Gestational diabetes is a condition affecting pregnant women, resulting in high blood glucose levels. A healthy diet and nutritious snacking are crucial for managing this health issue associated with pregnancy changes. There are a variety of healthy choices when it comes to choosing healthy food for your snacks. Consuming snacks rich in protein, healthy fats,…
Looking for a great gender reveal gift? Here are the best gender reveal gifts that will definitely wow your soon to be parents. 1. Montesorri Activity Book This gender neutral gift is bound to be a hit no matter what. Parents are always looking for educational ways to entertain their child. This activity book is great…
Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome often suffer from insulin resistance and weight gain that can be difficult to manage. Due to this issue with insulin sensitivity, weight loss and management can be difficult. The best diet for PCOS symptoms is not necessarily low carb or a keto diet. It is important to have well balanced…
You may have seen videos on social media circulating about asking doctors to prescribe Ozempic for weight loss. Ozempic is a drug used to treat diabetes. In December of 2017, Ozempic has been approved by the FDA for blood sugar control in Type II diabetes, as well as to decrease the risk of adverse cardiovascular…
One of the most important doctor visits in pregnancy is when a patient’s glucose (blood sugar) is tested, which is also known as the gestational oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT). This test checks you to see if you are at risk of gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is extremely important to screen for because there are many…
The postpartum glucose test, usually done between 4-12 weeks postpartum, is an important medical examination for women who have experienced a high risk pregnancy due to gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a condition where women without a previous history of diabetes develop high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. To ensure the long-term health of the…
Dry shampoo is a product designed to freshen hair between showers or traditional shampooing – but Is dry shampoo safe for regular use? Dry Shampoo is an alcohol- or starch-based substance. For some people, dry shampoo is beneficial during camping trips or traveling where daily showers are not always available. For other it is just a…
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy, affecting 2-10% of pregnancies in the United States. It occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels during pregnancy. This condition typically appears in the middle of pregnancy, between 24-28 weeks, and can cause complications for both the mother…
Diastasis recti in pregnancy is very common, and postpartum fitness can be challenging. You have just gone through a major physical and emotional life event and now you are trying to get some of your strength back. One of the main issues that many postpartum women struggle with is the diastasis of rectus abdominis. You…
Our most prized possession (okay maybe I’m a bit biased), is our vision. Moms out there, I cannot imagine how challenging it may be at home to make sure everything is optimized to keep your children safe from potential accidental eye injury. In this post, I will explore both chemical eye injury and then overall…
