Follow your healthcare provider’s meal plan
Eat balanced meals with controlled portions
Choose high-fiber foods
Limit sugary foods and drinks
Spread carbohydrates evenly throughout the day
Do not skip meals
Monitor blood glucose as directed
Exercise regularly if approved by your provider
Take prescribed insulin or medication exactly as directed
Keep all prenatal appointments
Monitor fetal movement as instructed
Stay hydrated
Maintain a healthy weight gain as recommended
Get enough sleep
Manage stress
Avoid smoking, alcohol, and recreational drugs
Report high or low blood sugar readings to your provider
Seek urgent care for decreased fetal movement, severe symptoms, or very high blood sugar