Prediabetes and Your Child

Your child has prediabetes, which means their blood sugar (glucose) is too high and they’re at risk for type 2 diabetes. Learn how to lower your child's blood sugar level.

Diabetes and Your Child: Understanding Type 2

You’ve been told that your child has type 2 diabetes. This means their body has trouble using a sugar called glucose for energy. Diabetes is a lifelong condition. Left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems. But diabetes can be managed so your child can live a full, healthy life.

Gestational Diabetes: Exercise

Exercise can help you keep your blood sugar within a normal range. That's because your body uses more blood sugar when you exercise.

Gestational Diabetes: After Pregnancy

Your blood sugar will most likely return to normal after delivery. But gestational diabetes is a warning sign that you are at risk of getting diabetes later in life. You can take steps to reduce risks.

Diabetes: Tracking Your Fitness Progress

Tracking your fitness progress can help you improve your long-term health. Seeing how far you've come may motivate you to achieve more. Your healthcare provider can also use a record of any progress to help plan your treatment.

Diabetes: Meal Planning

Your care team can help you create a nutritious meal plan to best manage your diabetes. Read on for some helpful tips.