My sugar came slightly high in the routine test and doc mentioned gestational diabetes. Im trying to read up properly so I understand it better. If anyone knows the standard guidelines or has dealt with this, pls share.
WHO guidelines are very strict about maintaining proper sugar levels during pregnancy. Please consult your gynecologist to get a proper diet chart according to your reports.
Look, WHO has very specific cut-offs for gestational diabetes, like checking fasting and post-meal sugar after a 75g glucose drink. Don't try to analyze these reports on your own. Go straight to your gynac and they will tell you if you need diet changes or insulin.
I remember being so stressed about my sugar levels during my pregnancy, but looking back now with my healthy toddler, I realize regular checkups make it manageable. WHO guidelines generally suggest keeping fasting sugar below 92 mg/dL, but please let your doctor guide you based on your body.
The WHO guidelines focus on early screening for all pregnant women. Usually, a fasting sugar level under 92 mg/dL and 1-hour post-meal under 180 mg/dL are considered safe limits. Keep a food diary and follow whatever your doctor advises.
I was reading about this while planning and it seems WHO recommends screening at the first prenatal visit itself. It sounds a bit complicated with all those sugar test timings. If you have your reports, what did your doctor say about the values?
