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Real-time insights, personalized nutrition & compassionate care for a healthier pregnancy.

08/12/2025

Did You Know? Stress Can Impact Your Blood Sugar, Even without Eating.

When you’re stressed (hello, holiday pressures!), your body releases hormones like cortisol that can make your cells more resistant to insulin. This means high stress = harder blood sugar control.

The best gift you can give yourself this season is calm. Try the '4-7-8 Breath' right now: Inhale for 4, Hold for 7, Exhale slowly for 8. Repeat 3 times.

Need consistent tools to find your center?
Ready to lower stress and stay balanced? Find your Zen with our app—link in bio.

03/12/2025

Is your holiday wish list 'Less Stress, More Joy'? ✨ We hear you.

The holidays bring so much to celebrate, but they can also bring social pressure, endless tempting buffets, and worry about keeping your blood sugar steady. You don't have to navigate it alone. ZenZen is your knowledgeable friend, available 24/7 in your pocket. From gentle guidance on handling well-meaning relatives to a calming breathwork session before that big party—we're here to help you find your peace. Focus on enjoying this special time, not just managing it.

Ready for a calmer holiday season? Tap the link in bio to download ZenZen today.

01/12/2025

Holiday Baking Is Coming! 🎄 The Sweeteners That Are 100% GDM-Friendly

November is ending, and the holidays are starting! If you’re managing GDM, you don’t have to miss out on sweet treats. We’re giving you the green light on the two best, safest sweeteners for you and baby. Sweeten safely!

The Best Choices: Your two best friends for GDM and pregnancy are Stevia and Erythritol. They are the safest non-absorbable sweeteners available. This means you get the taste without the blood sugar spike!

Non-Absorbable = No Count: Stevia and Erythritol are not counted as carbs in your daily totals because your body doesn't absorb them. Use them to sweeten coffee, tea, and most of your holiday recipes without worry!

Tip: Always check the ingredient list when buying baking mixes or sugar-free chocolates—they often use a blend. Aim for products using only these two!

We are uploading new holiday recipes into the ZenZen app!
Share your favourite here in a comment and download the app for trying new ones!

12/11/2025

The blood sugar check shouldn't hurt! 🩸 Are you pricking your finger wrong?

This is one of the biggest small details missed in GDM education, and it makes all the difference in comfort and compliance. If you're constantly pricking the center pad of your finger, you're hitting the densest area of nerve endings. Ouch!

Here are the 3 Golden Rules for Pain-Free Pricking:

- The side of the fingertip has fewer nerve endings. It's the least painful spot.

- Avoid pricking your index finger and thumb, as they are your most sensitive and most used digits. Rotate through the sides of your ring and pinky fingers instead.

- Always wash your hands with warm water before testing. Warmth helps the blood flow, so you can set your lancet device to a shallower depth and still get enough blood!

Mastering this technique is a small win that makes a huge difference in your daily routine.

Did you know these tips?

We are launching our new educational cards in the app! Follow us for the details!

11/11/2025

Why Juices & Smoothies Cause Spikes.

If you’re seeing unexpected post-meal spikes, look at your liquids! When you drink calories, your body absorbs the carbs almost instantly because there's no solid food barrier. This is a common challenge with GDM.

Here’s the breakdown:

- Juice: Whether it’s fruit or vegetable (like carrot juice), it’s FAST. The crucial fiber is gone. Avoid.

- Smoothies: Blending them until smooth makes them FAST CH. You've done the work your stomach was supposed to do!

- The Solution: Eat whole veggies instead! Fiber is your best ally in slowing down carb absorption.

Pro Tip: If you enjoy cream soups, use full-fat cream! The fat helps slow the total carb load. Never use low-fat cooking cream, as it doesn't offer the fat content you need.

Save this post before your next kitchen session! What's your favorite whole veggie snack? 👇

31/10/2025

Stop feeling restricted! 🙌
These are the Slow-Absorbing Carbs you need to fill up on.

Managing GDM is all about choosing foods that work with your body, not against it. Slow-absorbing carbs are your secret to staying full, energized, and keeping those blood sugar lines flat.

Load Up Your Plate With These Allies:

ALL Vegetables: The more color, the better! Bonus: if a veggie has less than 5g of carbs per 100g, it's basically a free food.

Whole Grains: Oats, whole-grain flours, and oat bran. The fiber helps slow everything down!

Smart Starches: Switch to brown, basmati, or wild rice and durum pasta. They taste great and digest slower.

Legumes: Lentils, quinoa, bulgur, and millet are amazing sources of fiber and protein.

Bakery Tip: Only buy bread where the label confirms at least 70% of the flour is whole grain!

Which ally is your favorite? Tell us below! 👇

28/10/2025

Stop the Sugar Spikes! ✋
Your GDM "No-Go" List is here.

Going through pregnancy with gestational diabetes means becoming a detective about your food. This list is not meant to stress you out—it’s designed to help you quickly identify the highly refined foods that make your blood sugar challenge a lot harder.

The Golden Rule:
The less processed and refined an ingredient is, the better it is for you and your baby!

The Top 4 to Skip:

Refined Grains: Say goodbye to white rice and white flour products. They act like pure sugar once you eat them.

Sugar in ALL Forms: Yes, even honey and maple syrup! They are still fast-absorbing carbs that challenge your insulin response.

Highly Processed Foods: If it comes in a box with a long ingredient list, skip it. Stick to clean, whole ingredients.

Certain Fruits: Bananas, grapes, and dried fruits are best avoided because of their high fructose content. Opt for berries and green apples instead!

Double-tap if this was helpful! 💚

15/10/2025

Do you have question about breastfeeding?
Are you concerned about not producing enough milk for your baby?

Let’s get together today at 6 PM!
Drop a ❤️ to receive the link!

15/10/2025

Do you have questions about breastfeeding?
Are you concerned about not producing enough milk for your baby?

Let's get together today at 6 PM! Drop a ❤️ to receive the link!

14/10/2025

What are the hurdles and benefits of ?
Did you know it can regulate your levels?

Join us tomorrow at 6 PM (CET) with for a discussion!

Bring any question you might have - we are here to support!

You can find the link in the bio or drop a ❤️and to the link in a message!

See you tomorrow!

14/10/2025

What are the hurdles and benefits of breastfeeding?
Did you know it can help regulate your blood sugar levels?

Join us tomorrow at 6 PM (CET) for a discussion!

Bring any questions you might have—we're here to assist!
The link is available in the first comment!

30/09/2025

We know it is not always a fairytale.
For some, the first few days of breastfeeding after gestational diabetes come with extra hurdles. C-section recovery, low blood sugar in your baby, or slower start to can feel overwhelming.

Here is some things that can help:
👍🏼 Ask for skin-to-skin contact as soon as possible
👍🏼 Start hand-expressing
👍🏼 If supplementation is needed, keep breastfeeding

Join us and on 15th of October for a free webinar where we’ll share more practical tips to make your journey smoother!

Drop a ❤️ in the comments to get the registration link!

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