Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy

Postprandial Walks for Glucose Control in Type 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effect of physical activity on glucose control in pregnant patients with pregestational Type 2 diabetes. The main question it seeks to answer is "will physical activity following a meal improve blood sugar control in pregnant women with Type 2 diabetes?" Researchers will compare the glucose control of two groups: one that walks for 20 minutes after each meal, and one that does not.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Singleton gestation
• Known diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes OR meets new diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes in the first trimester (up to 13 weeks and 6 days)
• Age ≥18 and <50 years
• Gestational age <32 weeks 0 days gestation

Exclusion Criteria:

• Non-English as the primary language
• Inability to participate in 20 minutes of walking at a time
• Known or suspected fetal anomaly or aneuploidy
• Prisoners
• Management of diabetes outside of study location