A definition of gestational diabetes and address risk factors associated with the disease.

Learn how to reduce risk factors for you and your baby.

A discussion of healthy eating, including carbohydrate awareness, portion control and eating six small meals per day. 

A discussion of healthy blood sugar ranges during pregnancy, as well as when to check your blood sugars (each class includes a free blood glucose meter and demonstration).

A discussion of how to reduce your possible risk for developing Type 2 diabetes later in life.

After the first class, follow-up sessions with a certified diabetes educator will be provided to help fine-tine your meal planning and reinforce information as needed.