Gestational diabetes (also known as gestational diabetes mellitus) is one of the most common health problems for pregnant women. It affects about 5 percent of all pregnancies, which means there are about 200,000 cases each year. Gestational diabetes can cause health problems for mother and fetus If left untreated.

Controlling gestational diabetes is the key to a healthy pregnancy. Below are some techniques for managing gestational diabetes:

• Know your blood sugar level and keep it under control
• Eat a healthy diet, as outlined by your health care provider
• Get regular, moderate physical activity
• Maintain a healthy weight gain
• Keep daily records of your diet, physical activity, and glucose level
• Take insulin and/or other medications as prescribed
• See you helath care provider regularly
• Your health care provider might also tell you to:
  • Test your urine for ketones if needed
  • Have your blood pressure checked as indicate