Treatment for Gestational Diabetes: Physical Activity

Considerations when exercising are:

• Monitor your blood sugar before any physical activity
• Exercising will lower your blood sugar – always carry a fast acting carbohydrate
• Hypertensive women should not exercise
• Activity should be non-standing and should not require a lot of balance.
• Adequate hydration and nourishment is encouraged
• If signs or symptoms of preterm labor occur STOP (seek medical attention)

Always check with your doctor before beginning any physical activity program!