Text Your Birth BestieDo you have your gestational diabetes screening coming up? (Usually around 24-28 weeks!)In this episode, we’ll talk about:Why you should even care about if you have gestational diabetes…What to anticipate your doctor will recommend for testing and how to choose if it’s right for you…Tips to make the glucose test tolerable if you choose it… (remember nothing is mandatory!)Testing alternatives like The Fresh Test, instead of the Glucola drink and why you should question this option…The gestational diabetes test doesn't have to be stressful! Explore your options, whether it's the traditional approach or alternatives like The Fresh Test, because you have the right to make informed decisions that suit your unique needs and preferences!>>FREE RESOURCE: Download my free 35-page eBook, A Guide To The Autonomous Hospital Birth You Deserve - by clicking here. Know your rights, make informed choices, and celebrate your dream birth!ReferencesThe Fresh Test--natural glucose beverage alternativeFollow Leslee Flannery on Instagram @gestational.diabetes.nutritionTHANK YOU FOR LISTENING!Follow me on Instagram @bethconnors_cnmVisit my website: bethconnors.com>> JOIN THE WAITLIST for updates on my newest ‘Your Birth Bestie Pregnancy and Beyond Text Support’ program!>>FREE RESOURCE: Download ‘15 Hidden Hospital Birth Choices Every Pregnant Mom Should Know’ - by clicking here!From your first appointment to your last, know your choices and take control of your experience every step of the way!If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor 🌸 Connect with BethWebsite - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie 👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.

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