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The main risk is a baby that gains too much weight in the womb. When your body is not processing sugar regularly (due to insulin resistance) that sugar enters the bloodstream supplied to the baby. The baby can then pack on the pounds. This is why it is important to maintain a healthy, low-carb, low-sugar diet if you are diagnosed with gestational Diabetes. Your doctor will monitor your baby's weight closely to determine if you need to deliver early or have a c-section. Some babies are too big to make a vaginal delivery safely.
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What is diabetes of pregnancy called?
gestational diabetes is what it's called
What are the gestational diabetes diet for?
The gestational diabetes diet if for pregnant patients that are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. If you have gestational diabetes, your obstetrician will generally direct you with a nutritionist who will educate you on the proper diet for your condition.
Can you have gestational diabetes with every pregnancy?
If having diabetes in pregnancy, then the chances of having gestational diabetes in the next pregnancy is high as compared to other without gestational diabetes.But many who had gestational diabetes in one pregnancy had give up baby without gestational diabetes in their next pregnancy.
What are the signs of gestational diabetes?
Symptoms of gestational diabetes are hard to pinpoint, especially because pregnancy itself can be so full of symptoms. Some gestational diabetes symptoms include fatigue, thirst, freqent urination and possibly yeast infections.
What kind of food does a gestational diabetes diet include?
Some foods that are eaten on the gestational diabetes diet include foods high in fiber such as whole-grain breads, cereals, pasta, rice, fruits, and vegetables. To find out all the steps you should take in a gestational diabetes diet go to http://www.diabeticmommy.com/34-gestational-diabetes-diet.html
What is gestational diabetes mellitus?
Gestational diabetes mellitus is a form of diabetes that occurs when a woman is pregnant. It often goes away after birth.
What are effective gestational diabetes recipes?
You can find recipes for a gestational diabetes diet at http://www.sugrnspice.com/2010/07/20/gestational-diabeties-diet-gd-diet.html. You can also try http://www.diabeticmommy.com/articles.html#recipesfoodanddiet. There is a sample menu available at http://pregnancy.emedtv.com/gestational-diabetes/gestational-diabetes-sample-menu.html
How do you distinguish between general diabetes and gestational diabetes?
Gestational diabetes is only found in pregnant women. However, general diabetes is not due to pregnancy. Only women are able to get gestational diabetes. http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/203/main.html
What are some symptoms of gestational diabetes?
If caught early gestational diabetes is a condition pregnant moms can control so they have a healthy baby. Here are some common symptoms. http://www.bupa.co.uk/individuals/health-information/directory/d/diabetes-in-pregnancy
Can gestational diabetes show up if you were an undiagnosed type 1 diabetic?
Yes. Gestational diabetes is more common in those with a history of diabetes or a genetic propensity for diabetes. Gestational diabetes is diagnosed between week 24-28 after the glucose screening test.
In what trimester is a pregnant lady tested for gestational diabetes?
A pregnant lady is tested for Gestational Diabetes in the third trimester.
Does gestational diabetes return?
Women with gestational diabetes are at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes after pregnancy. It is also common for gestational diabetes to occur in subsequent pregnancies. As always, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise plan can combat this risk.
