I had gestational diabetes twice so I know when it comes to finding easy gestational diabetes breakfasts, it can be hard.
Especially when so many easy breakfasts are packed with carbs and sugar.
But, if you look on the right places you will find there are plenty of healthy gestational diabetes safe breakfast options to choose from.
Below you’ll find the best low sugar, low carb breakfast ideas for gestational diabetes to fuel you and keep baby safe throughout the rest of your pregnancy.
Low Carb Breakfast Casserole
This easy breakfast casserole from That Low Carb Life is packed with eggs, sausage, bacon, cheese, bell peppers, and onions for a filling, protein-packed breakfast.
With just 2 grams of carbohydrates per serving, it’s a great low-carb option to consider for a gestational diabetes breakfast, and you can make it ahead of time for easy mornings throughout the week.
Gestational Diabetes Safe Donuts
You may be able to get away with donuts for breakfast with this low carb donut recipe.
A combination of coconut and almond flour come together to make these only 4 carbs per serving.
Low Carb Breakfast Parfait
Nothing hits the spot like a breakfast parfait and they can still be on your gestational diabetes menu when you swap out granola for nuts.
Whole Grain Avocado Toast
When it comes to gestational diabetes breakfast, whole grain toast is always better than white.
This avocado toast recipe packs a nutrition punch to fuel you and keep both you and baby safe from blood sugar spikes.
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
Keep your blood sugar in check with this high protein, nutrient dense, cottage cheese breakfast bowl.
Just a few ingredients come together to make this easy healthy gestational diabetes breakfast.
Low Carb Breakfast Burritos
Thank the good Lord for low carb tortillas because giving up breakfast burritos would feel like a crime.
This breakfast burrito recipe is low carb and delicious.
Sugar Free Chia Pudding
This sugar free chia pudding makes a perfect low carb gestational diabetes breakfast.
It’s healthy, filling and so easy to make.
Easy Breakfast Egg Muffins
These breakfast egg muffins are so convenient and easy to make.
Which is exactly the kind of gestational diabetes breakfast idea you need.
Low Carb Almond Flour Pancakes
Satisfy those pregnancy cravings safety with this light and fluffy almond flour pancake recipe.
Top with a few berries and zero sugar syrup.
Keto Bagels
When you have gestational diabetes it’s hard to imagine you won’t have to give up bread, but when you swap wheat flour for almond flour it’s totally possible.
This keto bagel recipe is easy and delicious.
Breakfast Stuffed Pepper
These breakfast stuffed peppers are a savory gestational diabetes breakfast with fluffy eggs, melted cheese and crisp bacon.
Keto French Toast
Swap regular bread for keto and you have yourself some low carb French toast you don’t have to feel guilty about.
It doesn’t get easier or more delicious than that.
Keto Breakfast Sandwich
If you’re looking for an easy gestational diabetes breakfast that is packed with protein and low in carbs then you need to try this keto breakfast sandwich.
Diabetic Overnight Oats
These diabetic overnight oats are a version of the classic overnight oat, but this one shouldn’t spike your sugar.
This recipe boost your protein, healthy fats, and helps you cut down on the carbs.
Keto Blueberry Muffin
Nothing says breakfast like a warm blueberry muffin with a slab of melted butter right?
This keto blueberry muffin recipe is perfect for gestational diabetes because it uses almond flour, making it very low carb.
Final Thoughts
Try not to stress over your gestational diabetes diagnosis. I know from experience that stress doesn’t help.
When it comes to finding low carb gestational diabetes meals, there are still plenty to choose from.
Track your carbs, work with your doctor, and enjoy the rest of your pregnancy.
