I didn't pass my blood stick last Wednesday for gestational diabetes. So I went back to the doctor yesterday for more tests. Three hours and four blood sticks later, they diagnosed me with gestational diabetes. 3-5% of pregnant women get this. Half of the women who develop this have no risk factors - which I didn't. No Dad, it is not caused by age :)
This can be controlled by diet and exercise. I have to start monitoring my sugar several times a day and watch my diet. I will see a nutrition counselor next week for a menu and then visit with her throughout the rest of my pregnancy. There shouldn't be any complications for labor and delivery, other than maybe a "larger" baby. I hope that doesn't happen! Here's a link if you are interested in reading more.
http://www.webmd.com/baby/guide/pregnancy-gestational-diabetes
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