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Pregnancy is a whirlwind of changes in your body. And being diagnosed with gestational diabetes is one more change that can be scary, confusing and overwhelming—but we’ve got you!Each recipe in this roundup is diabetes-friendly, with a focus on complex carbs, like whole grains, and heart-healthy levels of saturated fat and sodium. Plus, every serving is a good source of calcium, iron or folic acid, so you can get the nutrients you need fora healthy pregnancy.While your medical team should always be the first resource when it comes to treatinggestational diabetes, these healthy morning meals can help you manage your blood sugar levels and stay nourished. Recipes like our Chai Chia Pudding and Callaloo Frittata are tasty ways to start each day.
Pregnancy is a whirlwind of changes in your body. And being diagnosed with gestational diabetes is one more change that can be scary, confusing and overwhelming—but we’ve got you!
Each recipe in this roundup is diabetes-friendly, with a focus on complex carbs, like whole grains, and heart-healthy levels of saturated fat and sodium. Plus, every serving is a good source of calcium, iron or folic acid, so you can get the nutrients you need fora healthy pregnancy.
While your medical team should always be the first resource when it comes to treatinggestational diabetes, these healthy morning meals can help you manage your blood sugar levels and stay nourished. Recipes like our Chai Chia Pudding and Callaloo Frittata are tasty ways to start each day.
01of 13Cocoa-Chia Pudding with RaspberriesView RecipeHave chocolate for breakfast with this unbelievably healthy chia pudding recipe. The deep chocolaty flavor pairs perfectly with juicy raspberries for a fun switch-up from oatmeal for your morning routine.
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Cocoa-Chia Pudding with Raspberries
View Recipe
Have chocolate for breakfast with this unbelievably healthy chia pudding recipe. The deep chocolaty flavor pairs perfectly with juicy raspberries for a fun switch-up from oatmeal for your morning routine.
02of 13Berry-Almond Smoothie BowlView RecipeA little frozen banana gives a creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl. Not a banana fan? Swap it out for half of a ripe avocado for an equally silky smooth texture—and added healthy fat and fiber.
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Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl
A little frozen banana gives a creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl. Not a banana fan? Swap it out for half of a ripe avocado for an equally silky smooth texture—and added healthy fat and fiber.
03of 13Breakfast TostadaView RecipeAli RedmondThis easy and satisfying Mexican-inspired breakfast recipe brings lots of flavor to your plate. Using a mix of fresh and store-bought ingredients, breakfast is on the table in 20 minutes.
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Breakfast Tostada
Ali Redmond
This easy and satisfying Mexican-inspired breakfast recipe brings lots of flavor to your plate. Using a mix of fresh and store-bought ingredients, breakfast is on the table in 20 minutes.
04of 13Chai Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. This healthy breakfast recipe has all the warm, spicy flavors of chai topped with creamy bananas and crunchy pistachios for added flavor and texture.
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Chai Chia Pudding
Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. This healthy breakfast recipe has all the warm, spicy flavors of chai topped with creamy bananas and crunchy pistachios for added flavor and texture.
05of 13Mango-Almond Smoothie BowlView RecipeFor this healthy smoothie bowl recipe, be sure to use frozen fruit (not fresh) to keep the texture thick, creamy and frosty.
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Mango-Almond Smoothie Bowl
For this healthy smoothie bowl recipe, be sure to use frozen fruit (not fresh) to keep the texture thick, creamy and frosty.
06of 13Cherry-Chocolate Chip Granola BarsView RecipeSkip the granola bar options at the grocery store—they’re easy to make at home! You can vary the add-ins to your taste, swapping 2 cups of any combination of small (or chopped) dried fruit, nuts and/or seeds for the chocolate, cherries and coconut in this version. We tested several sticky sweeteners, including maple syrup and honey, but found brown rice syrup held the bars together the best.
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Cherry-Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Skip the granola bar options at the grocery store—they’re easy to make at home! You can vary the add-ins to your taste, swapping 2 cups of any combination of small (or chopped) dried fruit, nuts and/or seeds for the chocolate, cherries and coconut in this version. We tested several sticky sweeteners, including maple syrup and honey, but found brown rice syrup held the bars together the best.
07of 13Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde VinaigretteView RecipeSalad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.
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Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette
Salad for breakfast? Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. We love how this meal gives you 3 whole cups of vegetables to start your day.
08of 13Vanilla-Cranberry Overnight OatmealView RecipeOvernight oats can simplify your morning routine while still providing a hearty, nutritious breakfast. You can prepare this in a 2-cup Mason jar or other to-go container if you usually transport your breakfast.
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Vanilla-Cranberry Overnight Oatmeal
Overnight oats can simplify your morning routine while still providing a hearty, nutritious breakfast. You can prepare this in a 2-cup Mason jar or other to-go container if you usually transport your breakfast.
09of 13Blueberry Almond Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats—combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with juicy blueberries and crunchy almonds and dig in!
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Blueberry Almond Chia Pudding
Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats—combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with juicy blueberries and crunchy almonds and dig in!
10of 13Southwest Breakfast QuesadillaView RecipePico de gallo and cheesy eggs make this quick breakfast flavorful and satisfying.
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Southwest Breakfast Quesadilla
Pico de gallo and cheesy eggs make this quick breakfast flavorful and satisfying.
11of 13Baked Blueberry & Banana-Nut Oatmeal CupsJamie VespaView RecipeMuffins meet oatmeal in these moist and tasty grab-and-go oatmeal cups. The nutty flavor of the pecans and the sweetness from fresh blueberries and banana make for an extra-tasty snack or breakfast. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your fridge or freezer for quick and easy breakfasts all week. Reheat in the microwave for about 40 seconds. For extra protein, add a swipe of nut butter on top when ready to eat.
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Baked Blueberry & Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cups
Jamie Vespa
Muffins meet oatmeal in these moist and tasty grab-and-go oatmeal cups. The nutty flavor of the pecans and the sweetness from fresh blueberries and banana make for an extra-tasty snack or breakfast. Make a batch on the weekend and keep them in your fridge or freezer for quick and easy breakfasts all week. Reheat in the microwave for about 40 seconds. For extra protein, add a swipe of nut butter on top when ready to eat.
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Farro, Almond & Blueberry Breakfast Cereal
13of 13Peanut Butter & Chia Berry Jam English MuffinView RecipeThe addition of chia seeds in the quick “jam” topping adds heart-healthy omega-3s and fiber to this healthy breakfast recipe.
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Peanut Butter & Chia Berry Jam English Muffin
The addition of chia seeds in the quick “jam” topping adds heart-healthy omega-3s and fiber to this healthy breakfast recipe.
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