Diabetes in pregnancy
Supporting you at every stage
Growing a tiny human can be exhausting. But thanks to our continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, your diabetes management doesn’t need to be. We’re proud to be trusted to look after parents with diabetes every step of the way.
Most importantly, you can go into pregnancy with the confidence that you’re doing the very best for you and your baby.
Taking care of your diabetes is even more important in pregnancy. Managing glucose levels is essential during pregnancy, especially as hormonal changes can make it more challenging.
"But, once I got the hang of it, I found it liberating. I think it's that release of that stress and worry, knowing that actually you can see what your glucose is doing."
Sonia, Dexcom Sponsored Spokesperson
By your side, every step of the way
Managing diabetes during pregnancy is a significant task. Whether you have just been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, or you were diagnosed before becoming pregnant, Dexcom is ready to support you.
Planning and conception
Before you conceive, it’s important to aim for HbA1c below 48 mmol/mol (6.5%).2
no finger pricks*
With continuous readings straight to your smart device,† you don’t have to remember to finger prick.*
1st Trimester
During pregnancy, especially in the first trimester (the initial 12 weeks), it’s important to be aware of low blood glucose levels (hypoglycemia). The usual symptoms of hypoglycaemia (such as dizziness, irritability, and headache) may all be less noticeable than before – meaning you will need to take extra steps to prevent levels from remaining too low.
customisable alerts that fit to you
All our systems offer customisable alerts designed to warn you when your glucose is going high or low – for the unpredictable changes that pregnancy can bring. They work 24/7 too – helping you to stay in range longer and get a good night’s sleep when you need it most.
urgent low soon alert
Our predictive ‘Urgent Low Soon’ alert warns you up to 20 minutes before a serious low – giving you time to take action to avoid it.
2nd and 3rd Trimester
Around the 12th week of pregnancy, it’s important to maintain good glucose levels to ensure the baby receives enough energy for proper growth and development.
share data with loved ones
Dexcom CGM systems let you share your readings and alerts with up to 10 people using the Dexcom Follow app§ – giving your partner and loved ones the opportunity to support you.
keep your care team informed
The Dexcom Clarity app helps make managing your diabetes data simple. It also helps keep your pregnancy care team informed allowing for better support and adjustments to your treatment plan as needed.
Birth and beyond
Once your baby is born, post-pregnancy hormones will likely continue to affect your glucose levels making it essential to manage it effectively. Some parents with diabetes may be taking two or three times as much insulin as they did at the start of their pregnancy to compensate for high blood sugar.
simplicity and flexibility when you need it most
When you use your CGM, you can focus more on caring for your baby, and less on checking your glucose levels.
Meet the Dexcom CGM Systems
Dexcom G6
Best for people with type 1 diabetes who may need extra support, such as people who are hypo unaware or pregnant, and those that want connectivity with insulin delivery systems and health or lifestyle apps.
• Small sensor
• Dexcom Follow§
• More alerts
• Fast warm up - 2 hours
• Connects with a range of insulin
• delivery systems and lifestyle apps
£51.25 ex VAT (10 day sensor)
Dexcom G7
Best for people with type 1 diabetes who may need extra support and convenience, such as people who are hypo unaware or pregnant, and those that want connectivity with insulin delivery systems, health or lifestyle apps and Apple Watch.‡
• Dexcom Follow§
• Suite of alerts
• Faster warm up - 30 minutes
• Connects directly to Apple Watch‡
• Connects with Tandem t:slim X2 insulin pump and lifestyle apps
£51.25 ex VAT (10 day sensor)
Dexcom ONE+
Best for people with type 2 and gestational diabetes who are looking for an easy CGM and extra support during pregnancy.
• Our smallest1, || sensor along with Dexcom G7
• Dexcom Follow§
• Faster warm up - 30 minutes
£35 ex VAT (10 day sensor)
Listen to Clare and Mylee’s story on how having a Dexcom powered Hybrid Closed Loop System impacted their lives
Dexcom Hybrid Closed Loop Systems Explained
You could be eligible for HCL on the NHS
NICE (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) have guidelines on funding CGM for people living with type 1 diabetes and some people living with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes.
Your diabetes healthcare team will have their own local policy in line with NICE guidelines.2
Why not ask at your next appointment what this could mean for you?
More recently, hybrid closed loop (HCL) systems have also been made available for reimbursement for many people with type 1 diabetes.3 Learn more about HCL systems and what NICE recommendations could mean for you below.
More recently, hybrid closed loop (HCL) systems have also been made available for reimbursement for many people with type 1 diabetes.3 Learn more about HCL systems and what NICE recommendations could mean for you below.
Want to find out more and try a Dexcom CGM?
Request a free Dexcom ONE+ sample here or click on the request form button below to speak to our team if you’d like to try Dexcom G6 or Dexcom G7 for free.
References:
*If glucose alerts or readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
†Smart devices sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility
‡Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with an Apple Watch. Dexcom G7 users must continuously have their smartphone within 20 feet / 6 meters to utilise the Share/Follow features. Apple Watch is not capable of Share/Follow
§Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Dexcom Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom app or receiver before making treatment decisions.
||Study used with Dexcom G7, which uses the same algorithm and hardware as Dexcom ONE+
*If glucose alerts or readings do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
†Smart devices sold separately. For a list of compatible smart devices, visit dexcom.com/compatibility
‡Compatible smartphone is required to pair a new Dexcom G7 sensor with an Apple Watch. Dexcom G7 users must continuously have their smartphone within 20 feet / 6 meters to utilise the Share/Follow features. Apple Watch is not capable of Share/Follow
§Internet connectivity required for data sharing. Following requires the use of the Dexcom Follow App. Followers should always confirm readings on the Dexcom app or receiver before making treatment decisions.
||Study used with Dexcom G7, which uses the same algorithm and hardware as Dexcom ONE+
1.Garg SK, et al. Accuracy and Safety of Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Adults with Diabetes. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2022;24(6):373-380.
2.NICE. Diabetes in pregnancy: management from preconception to the postnatal period. NICE guideline [NG3]. Accessed December, 2020 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng3/chapter/Recommendations#blood-glucose-and-plasma-glucose
3.NICE. Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. Technology appraisal guidance TA943. Accessed December, 2023 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta943.
2.NICE. Diabetes in pregnancy: management from preconception to the postnatal period. NICE guideline [NG3]. Accessed December, 2020 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng3/chapter/Recommendations#blood-glucose-and-plasma-glucose
3.NICE. Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. Technology appraisal guidance TA943. Accessed December, 2023 https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta943.
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