Blood glucose monitoring in gestational diabetes

Why measure?

Gestational diabetes management relies on knowing how meals and activity affect glucose. Targets are set only by your clinician.

Typical timing (varies)

Fasting on waking, 1–2 hours after meals, or a personalized schedule — use the meter and log your clinician provides.

Tips

• Wash hands before testing.
• Note food, portions, and stress when readings are high.
• Do not change insulin or medication doses without instruction.

Emergency

Extreme thirst, confusion, repeated very high or low readings, vomiting — contact care immediately.