I'd have to agree with others here - 6 months of lower A1cs sounds good to make sure Mum's body can cope with pregnancy. A1cs in the 5s are generally recommended before getting pregnant - you can achieve that by learning about the insulins, making sure the basal insulin is correct, testing a LOT, and not having high carb meals (so that the insulin can keep up with the food rather than chasing it down). It's so worth it - it's only 9 months (tho it does teach great habits and she may find she prefers to stick with this plan!).
Sounds like this woman could be in for a shock after having A1cs in the 9s... but she can do it, and she'll feel SO much better when she does. Not to mention avoiding the long term grizzly complications, and of course, a much happier baby & easier pregnancy 
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