. Here are common tips community members share for tight blood sugar control.More »
You may wonder if you can get pregnant -- or what is in store with preexisting diabetes and pregnancy. You need to know the risks and how to reduce the chances of complications. Here is a checklist of helpful information if you are dealing with maternal diabetes in pregnancy.
Can I Get Pregnant if I Have Diabetes?
Women with diabetes are sometimes told they cannot get pregnant. This is often based on old information or Hollywood dramatization. Having diabetes does not mean you are destined for struggle, but you need to be prepared.More »
Preexisting Diabetes and Pregnancy Risks
Not too long ago, having diabetes meant pregnancy was almost impossible. Modern tools, medications and guidelines have changed that, but there are still some risks. The first step to lowering your risks is education.More »
How to Reduce Risks
The basics of reducing pregnancy risks and complications related to diabetes.More »
Blood Sugar and Pregnancy
Blood sugar levels are important for lowering risks. Learn common blood sugar goals during pregnancy.More »Tips for Tight Pregnancy Blood Sugar Levels
I have a website and forum for women with diabetes who are trying to conceive or are pregnant. Here are common tips community members share for tight blood sugar control.More »