It is important that the health professional obtains a detailed clinical history establishing the woman’s current understanding of her condition, medication history, and the presence and extent of any diabetes-related complications including neuropathy, nephropathy and retinopathy. Additionally, information should be sought about general diabetic control and monitoring, identification and management of hypoglycaemic episodes, admissions to hospital and any other comorbidities.
Health professionals should discuss all possible maternal and fetal complications and risks related to pregnancy and delivery. Good communication is needed to emphasise the relationship between adverse perinatal outcomes and the degree of maternal glycaemic control.