Preconception counselling

Question 1

Diabetes - preconception counselling

Answer 1

1. General health - stop smoking, optimise weight (aim for normal BMI), minimise alcohol
2. Importance of diabetes control: fetal abnormalities and later pregnancy complications related to HbA1c level. =
3. Should not get pregnant until glucose control optimal. Fasting BGL between 3.5 and 5.9mmol/L and 1hr post prandial