Sleep disorders are increasingly recognized as a significant factor influencing glucose metabolism and pregnancy outcomes in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). GDM, prevalent in approximately 14% of pregnancies globally, poses risks of various complications for both mothers and their offspring, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, and psychological issues. Changes in sleep patterns during pregnancy, exacerbated by physiological, psychological, and environmental factors, may hinder glucose homeostasis.

Prevalence of Sleep Issues in Pregnant Women

Recently published Qualitative research indicates that about 44% of pregnant women in China experience sleep disorders, a prevalence echoed in other diverse populations where half continue to suffer from such disorders even pos

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