If she got red or white streaks on her belly, you might too. A good diet can also make for an easier pregnancy. Ask her about diabetes. If Mom had high blood-sugar levels during pregnancy, you might have the same problem too. Diabetes during pregnancy signals an increased tendency for diabetes as we get older.
Exercise is also excellent.
Ask her about thyroid disease. Women tend to develop slower thyroids as they age. If Mom's is slow, chances are yours will be too. A simple test can diagnose slowing thyroids, and medication can solve the problem in weeks. Ask her about cancer.