Publication Date: 1/6/2010
Section 1: Introduction
What is Gestational Diabetes?
Why Didn't I have Gestational Diabetes Before?
Section 2: Will Gestational Diabetes Hurt My Baby?
Will Gestational Diabetes Affect My Labor or Delivery?
Will I have Diabetes After I Have My Baby?
Section 3: What should I do if I have Gestational Diabetes?
- Know your blood sugar level and keep it under control
- Eat a healthy diet,as outlined by your health care provider
- Get regular, moderate physical activity
- Maintain a healthy weight gain
- Keep daily records of your diet, physical activity, and glucose level
Your health care provider might also tell you to: - Test your urine for ketones if needed
- Have your blood pressure checked as indicated
Section 4: What should I do After My Baby is Born?
How Can I Tell if I'm Likely to Develop Diabetes in the Future?
Plan your Next Pregnancy.
You Can Control Gestational Diabetes.
Where can I go for More Information
Section 5: Appendices (PDF file) [PDF help]
From the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
July 2004
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/gdm/gdm.htm
