The role of nutrition for mums-to-be with gestational diabetes
Updated 25 Oct 2026
A mum-to-be's diet throughout pregnancy is an important factor in the baby's development. However, many mums-to-be today develop gestational diabetes, and balancing nutrition then is not easy at all. So what role does nutrition play for mums-to-be with diabetes? And what is the recommended weight gain for women with gestational diabetes? Let's find out in this article! Content reviewed by Specialist Doctor Level I - Le Pham Anh Vy.
Nutrition plays an important role in gestational diabetes
- Provides the right amount of energy for mother and baby
- Keeps blood sugar well controlled
- Avoids ketonaemia (ketones in the blood)
- Promotes optimal growth of the baby and avoids excessive weight gain for the mother.
Most pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes reach their blood sugar targets if they follow the nutrition principles. Nutrition management should be individualised to suit the pregnant woman's health, weight, cultural background, adherence,...
Recommended weight gain for women with gestational diabetes
- Pregnant women of normal weight and those who are overweight should gain weight as recommended (according to their pre-pregnancy nutritional status and each stage of pregnancy)
- For pregnant women with obesity, there is no recommendation to lose weight during pregnancy; only to control weight gain to avoid ketonaemia in the mother and effects on the baby.
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This article helps you understand and prepare. It does not replace a check-up. For an answer about your own situation, please ask the doctor who is caring for you.
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