These are items that have help me survive gestational diabetes. These are helpful for checking blood sugar, planning meals, and staying prepared during the day.
This is the core tool for gestational diabetes management. Most people test 4–5 times per day (fasting + after meals). This specific one will sync to an app on your phone so if you forget to log right away, you can go back and find your numbers later...
Platinum Blood Glucose Monitor Kit w/50 Strips
Extra testing strips so you don’t run out when you need them most! You’ll go through these like crazy
Platinum Test Strips 50 Count + eBook
A log is great to keep up with your numbers and to note what foods are more likely to spike your sugar!
Blood Sugar Log Book: 106 Weeks Tracker
With gestational diabetes, you HAVE to eat 3 meals, 3 snacks a day. So it’s good to plan ahead and always have something on hand. This helps with bringing cold stuff anywhere you go.
Lunch Bag Women Insulated Cooler Tote Beige
You’ll be needing a lot more fresh foods, so storage containers are necessary.
VERONES 5 Pack 36OZ Glass Meal Prep Containers
More water during pregnancy is a no brainer, but it is even MORE necessary with gestational diabetes. Lots of water helps keep blood sugar levels down.
HydroJug Traveler 32oz Water Bottle Pink
I’ve dealt with SO much swelling with this pregnancy.
FITRELL 3 Pairs Compression Socks 20-30mmHg
I am currently living off of turkey and cheese sticks 😅 High protein helps when paired with carbs.
Old Wisconsin Turkey Sausage Snack Sticks, 16oz
These are SO good for a quick snack on the go. Especially during long doctors appointments when you don’t know when you’ll be able to grab lunch.
Only Bean Crunchy Dry Roasted Edamame Sea Salt 10 Pack
Great low carb chip option when you need something crunchy!
