Gestational Diabetes Story 2023 | What You Need To Know & Lessons I've Learned | Canadian Guidelines

As promised, Sarah shares her first-time experience with Gestational Diabetes when pregnant with Baby #3, as well as some dietary tips and lifestyle hacks that helped based on Canadian Nutrition Guidelines.

Nutritional Guidelines Handouts (Gestational Diabetes Canada):

01:11 What is Gestational Diabetes?
03:43 Causes of Gestational Diabetes
06:32 Risk Factors
10:20 Studies & Trends
11:24 How It Affects Mom & Baby
13:08 How it Affects Child Later
14:08 Diet Guidelines & What Worked For Me
18:41 Tips & Tricks
21:46 Blood Glucose Levels
24:56 How To Manage
26:13 Kids Return Home

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[almurry]

Sarah, as a diabetic myself, I can tell you that any high carbohydrate food will spike your blood sugar levels. Carbohydrates convert to sugar in your bloodstream. So, carbohydrates like rice and white potatoes will turn into sugar in your bloodstream. I still love sandwiches so I eat a bread that is 2 net carbs per slice making twi slices only 4 net carbs. Of course, you also have to add in whatever you put on the slices of bread. I’ve become quite good at reading the labels of food and estimating the amount of carbs I am putting in my system. Of course, I do indulge in different foods but only occasionally. I have had type 2 diabetes for the past 20 years and, so far, I am doing okay.

[MakaiIELTS]

I was prediabetic before I got pregnant with my 3rd son. Body was shaking and I was sweating when I got hungry. I was addicted to food, especially sweets.
Suffered from PCOS and had menstruation once or twice a year only.
I did intermittent and extended fasting for 2 months. Problem solved.

I'm no longer shaking, can already tolerate hunger and my period is so normal.
Memory improved significantly despite having 3 CS delivery.

Try intermittent fasting people.

[franchialbarnes]

I am not pregnant, however, I got diagnosed with Pre diabetic/diabetic even though my A1C was 5.7-6.1. Both of my brothers are on insulin and one of my two brothers had their leg cut off. I am high candidate like you were saying. My doctor is sending in a referral for a Diabetes doctor and classes. Thank you so much for talking about this situation.

[justfair]

My A1C the first three months of my pregnancy was 5.5. I declined the glucola test and did a 1 week glucose test (4 times per day instead). My fasting blood sugar around 24 weeks were between 100-110 so my doctor diagnosed me with gestational diabetes. My post meal numbers were always below 120 after 1 hour. I ate about 50 grams of carbs per day and walked 6 miles per day. My doctor suggested I take Metformin at night for my fasting glucose. I refused and kept going with my routine. I am now 30 weeks and my fasting glucose are between 90-95. I still got ways to go but it’s looking good so far. Diet and exercise are better than medication because it fixes the root cause than just putting a bandaid on it. Try your best. It takes time to fix it but it’s fixable. This is my second gestational diabetes and my 4th child. Thanks for sharing your journey.

Tip: the order on how you eat your meal matters too. So always eat the fat and protein then eat the carbs. Big difference in blood sugar.

[nancypatterson]

Your daughter’s are beautiful, I always enjoy seeing your videos. Thanks for sharing, Happy Father’s Day, Justin! ❤

[MsAaron-zbwn]

Awwww hun you look so beautiful! Being a wife and mother of four daughters I know the struggles of dealing with difficulties that may arise but us mothers persevere through it all!! ❤❤❤❤❤ love from Detroit 😊

[ameliatiu]

Good thing u shifted to a topic that's more relevant to your everyday life.. Unlike finding fault in someone's personal life.. To each his own, respect. Thanks

[whiteheart]

Switch to club soda with lemon. Bananas have a ton of sugar. I use barely cooked in chicken broth for rice. Freeze bread before using it cut the carbs by a quarter. Take berberine.

[stephanietemple]

Very Helpful, thank You. May God continue Blessing your Family.

[mspatti]

Sarah, you are a great medical educator/ communicator. Have a great Father's Day, Justin.

[judithdourado]

Thanks for sharing your experiences, diet etc., Diet that you shared is really helpful not only for pregnant women but also helpful for others. May God bless you, your babies n Justin.

[stephanietemple]

It was in my genes my, Mother & Grandmother was Diabetic . I was diagnosed maybe 10-12 years later.

[doreenhill]

Thank you! Your talk was excellent and Very informative. We can see the nurse in you. You have probably talk to lots of women on the same subject. I am glad you are doing well. Happy Father’s Day to Justin. Love your family. ❤❤❤❤❤

[charlottetimes]

What a great topic to speak on today. It's so wonderful how you share information to help others.

[lindagentile]

Very informative Vlog Sarah...
Miss seeing your Mom too...
Sabrina & Chanel look so much alike...
HAPPY FATHERS DAY JUSTIN
GBY ALL 🙏❤️💙💖💖💙🧸🤗✝️

[dianadavis]

I had gestational diabetes for 2 pregnancies. It sucks. I'm type 2 now.

[colleenrodamer]

Many many blessings from North Texas ❤

[Mamapicky]

Sarah what are your tips on handling labor pain? You seem so calm. I am due in October and looking foward to a safe natural birth

[almurry]

I’ve noticed that when I prick my finger on the side of the finger, rather than the finger tip, it hurts a lot less.

[genniejefferson]

Looks like dad by the eyes. So adorable. Are you a nurse or CNA?