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If you’ve had gestational diabetes and your fasting glucose is still creeping up, eating less may not be the answer. In this episode, I’m sharing what happened when I started cutting more food and carbs to control my blood sugar, why fasting glucose can stay high even when you barely eat, and one simple way to start looking for patterns instead of restricting more. If you’re 1–5 years postpartum after GDM, join me for my live 3-day Fix Your Blood Sugar Challenge starting October 13. We’ll go deeper into why fasting glucose rises and what to work on first. Join here: https://learn.functionalmom.com/fybchallenge If you had gestational diabetes and you're wondering what you should actually be doing now, this is where I'd start. My Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide will help you understand some of the overlooked pieces of blood sugar regulation beyond simply cutting carbohydrates. Get the FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide → https://learn.functionalmom.com/gdmrecovery-8915 If you loved today's episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode, and leave a review. It helps more moms find this show and learn how to support their blood sugar and metabolism after pregnancy. Connect With Me Contact: [email protected] Instagram: @functional_mom My go-to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset: Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE https://midwestredlighttherapy.com/ Use coupon code MOREIRA10 for a discount!

Had Gestational Diabetes? The 5 Things I’d Check After Pregnancy FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide: Download the Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide here → Free Blood sugar after GDM roadmap https://learn.functionalmom.com/gdmrecovery-8915 Ready to look deeper? Learn more about HTMA Testing: https://canva.link/uw1crjcx48wmtbvhttps://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7 If you had gestational diabetes and were told everything was fine after delivery, but now your fasting blood sugar is creeping up, your A1C is rising, or you've been told you're prediabetic, this episode is for you. I had gestational diabetes twice, and for a long time I thought it was simply a pregnancy problem that went away after I had my baby. It wasn't until my own fasting glucose started creeping up and my fasting insulin reached 15 that I realized there was a much bigger metabolic picture I hadn't been looking at. In today's episode, I'm sharing my story and the five things I would look at after gestational diabetes to better understand what your blood sugar may be trying to tell you. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why gestational diabetes can still matter years after pregnancy What my own journey from GDM to prediabetes taught me about postpartum blood sugar Why I look at fasting glucose and fasting insulin How mineral status can impact blood sugar and insulin signaling Why your circadian rhythm, stress, sleep, and light exposure matter for blood sugar The connection between gut health and metabolic health Why eating clean and cutting more carbs may not address the real reason your blood sugar is rising The five areas I'd personally investigate if I had gestational diabetes Start With My FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide If you had gestational diabetes and you're wondering what you should actually be doing now, this is where I'd start. My Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide will help you understand some of the overlooked pieces of blood sugar regulation beyond simply cutting carbohydrates. Get the FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide → https://learn.functionalmom.com/gdmrecovery-8915 Ready to Personalize Your Health? If you're eating healthy, taking supplements, and doing "all the right things" but your fasting glucose or A1C is still moving in the wrong direction, it may be time to stop guessing and look deeper. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) provides a personalized look at your mineral status and stress patterns so you can better understand what your body may need to support healthy blood sugar, energy, and metabolism. Learn More About HTMA Testing: https://canva.link/uw1crjcx48wmtbvhttps://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7 If you loved today's episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode, and leave a review. It helps more moms find this show and learn how to support their blood sugar and metabolism after pregnancy. Connect With Me Contact: [email protected] Instagram: @functional_mom My go-to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset: Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE https://midwestredlighttherapy.com/ Use coupon code MOREIRA10 for a discount!

Had Gestational Diabetes? The 5 Things I’d Check After Pregnancy FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide: Download the Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide here → Free Blood sugar after GDM roadmap https://learn.functionalmom.com/gdmrecovery-8915 Ready to look deeper? Learn more about HTMA Testing: https://canva.link/uw1crjcx48wmtbvhttps://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7 If you had gestational diabetes and were told everything was fine after delivery, but now your fasting blood sugar is creeping up, your A1C is rising, or you've been told you're prediabetic, this episode is for you. I had gestational diabetes twice, and for a long time I thought it was simply a pregnancy problem that went away after I had my baby. It wasn't until my own fasting glucose started creeping up and my fasting insulin reached 15 that I realized there was a much bigger metabolic picture I hadn't been looking at. In today's episode, I'm sharing my story and the five things I would look at after gestational diabetes to better understand what your blood sugar may be trying to tell you. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why gestational diabetes can still matter years after pregnancy What my own journey from GDM to prediabetes taught me about postpartum blood sugar Why I look at fasting glucose and fasting insulin How mineral status can impact blood sugar and insulin signaling Why your circadian rhythm, stress, sleep, and light exposure matter for blood sugar The connection between gut health and metabolic health Why eating clean and cutting more carbs may not address the real reason your blood sugar is rising The five areas I'd personally investigate if I had gestational diabetes Start With My FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide If you had gestational diabetes and you're wondering what you should actually be doing now, this is where I'd start. My Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide will help you understand some of the overlooked pieces of blood sugar regulation beyond simply cutting carbohydrates. Get the FREE Post-GDM Blood Sugar Guide → https://learn.functionalmom.com/gdmrecovery-8915 Ready to Personalize Your Health? If you're eating healthy, taking supplements, and doing "all the right things" but your fasting glucose or A1C is still moving in the wrong direction, it may be time to stop guessing and look deeper. Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) provides a personalized look at your mineral status and stress patterns so you can better understand what your body may need to support healthy blood sugar, energy, and metabolism. Learn More About HTMA Testing: https://canva.link/uw1crjcx48wmtbvhttps://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7 If you loved today's episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode, and leave a review. It helps more moms find this show and learn how to support their blood sugar and metabolism after pregnancy. Connect With Me Contact: [email protected] Instagram: @functional_mom My go-to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset: Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE https://midwestredlighttherapy.com/ Use coupon code MOREIRA10 for a discount!

Apply for HTMA Testing: https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7     Do carbohydrates leave you exhausted and foggy, or are they actually getting blamed for a deeper metabolic problem? In this episode, we're unpacking one of the biggest nutrition myths online. I'll explain why carbs aren't automatically the enemy, why your body may not be handling them well right now, and how simple changes to timing, movement, and morning sunlight can dramatically improve the way you feel after eating. If you've been afraid of carbs but still struggle with fatigue, cravings, or brain fog, this episode will help you work with your metabolism instead of against it. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why carbs aren't the real problem for most women What actually causes blood sugar crashes How sunlight influences your glucose metabolism The best time to eat carbohydrates for better energy Easy ways to reduce blood sugar spikes without eliminating carbs Apply for HTMA Testing: https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7   Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Join my hot new summer offer!  https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/bookings?p=6a47a00add25f9ce37546a89https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/bookings?p=6a2d998338346c0b4f6a2042 3 sessions with 8 weeks of text support to lower insulin, and 3X your energy by the end of summer!     In today's episode, we're breaking down what many women are never told after a gestational diabetes diagnosis and why your metabolic health still matters years later. I'll explain the long-term risks of insulin resistance, why "normal" blood sugar doesn't always mean your metabolism has recovered, and the simple daily habit that can help support healthier blood sugar regulation. If you've struggled with fatigue, stubborn weight, cravings, or brain fog since pregnancy, this episode is for you. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why gestational diabetes is more than a pregnancy condition The long-term risk of developing type 2 diabetes after GDM What your doctor may not have explained about insulin resistance Why normal labs don't always mean your metabolism is healthy One simple habit that can improve insulin sensitivity starting tomorrow Resources Mentioned: Morning sunlight and circadian rhythm Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) Ready to Stop Guessing? If you're tired of feeling exhausted, struggling with your weight, or wondering why your metabolism hasn't bounced back after pregnancy, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis can help uncover mineral imbalances and stress patterns that may be impacting your energy and blood sugar regulation. Apply for HTMA Testing: https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/forms?f=6a567c75ec1a8a91677e1ba7   Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Join my hot new summer offer!  https://saramoreirahealth.practicebetter.io/#/64c5b82b1a236079b30640a6/bookings?p=6a2d998338346c0b4f6a2042 3 sessions with 6 weeks of text support to lower insulin, and 3X your energy by the end of summer!     Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Minerals & Metabolism Group Program! Free Bonuses for a start date this June https://functionalmom.com/minerals-and-metabolism   Do you ever feel like you wake up with a relatively flat stomach, only to look six months pregnant by the end of the day? You're not alone. Bloating is one of the most common complaints I hear from moms, and despite how common it is, it's not something you should simply accept as normal. In today's episode, we're breaking down the most common reasons behind bloating and, more importantly, what you can do to start addressing it. While bloating can sometimes be linked to deeper gut issues, many women are surprised to discover that the root causes are often much simpler than they think.     Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Minerals & Metabolism Group Program! Free Bonuses for a start date this June https://functionalmom.com/minerals-and-metabolism   Have you ever spent the entire day trying to "be good" with food? Maybe you skipped breakfast, had a light lunch, drank coffee to curb your appetite, and told yourself you'd save your calories for dinner. Then dinner comes, and suddenly you don't care what the heck you eat. You eat more than you planned, reach for dessert, and find yourself standing in the pantry an hour later wondering what happened to your willpower. BECAUSE IT"S NOT WILLPOWER OR MINDSET that will stop you In this episode, we're diving into the hidden consequences of saving calories for dinner and why this common dieting strategy often backfires. You'll learn how restriction during the day can increase cravings, impact blood sugar balance, elevate stress hormones, and create an unhealthy relationship with food. We'll also discuss the psychology behind food scarcity and why your brain becomes more preoccupied with food when it believes nourishment is limited.     Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Apply for 1:1 coaching in my Metabolic Mastery Program  Now accepting applications for June! In this episode, we break down 3 foundational labs that help reveal what’s really driving postpartum symptoms like exhaustion, cravings, belly fat retention, anxiety, and feeling like your metabolism never fully recovered after pregnancy. Even when standard labs come back “normal,” these markers can uncover early metabolic dysfunction, stress load, and hormone signaling issues that often get missed in conventional testing.   Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Apply for 1:1 coaching in my Metabolic Mastery Program  Now accepting applications for June!   In this episode, we break down 3 foundational supplements that support postpartum recovery at the root level helping with energy production, hydration signaling, and digestive + metabolic function. These are not “quick fixes,” but SO helpful for the body regain capacity after pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, stress, and sleep deprivation.     Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Apply for 1:1 coaching in my Metabolic Mastery Program  Now accepting applications for June!   Most people are told insulin resistance and weight loss resistance are simply about eating fewer carbs, cutting calories, or exercising more. But for many women, especially postpartum or under chronic stress, the deeper issue is signaling dysfunction not effort. In this episode, we break down two of the most overlooked drivers of metabolic dysfunction that rarely get enough attention in mainstream conversations.     Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Apply for 1:1 coaching in my Metabolic Mastery Program  Now accepting applications for June! To be honest, with the wrong mindset it will feel impossible to lose weight and feel energized. It's not 100% about the protocols & supplements. Many of my clients have done protocols galore and are still in the same spot they were years ago.      Start Here ⬇️ Why You Can't Lose Weight No Matter What You Do as A Busy Mom Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Today is the LAST DAY! Hormone Chaos to Calm Challenge!!! Join Here! https://functionalmom.myflodesk.com/zlq834a7c8   In This Episode You’ll Hear: Why quick fixes don’t work in postpartum metabolism recovery The real reason supplements and “resets” only go so far Why it's not just NOT WORKING for you What survival mode actually does to blood sugar and energy Why consistency matters more than intensity What it really means to rebuild safety in your physiology Why healing often feels slower before it feels better The emotional cost of chasing faster solutions   Discover the 7 blood sugar mistakes you are making causing hormone chaos Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Hormone Chaos to Calm Challenge!!! Join Here! https://functionalmom.myflodesk.com/zlq834a7c8   What if the goal was never just eating less? In this episode, Sara breaks down why so many postpartum moms are stuck in cycles of: calorie counting restriction cravings food obsession exhaustion and constantly “starting over” …despite trying so hard to be healthy. You’ll learn why metabolic flexibility matters more than simply cutting calories and how blood sugar stability, insulin signaling, nourishment, nervous system regulation, and energy production all impact: cravings weight loss resistance emotional eating afternoon crashes mood swings and constant thoughts about food.   Discover the 7 blood sugar mistakes you are making causing hormone chaos Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!

Hormone Chaos to Calm Challenge!!! Join Here! https://functionalmom.myflodesk.com/zlq834a7c8   You’ve probably been told to “just drink more water.” But if you’re constantly thirsty, tired, bloated, or dealing with headaches even while drinking a lot you might not actually be hydrated. In this episode, I’m breaking down why hydration is about so much more than water and how you could actually be depleting yourself without realizing it.   Discover the 7 blood sugar mistakes you are making causing hormone chaos Contact - > [email protected] Instagram -＞@functional_mom Get my go to blue light blocking glasses for after sunset. Midwest Red Light Therapy – BE UNSTOPPABLE Use Coupon code: Moreira10 for a discount!