When a woman with diabetes is expecting, her blood sugar levels can change rapidly. She may experience the common symptoms of those who do not know they have diabetes or the symptoms she usually has may get worse. If the blood sugar levels are not controlled this could lead to a miscarriage. Wayward sugar levels may also lead to high blood pressure during pregnancy which could put the baby in risk of being born prematurely and put the expectant mother in risk of having seizures or a stroke during labor. Another risk to a pregnant woman with uncontrolled diabetes is that her baby may grow too large. This will lead to much discomfort for the woman in the last few months of pregnancy and can lead to complications during the birth. If a woman with diabetes is planning to get pregnant or is pregnant the best thing for both the mother and the baby is careful planning. Regular visits to the doctor, as well as a meal plan and exercise routine are the best way to make sure the baby will be safe and to spot any problems as soon as possible.