Diabetes and Pregnancy

You have the good fortune to live when you do. Health care providers no longer discourage women with diabetes from becoming pregnant.

We now know that the key to a healthy pregnancy for a woman with diabetes is keeping blood glucose (sugar) in the target range -- both before she is pregnant and during her pregnancy. To do this, you need a diabetes treatment plan that keeps meals, exercise, and insulin in balance. This plan will change as you change with pregnancy. You will also need to check your blood glucose often and keep a record of your results. With your blood glucose in the target range and good medical care, your chances of a trouble-free pregnancy and a healthy baby are almost as good as they are for a woman without diabetes.

Before Pregnancy
Find out what precautions a person with diabetes needs to take before getting pregnant.

Good Prenatal Care
Learn how to take care of yourself and your baby when you have diabetes and you are pregnant.

Delivery
Find out what to expect when you deliver your baby.

After Delivery
Get tips on breastfeeding and how to take care of yourself after delivery.