Protein Drinks During Labor for Better Blood Sugar Control
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether drinking a high-protein supplement during labor helps pregnant people with gestational diabetes or Type 2 diabetes keep their blood sugar stable. Stable blood sugar during labor may improve outcomes for both mother and baby.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are carrying one baby (not twins or multiples)
- You are at least 37 weeks pregnant and scheduled to be induced into labor
- You have gestational diabetes controlled with insulin OR Type 2 diabetes managed with insulin during your pregnancy
- You can eat and drink normally (no medical reason to have an empty stomach)
- You are not allergic to high-protein supplements or continuous glucose monitors (devices that stick to your skin to measure blood sugar)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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