52: Understanding Gestational Diabetes with Lily Nichols, RDN

Gina and Roxanne sit down with registered dietitian nutritionist and author, Lily Nichols, for a comprehensive discussion on gestational diabetes and prenatal nutrition. Nichols shares her insights on preconception planning, gestational diabetes testing, and management methods during pregnancy. She highlights the long-term effects of gestational diabetes on both mother and child, and explains the difference between recommended daily nutrient intake versus optimal nourishment based on up-to-date research. Furthermore, Nichols shares the role of exercise, protein consumption, and other micronutrients in reducing the risk of gestational diabetes and maintaining blood sugar levels.   Find Lily Nichols’s Website Here: https://lilynicholsrdn.com/ Or on Instagram Here: https://www.instagram.com/lilynicholsrdn/?hl=en —— In This Episode: 00:00 Introduction 01:51 Interview with Lily Nichols: Journey into Perinatal Nutrition 03:24 Deep Dive into Gestational Diabetes Testing 07:53 The Importance of Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis 09:57 Long-term Effects of Gestational Diabetes 17:06 Preventing and Managing Gestational Diabetes 23:52 Understanding Protein Intake During Pregnancy 37:33 The Truth About Prenatal Vitamins 46:55 Conclusion and Further Resources —— Freebies to Support Your Pregnancy:  📧 Download our free birth prep circuit guide with six exercises to prepare your body for birth: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prepare-for-birth-circuit/ 📧 Download our free birth plan template and packing list: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/birth-plan-and-packing-list/ 📩 Download our free prenatal fitness guide & sample programming: https://mamastefit.com/freebies/prenatal-fitness-sample-programs/ —— Prepare for your birth with MamasteFit: 💻 Online Childbirth Education Courses 🏋🏻‍♀️ Online Prenatal Fitness Programming 🧘‍♀️ Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth Course Explore our prep for birth bundles: https://mamastefit.com/childbirth Follow Us on IG at https://instagram.com/mamastefit ----- This podcast is sponsored by Needed, a nutrition company focused on optimal nourishment for your perinatal journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code MAMASTEPOD for 20% off your first order or three months of subscription.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠