Did you know that having gestational diabetes puts you at a significantly higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes later in life? In this episode, we dive deep into the science behind this connection and explore why your GDM diagnosis is actually an early warning system your body is giving you.

As a diabetes educator who's witnessed firsthand how GDM affects families—including my own sister who experienced it twice—I'm passionate about helping women understand this risk isn't a life sentence. It's an opportunity to take control of your health future.

You'll discover:

• The biological mechanisms that link GDM to future diabetes risk
• Why some women are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes
• Real hope for preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes onset

This journey doesn't have to feel overwhelming or isolating. Join our supportive community of women navigating life after GDM, where we share evidence-based strategies, celebrate wins, and support each other through the challenges.

Ready to take charge of your healthy future? Join our private Facebook group 'Healthy Futures After Gestational Diabetes for ongoing support, resources, and connection with other women who truly understand your journey.

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Hello and welcome to the very first episode of Healthy Futures After GDM! I'm absolutely thrilled you've joined me today.

My name is Jaimee, and I'm speaking to you as someone who truly understands the daily reality of living with diabetes. As a person with type 1 diabetes, I know firsthand the challenges, the victories, and everything in between that comes with managing this condition. This personal experience, combined with my professional expertise as a credentialled diabetes educator here in Australia, gives me a unique perspective that I'm excited to share with you.

If you've had gestational diabetes, you're not alone in wondering what comes next. My sister has navigated GDM very recently twice now. The statistics can feel overwhelming – we know that having GDM significantly increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, and it also raises the risk for your children. But here's what I want you to know: knowledge is power, and there are real, practical steps we can take to change these outcomes.

What sets my approach apart is my experience and focus on use of continuous glucose monitoring – or CGM technology. These incredible devices have changed how we can understand and manage blood sugar patterns, not just for people already living with diabetes, but as a powerful prevention tool. I'll be sharing how CGM can give you insights into your body that traditional testing simply can't provide.

My mission is simple: to help women who've experienced gestational diabetes – and their families – delay, or ideally, prevent the progression to type 2 diabetes. Together, we'll explore evidence-based strategies, hear inspiring success stories, and build a supportive community where you never have to navigate this journey alone.

Speaking of community, I'd love to invite you to join our private Facebook group, where we continue these conversations, share resources, and support each other between episodes. You'll find the link below:

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Whether you're newly postpartum, years past your GDM diagnosis, or supporting someone who's been through this experience, this podcast is for you. Let's create healthy futures together – one episode, one insight, and one success story at a time.

Thank you for being here, and let's dive in!