Diabetes and pregnancy

[lgvincent]

I heard a story on the news earlier this week that said women with diabetes should take folic acid before becoming pregnant and up until the 12th(?) week of the pregnancy in order to reduce chances of complications to the fetus. Has anyone else heard anything about this?

[parrotletzoo]

All women that are trying to get pregnant should take folic acid. It helps reduce risks of some birth defects like spina bifida. It is also important to have your bs under tight control for a few months prior to conception and during pregnancy.

[Cinnabon]

I agree, all women preg or wanting to become preg, should take folic. I did

[notme]

Prenatal vitamins contain folic acid. I have heard that report many times and always did during pregnancy.

[Georgia]

Yes, they should take a higher dose of folic acid, here in the UK it is 5mg (as opposed to 400mcg for non-diabetic women).