Cheryl Alkon is a writer focused on medicine, health, parenting, business, and more.

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My work has appeared in national, regional, and online publications of all kinds and I’ve written brand content for several leading companies. My book, Balancing Pregnancy With Pre-Existing Diabetes: Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby, is the insider’s guide to getting and staying pregnant while living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

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Cheryl Alkon

Thinking about having a baby but worried about your type 1 or type 2 diabetes? There's reason for concern: uncontrolled diabetes can lead to health complications for both women and their children. But keeping a tight rein on your blood sugars before and during pregnancy can help reduce if not eliminate the risks. Balancing Pregnancy with Pre-Existing Diabetes explains exactly how to have the healthiest pregnancy possible while balancing the rigors of insulin, diet, exercise, and blood sugar control that are the foundation of diabetes management.

Author Cheryl Alkon has lived with type 1 diabetes for several decades, and brings a wealth of understanding to the subject. Including the insights of more than 50 women with diabetes and leading medical experts, as well as the latest scientific research, Balancing Pregnancy with Pre-Existing Diabetes covers:

  • Finding the right doctor
  • Pre-pregnancy planning
  • The first, second, and third trimesters
  • Labor and delivery
  • Managing your health needs with those of your child
  • Infertility and pregnancy loss

With this myth-busting resource, you'll be armed with the essential information, hope, and inspiration you need for a healthy pregnancy.

“Cheryl has been a longtime writer for the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Quest Magazine. She often writes feature articles that require quite a bit of reporting and research, and she always produces thoughtful, informative pieces that speak to Quest’s audience.

As an editor, I appreciate working with Cheryl because she can take an assignment and run with it, then turn it in on time.”

~ Amy Bernstein, Senior Manager Editor, GLC, publisher of Quest Magazine