How to prevent gestational diabetes in second pregnancy?
I had GD in my first pregnancy and managing sugar was honestly so stressful. Now im planning for the second baby and im really scared it will happen again. Did anyone manage to avoid it the second time, what did u do differently?
Definitely tell your gynac you had it last time so they monitor closely. Diet and movement help a lot but the monitoring is key. Dont skip the glucose test na.
My doctor said having it once raises the chance again, so prevention is about diet, activity and weight. She had me do the sugar test sooner this time. Small frequent balanced meals and regular walks were her main advice.
Since I had GD before, in my second I was extra careful from the start. I cut out sweets and refined carbs, walked daily and kept my weight gain steady. My gynac also tested me earlier than usual, so ask yours to start screening early.
Honestly even with a busy schedule I managed by walking after meals and swapping rice portions for more veg. Doesnt need a fancy plan, just consistent small habits. And keep up the doctor checkups on time.
