Gestational Diabetes Prevention & CSLC CAP

Proactive Wellness: Gestational Diabetes Prevention with Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach)

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy in women who didn’t have diabetes before. While it often resolves after delivery, it increases the risk of complications for both mother and baby, and significantly raises the mother’s future risk of Type 2 Diabetes. At LCC Hospital in Kochi, Kerala, leveraging Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach), we emphasize proactive prevention strategies to ensure a healthier pregnancy journey.

Understanding the Risk Factors for Gestational Diabetes

While any pregnant woman can develop GDM, certain factors increase the likelihood, and some are particularly prevalent in the local population of Kerala:

• Overweight or Obesity: Being overweight or obese before pregnancy is a primary risk factor.

• Lack of Physical Activity: A sedentary lifestyle.

• Previous GDM: Having GDM in a prior pregnancy.

• Family History of Diabetes: A close relative with Type 2 Diabetes.

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Women with PCOS have a higher risk.

• Age: Being over 25 years old.

• Ethnicity: Certain ethnic groups, including South Asians, have a higher prevalence.

Even with risk factors, effective prevention is possible through lifestyle modifications, especially if they begin before conception.

Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction (Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach): Your Partner in GDM Prevention

At LCC Hospital, our CSLC CAP (Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction – Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach) program is meticulously designed to empower expectant mothers at risk of GDM. This evidence-based program provides personalized, medically supervised interventions focusing on sustainable lifestyle changes that are safe and effective during pregnancy.

Here’s how CSLC CAP supports GDM prevention:

• Personalized Nutritional Guidance:
  • Expert counseling to develop a balanced eating plan that controls blood sugar levels before and during early pregnancy.
  • Emphasis on complex carbohydrates, adequate protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich foods, adapted to local diets.
  • Strategies for mindful eating and appropriate portion control, avoiding excessive weight gain.

• Tailored Physical Activity Recommendations:
  • Guidance on safe and effective pre-pregnancy and early pregnancy exercises.
  • Encouragement to incorporate regular movement into daily routines.

• Weight Management Optimization (Pre-Conception):
  • Strategies for achieving a healthy weight before conception, if overweight or obese, which significantly reduces GDM risk.
  • Sustainable weight management techniques integrated into a holistic health plan.

• Early Screening and Risk Assessment:
  • Thorough pre-conception and early pregnancy risk assessment to identify individuals who would benefit most from proactive lifestyle interventions.
  • Close monitoring of glucose levels as pregnancy progresses.

• Stress Management Techniques:
  • Guidance on mindfulness, relaxation techniques, and adequate sleep to manage stress, which can impact glucose metabolism.

• Patient Education and Empowerment:
  • Comprehensive education on the importance of healthy habits for both maternal and fetal well-being.
  • Understanding the link between lifestyle and blood sugar regulation.

Empowering a Healthier Pregnancy Journey in Kochi

Preventing gestational diabetes is a powerful step towards a healthier pregnancy and a healthier future for both mother and child. At LCC Hospital in Kochi, our CSLC CAP (Clinically Supported Lifestyle Correction – Based on Dr. Jolly Thomson’s Approach) program offers the expert guidance, evidence-based strategies, and compassionate support to significantly reduce your risk. Talk to doctor about how our CSLC CAP approach can empower your pregnancy journey.