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Pregnancy - It's All In The Planning

08 May 2009

There was a time when women who were diagnosed with type 1 diabetes were advised not to have children. Today, thanks to a better understanding and management of diabetes, that is no longer case.

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Pregnancy - It's All In The Planning


Tips for Good Planning

1. Quit smoking
2. Avoid alcohol
3. Commencing folic acid 5mg/daily
4. Review lifestyle, including physical activity, diet and weight management.



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