Thomasville Medical Center 
Diabetes and Pregnancy Program
| This program consists of three-hour group sessions designed to provide in-depth education on managing gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes and pregnancy. |
For patients with gestational diabetes, the curriculum includes:
- Explanation of gestational diabetes
- Risks to the baby
- Prevention of Type 2 diabetes postpartum
- Blood glucose monitoring and glucose goals
- Exercise
- Stress management
- Nutrition education and individualized meal plans
- Signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia
- Goal-setting
- Insulin instruction
For patients with pre-existing diabetes, the curriculum includes:
- Explanation of risks for mother and baby
- Blood glucose monitoring and glucose goals
- Exercise
- Stress management
- Nutrition education and individualized meal plans
- Signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia
- Goal-setting
- Insulin instruction
One-week and postpartum follow-up is provided for each participant. Ongoing follow-up is provided throughout pregnancy as needed.
For more information
Please contact us at(336)718-6770.
