Episode 32: An Interview with Dr. Amanda Horton MD, a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist, Part 2

We’re back with Dr. Amanda Horton for part two of our high risk pregnancy management deep dive — this time focusing on gestational diabetes. From how it develops (spoiler: the placenta) to diet, exercise, insulin, and what it means for labor and delivery, Dr. Horton walks us through practical management and long-term considerations.✨ What you’ll hear in this episode:🍬 Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes explained simply🥦 Nutrition counseling and carb counting basics🏃 Why movement after meals is a powerful tool💊 Insulin, metformin, and when medication makes sense👶 How gestational diabetes impacts delivery planning🔄 The lifelong health implications after pregnancyCall to Action:📧 [email protected]📸 Instagram: @ladybirdpt and @amandahortonmd🌐 Services: ladybirdpt.com⭐ Leave us a review — it helps other parents find this resource!