S2 Ep. 2: All Things Gestational Diabetes w/ Leslee Flannery

In today's episode, I sit down with Registered Dietician Leslee Flannery to discuss ALL Things Gestational Diabetes. This is not something I personally have experienced during pregnancy but it is something us moms are at risk for and I thought who better to talk to about it than Leslee. Leslee has spent 13+ years working with women/moms who currently have gestational diabetes, previously had gestational diabetes or are just looking to stabilize blood sugars. While working her dream job at a local MFM OB office she realized that gestational diabetic women only met with a dietician one time their entire pregnancy and that's when she realized there was a need. In 2020 Gestational Diabetes Nutrition was created! You canreach out to Leslee if you have further questions about what she offers and how she can help! I will list her contact info below!During this episode we talk about;How to manage gestational diabetes. Is gestational diabetes avoidable?Who is more susceptible to getting gestational diabetes.Eating consistently every two to three hours helps maintain blood sugar levels.Dieting and restricting can hinder pregnancy growth.Why Carbohydrates are not inherently bad; they just need to be consumed correctly.Portion control of carbohydrates is essential for blood sugar management.The importance of balancing meals with protein, fiber, and fat alongside carbohydrates.Misconceptions around cutting carbs for gestational diabetes.Proper meal timing can significantly impact blood sugar stability.Alternatives around the glucose drink. Leslee Flannery Info:Instagram: @gestational.diabetes.nutrition Website: gdmnutrition.com As always, thank you so much again for listening to Mom Mode - I hope these conversations bring you something that you needed to hear while on your journey through motherhood! XO, Nichole