Technologies that help you monitor glucose levels
Glucose management is a critical aspect that contributes towards a healthy pregnancy. In an ideal scenario, keeping the mother's glucose levels around normal or near to normal levels before conception and after conception is recommended. One of the robust tools that helps monitor glucose levels closely is a continuous glucose monitoring system, also known as a CGM. What do you mean in this para?Is it preventive usage?
Recent technological advancements have simplified a CGM device to a small wearable sensor synced with wireless near-field readers. The device automatically tracks your glucose levels day and night unlike a traditional blood glucose monitor that only gives you your current glucose reading.
The device has additional insights into your glucose level, for example where it currently stands, when it increased or dipped - without pricking your finger.
By continuously monitoring your glucose levels as you go through your daily activities, a CGM becomes a source of robust and precise data of your glucose levels. You and your healthcare practitioner can track this data through an app and this aids in designing a better, more targeted treatment plan for you.
Healthy mother, healthy child
While pregnancy brings joy, it does come with its own set of challenges. With advanced technologies such as the CGM system, you can tackle/ take care of at least one challenge of keeping a closer eye on your glucose levels easily. Even with gestational diabetes, you can still have a healthy and happy pregnancy by putting all efforts to maintain your glucose levels within desired target range. Pregnancy is the start of something special and beautiful, so make sure you give yourself and your baby a healthy start for a brighter tomorrow!
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