Updated Jan 15, 2021 | 12:53 IST
If you have rheumatoid arthritis and are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it’s important to know how RA and pregnancy can affect each other. Rheumatoid arthritis and pregnancy: Here’s what women with RA need to know  |  Photo Credit: iStock Images
Key Highlights
A vital question remains whether rheumatoid arthritis affects pregnancy in a different way
Also, what kind of impact one s pregnancy may have on the condition
New Delhi: Pregnancy is a beautiful phase in a woman’s life. But what if you have a condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you may have a number of questions, including how it will affect your pregnancy and the baby’s development. And there’s another vital question - will I be able to care for my new baby.
Updated Jan 13, 2021 | 10:16 IST
A healthy diet, staying active and other healthier lifestyle choices can often help control blood sugar levels and manage gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes: 5 lifestyle tips to control blood sugar during pregnancy  |  Photo Credit: iStock Images
Key Highlights
Keeping blood sugar levels in check will help you and your unborn baby healthy
Here s what you can do to manage blood sugar levels to help you ensure a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby
New Delhi: If you’ve been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or are at risk of developing the condition, making healthier lifestyle changes can help you manage or avoid it. Basically, gestational diabetes occurs when a woman cannot produce enough insulin during pregnancy, resulting in high blood sugar. This can lead to a range of complications. However, medication along with a healthy diet, staying active and other healthier lifestyle choices can help manage