Gestational Diabetes (GDM) is a type of diabetes that can occur in pregnancy. GDM can be managed, and you can expect to have a happy, healthy baby. Our classes will help you to understand the condition and how to manage it.

If you have been scheduled for a GDM class, please complete the following:

Before attending the class:

1. Print off, or save the following handouts to start filling in after your online session:
   • Food Record
   • Blood Sugar Log
2. Watch a quick video: https://www.diabetes-pregnancy.ca/gdm/overview/
3. Read the following handouts before your session. We will be talking more about these handouts during the session.
   • Diabetes Canada, Gestational Diabetes handout
   • Simple nutrition handout: Eating for Gestational Diabetes
   • Healthy Snacks to Help your Diabetes
4. Get a Blood Glucose Meter: Go to your pharmacy for a blood glucose meter. It does not matter which brand you get. Click here for a letter to give to your doctor or pharmacist if needed. Click here for videos on how to use your brand of meter.
5. Prepare for Zoom: 
   • By joining our session you agree to the terms and conditions that are listed here. If you decide you do not want to attend, please call us at the number for the location you have been referred to:
     • Foothills Medical Centre: 403-944-2122
     • Sunridge Medical Gallery: 403-944-9660
     • Rockyview General Hospital: 403-943-3495
     • South Health Campus: 403-944-9670
   • If you have not used Zoom before, click here for instructions. Please do a trial before your class to ensure your camera and microphone are working well.

At the time of the class:

1. Open the email you got from the Diabetes in Pregnancy clinic.
2. Click on the Zoom link within that email.
3. Join the class.

Additional Resources:

• Diabetes in Pregnancy webpage
• Foods with Fibre handout
• Foods with Protein handout
• More detailed nutrition handout (optional): Healthy Eating with Gestational Diabetes