Diabetes 101
which type of diabetes relates to Pregnancy?
What is Gestational Diabetes
Instead of fruit punch or powdered drinks, this simple drink is the best low-sugar choice
what is water
the first milk which is rich in nutrients and antibodies is called?
what is Colostrum
True or False:
Blocked or Decreased blood flow to the legs can increase healing time?
what is False.
This hormone can make your gums swollen, red, and more likely to bleed, especially when you brush.
What is progesterone?
(Can also accept “pregnancy hormones”)
which type of food raises blood glucose levels faster?
A) Fatty Meats
B)eggs
C) Pastas, rice, noodles
D) Fish
What is C) Pastas, rice, noodles
Traditionally, sweet foods were enjoyed mostly during this type of gathering, not every day.
what are feasts or community gatherings. (muksay)
should breastfeeding start within the first hour after birth?
what is yes.The first hour after birth is an important time. When mothers and babies are left together after birth, the baby will usually start to go towards the breast on their own within the first hour. Early initiation of breastfeeding, within one hour of birth, protects the newborn from infections and reduces newborn mortality.
a person with a High A1C is poorly managed diabetes, with constant high sugars what will the blood look like?
What is Thick. Ex: like Syrup
This common bacteria can pass from a parent’s mouth to a baby through sharing spoons, cleaning a pacifier with your mouth, or kissing on the lips.
What is cavity-causing bacteria?
Streptococcus mutans
which organ produces insulin?
What is the pancreas
This bottled drink can contain 5–7 teaspoons of sugar in one serving.
what is iced tea or pop
1 of 5 signs your baby is getting enough milk
what is
True or False:
you can still live a healthy life with diabetes (and high blood pressure), this will help decrease your chance of suffering complications.
what is Managing Blood Glucose Levels.
This vitamin is important during pregnancy because it helps your baby’s teeth and bones develop properly.
What is vitamin D?
Can also accept calcium if someone explains it supports tooth development
which symptom is a classic sign of diabetes?
A) Hair loss
B) Fever
C) Frequent urination
D) Cough
What is C) Frequent urination
If moms have gestational diabetes, it could increase the risk of this condition for moms and babies later on in life
what is diabetes
name 1 0f 5 breastfeeding positions?
what is
what 3 things can you do to promote good blood flow?
what is
•Don’t smoke
•Be active everyday
•Eat a healthy diet
•Maintain a healthy body weight
•Stay connected to family and friends
•See your health care professional regularly
•Know your numbers: A1C, BP, Cholesterol
•Take your medication as directed
This condition during pregnancy is linked to a higher risk of preterm birth and low birth weight, and it affects the gums.
What is gum disease aka periodontal disease?
What test measures your average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months and is crucial for diagnosing and managing diabetes?
what is A1C
If a snack shows 20% sugar on the label, this tells us the sugar content is this.
what is high
According to popular medical opinion, how long is the optimal length of time to breastfeed a baby?
what is as long as mother and baby are happy to do so, but at least a year.
People with diabetes often share common risk factors for heart disease, can you name one risk factor?
what is obesity, physical inactivity, or unhealthy diets.
A baby’s primary teeth actually begin developing during this trimester of pregnancy, long before they are visible in the mouth.
What is the first trimester?