Pregnancy and Gestational Diabetes, Chapter 1: What to Expect in Pregnancy with Diabetes
Your Care Team Around You
Meet the people on a typical pregnancy care team and what each one usually does.
You can name the members of a typical pregnancy care team and what each one usually does.
Many teams have an obstetrician or a midwife in charge. Both care for you and help plan the birth.
An obstetrician is a doctor for pregnancy and birth. A midwife is a health worker who helps with both.
Plan regular visits with team members who are experts in diabetes and pregnancy.
An endocrinologist is a doctor who focuses on blood sugar. A certified diabetes educator teaches daily care. That means the habits you use each day.
A typical team can have both. Together, they cover your blood sugar plan and your daily routine.
A dietitian helps plan your meals. The plan fits your needs and your baby's growth.
Partners and family can help too. Some couples split tasks, so one partner plans meals. That gives you more time for checks and visits.
Key takeaways
- Obstetricians and midwives manage your pregnancy and help plan the birth.
- Endocrinologists and diabetes educators focus on blood sugar and daily care.
- Dietitians plan meals, and a partner can take on tasks like meal planning.
Try it
Write each team member's name and role on one page, and bring it to your next visit.