75: Exploring Gestational Diabetes with Professor Fionnuala Breathnach

The Baby Tribe

Unlock the secrets

to understanding gestational diabetes with our special guest, Professor

Fionnuala Breathnach, an associate professor in obstetrics and gynaecology.

Join us as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of parenting, particularly

for those stepping into parenthood later in life. From the diabetogenic nature

of pregnancy to the quirks of glucose tolerance tests, Fionnuala helps us

untangle the medical from the natural, changing how we perceive

pregnancy-related conditions. Together, we'll challenge the "new year, new

me" mantra, embracing a more realistic approach to self-improvement and

emotional acceptance.

This episode is

packed with insights and revelations as we cover the spectrum of gestational

diabetes management. We move beyond the traditional hospital-centric care

towards empowering self-monitoring strategies that ensure women can take charge

of their health. Misconceptions about gestational diabetes being symptomatic

are debunked, highlighting the silent nature of this condition. We examine the

role of postnatal glucose tolerance tests in identifying hidden type 2 diabetes

risks and discuss how a diagnosis during pregnancy can become a crucial turning

point for long-term health and lifestyle changes.

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