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What is Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)? Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that some patients develop during pregnancy due to changing hormone levels in the placenta. During pregnancy, it can be harder for your body to make enough insulin—insulin is the hormone that helps your body regulate blood sugar...

Food Safety in Pregnancy Pregnant individuals are at increased risk for foodborne illnesses during pregnancy. Ensuring good food safety can help decrease the risks of foodborne illness. Pregnant individuals should avoid certain high-risk foods, including unpasturized dairy, undercooked meats, raw seafood, and specific high-mercury containing fish (i.e. swordfish, shark). Protecting...

Multiple Birth: Twins, triplets or more... Multiple birth pregnancies need extra care and monitoring. There are also higher requirements for certain nutrients and calories. You may experience more nausea/morning sickness symptoms due to higher levels of pregnancy hormone. If you have severe nausea or vomiting, talk with your care provider...

Vegetarian diet: It can sometimes be challenging to meet your requiremnet for certain vitamins and minerals when following a vegetarian or vegan diet. A well-planned vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs at all ages. The kiy is to eat a wide range of foods, including nuts, seeds, legumes, soy...

An ultrasound examination uses sound waves and echoes to make images of your baby. When a pregnant individual has an ultrasound, a hand-held device is rubbed along the patient's belly. It releases sound waves that bounce off the developing baby. The echoes from the returning sound waves make an image...

Nutrition for Managing Gestational Diabetes A. How do different food groups influence blood sugar level? The various food groups can influence blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes differently. Managing blood sugar is crucial for people with diabetes, and understanding the impact of different foods is essential. Here's how each...

The third trimester is the "home stretch" of your pregnancy. Congratulations on making it this far in your journey. If you haven't already, you may find it helpful to educate yourself about the labour and birthing process, make some decisions about how you plan to feed your baby, and learn...

Your new baby completely depends on you, and that includes being fed. The act of feeding your infant is more than just giving them food, though. It’s also a way of bonding with your baby, and it will affect them for their life as they grow. Many parents choose to...