{"id":9456,"date":"2025-05-28T20:00:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T14:30:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/?p=9456"},"modified":"2025-05-28T20:00:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T14:30:09","slug":"gestational-diabetes-uncovered-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/gestational-diabetes-uncovered-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Gestational Diabetes Uncovered: What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Gestational diabetes is a condition in which blood sugar (glucose) levels increase during <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/preparing-for-pregnancy-a-comprehensive-guide\/\">pregnancy<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, usually developing in the second or third trimester and usually resolving after the baby is born.<\/p>\n<p>It occurs when the body is unable to produce enough insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar\u2014to meet the increased demands of pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p>If not managed properly, gestational diabetes can lead to health complications for both mother and baby during pregnancy and after delivery. However, early detection and effective treatment can reduce these risks to a great extent.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9466 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?resize=533%2C355&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Gestational Diabetes\" width=\"533\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?w=1750&amp;ssl=1 1750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/agamatrix-gestational-diabetes-treatment-1.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Who is at risk of gestational diabetes?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Any<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/preparing-for-pregnancy-a-comprehensive-guide\/\"> pregnant<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>woman can develop gestational diabetes, but certain factors can increase your risk. You&#8217;re more likely to have the condition if:<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;re over 40 years old<\/li>\n<li>Your body mass index (BMI) is over 30 \u2013 you can check this using the BMI healthy weight calculator<\/li>\n<li>you&#8217;ve previously given birth to a baby weighing 4.5 kilograms (10 pounds) or more<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;ve had gestational diabetes in a previous pregnancy<\/li>\n<li>Your parent or sibling has diabetes<\/li>\n<li>you&#8217;re of South Asian, Black, African-Caribbean, or Middle Eastern origin (even if you were born in the UK)<\/li>\n<li>You&#8217;ve had a gastric bypass or other weight-loss surgery<\/li>\n<li>If any of these risk factors apply to you, you should be offered a screening test for gestational diabetes during your pregnancy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"flex basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:24px] grow overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"relative h-full\">\n<div class=\"flex h-full flex-col overflow-y-auto [scrollbar-gutter:stable_both-edges] @[84rem]\/thread:pt-(--header-height)\">\n<div class=\"@thread-xl\/thread:pt-header-height mt-1.5 flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\">\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"06bf13cd-7c5c-4ec4-af03-a819418d95f3\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"36\">Symptoms of Gestational Diabetes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"38\" data-end=\"192\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gestational_diabetes\">Gestational diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/span> often doesn&#8217;t cause noticeable symptoms. In most cases, it&#8217;s detected through routine blood sugar testing during pregnancy screening.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"305\">However, if blood sugar levels become very high (a condition called hyperglycaemia), some women may experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"327\">Increased thirst<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"350\">Frequent urination<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"364\">Dry mouth<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"378\">Tiredness<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"397\">Blurred vision<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"437\">Genital itching or recurrent thrush<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9467 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2469982533.jpg.optimal.jpg?resize=545%2C409&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Gestational Diabetes\" width=\"545\" height=\"409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2469982533.jpg.optimal.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2469982533.jpg.optimal.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shutterstock_2469982533.jpg.optimal.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"667\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">It&#8217;s important to note that many of these symptoms are also common in pregnancy and don&#8217;t always indicate gestational diabetes. If you&#8217;re concerned about any symptoms, talk to your midwife or doctor for reassurance and guidance.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"54\">How Gestational Diabetes Can Affect Your Pregnancy<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"220\">Most women with gestational diabetes go on to have healthy pregnancies and babies. However, the condition can increase the risk of certain complications, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"369\"><strong data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"254\">A larger-than-average baby<\/strong> \u2013 This can make labour more difficult and raise the chances of needing an induced labour or a caesarean section.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"502\"><strong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"390\">Polyhydramnios<\/strong> \u2013 Excess amniotic fluid around the baby, which can lead to premature labour or complications during delivery.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"576\"><strong data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"524\">Premature birth<\/strong> \u2013 Going into labour before 37 weeks of pregnancy.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"712\"><strong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"596\">Pre-eclampsia<\/strong> \u2013 A condition causing high blood pressure during pregnancy, which can lead to serious complications if untreated.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"896\"><strong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"740\">Newborn health issues<\/strong> \u2013 Your baby may have low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) or develop jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) after birth, sometimes requiring hospital care.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"998\"><strong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"913\">Stillbirth<\/strong> \u2013 Though rare, there is a slightly increased risk of losing the baby before birth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1176\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Additionally, having gestational diabetes increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Regular monitoring and a healthy lifestyle can help reduce this risk.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1176\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9468 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6668-gestational-diabetes-01_1006x755.jpg?resize=487%2C365&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Gestational Diabetes\" width=\"487\" height=\"365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6668-gestational-diabetes-01_1006x755.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6668-gestational-diabetes-01_1006x755.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/6668-gestational-diabetes-01_1006x755.jpg?w=1006&amp;ssl=1 1006w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 487px) 100vw, 487px\" \/><\/p>\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"fb33579b-82fc-4958-9bf9-5a5567bf6524\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"38\">Screening for Gestational Diabetes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"249\">At your first antenatal (booking) appointment\u2014usually between 8 and 12 weeks of pregnancy\u2014your midwife or doctor will ask questions to assess whether you&#8217;re at a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"375\">If you have one or more risk factors, you\u2019ll be offered a screening test known as an <strong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"374\">oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"676\">The OGTT takes about two hours and is usually performed between <strong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"460\">24 and 28 weeks<\/strong> of pregnancy. If you&#8217;ve had gestational diabetes in a previous pregnancy, you may be offered the test earlier, shortly after your booking appointment, and again between 24 and 28 weeks if the initial result is normal.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"704\">Here\u2019s how the OGTT works:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"844\">You&#8217;ll have a <strong data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"750\">blood test in the morning<\/strong>, after fasting for 8 to 10 hours (usually you can drink water, but check with your hospital).<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"888\">You&#8217;ll then drink a <strong data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"887\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Glucose\">glucose<\/a><\/span> solution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"994\">After resting for 2 hours, a second blood sample is taken to measure how your body processes the sugar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1114\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">This test helps determine whether your body is producing enough insulin to manage blood sugar levels during pregnancy.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1114\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">yyy;;u;y;uyl<\/p>\n<article class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\n<div class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\n<div class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\n<div class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"5b689965-d0d7-445f-b562-d065343cc88a\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"39\">Treatments for Gestational Diabetes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"234\">Managing gestational diabetes effectively can significantly reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy and birth. The main goal is to keep your blood sugar levels within a healthy range.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"368\">You\u2019ll be given a <strong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"281\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/diagnostics\/12363-blood-glucose-test\">blood sugar <\/a><\/span>testing kit<\/strong> to regularly monitor your glucose levels and track how well your treatment is working.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"394\">Lifestyle Changes<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"483\">In many cases, blood sugar levels can be managed through <strong data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"482\">diet and physical activity<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"538\">Eat a healthy, balanced diet tailored to your needs.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"696\">Engage in gentle exercise, such as walking, swimming, or prenatal yoga. Always check with your midwife or doctor before starting any new physical activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"715\">Medication<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"842\">If lifestyle changes alone aren&#8217;t enough to control your blood sugar, you may need to take <strong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"821\">medication<\/strong>. This could include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"876\"><strong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"856\">Tablets<\/strong> (such as metformin)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"942\"><strong data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"901\">Insulin injections<\/strong>, if tablets aren&#8217;t effective or suitable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9470 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/images-18.jpg?resize=480%2C269&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Medication\" width=\"480\" height=\"269\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"980\">Monitoring and Birth Planning<\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"1121\">You\u2019ll be more closely monitored throughout your pregnancy to detect any potential issues early. This may involve extra scans and check-ups.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1348\">If you have gestational diabetes, it&#8217;s generally recommended to give birth <strong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1217\">before 41 weeks<\/strong>. If labour hasn\u2019t started naturally by then, your care team may suggest <strong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1309\">inducing labour<\/strong> or performing a <strong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1347\">caesarean section<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1531\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In some cases, earlier delivery might be advised\u2014especially if there are concerns about your health, your baby&#8217;s health, or if your blood sugar levels have not been well controlled.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\">Long-Term Effects of Gestational Diabetes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"216\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetesasia.org\/magazine\/effects-of-gestational-diabetes-mellitus\/\">Gestational diabetes<\/a><\/span><\/strong> usually disappears after your baby is born. However, having it increases your risk of developing certain health conditions in the future, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"310\">\n<li data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"266\">\n<p data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"266\"><strong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"266\">Gestational diabetes in future pregnancies<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"310\">\n<p data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"310\"><strong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"288\">Type 2 diabetes<\/strong>, a lifelong condition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"485\">To monitor your health, you should have a <strong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"395\">blood test for diabetes 6 to 13 weeks<\/strong> after giving birth. If the result is normal, this test should be repeated <strong data-start=\"470\" data-end=\"484\">every year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"570\">Be sure to contact your GP if you experience symptoms of high blood sugar, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"591\">Increased thirst<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"614\">Frequent urination<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"628\">Dry mouth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"746\">Don\u2019t wait until your next scheduled test\u2014even if you feel fine. Many people with diabetes have no obvious symptoms.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"842\">You\u2019ll also receive advice on how to lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"875\">Maintaining a healthy weight<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"902\">Eating a balanced diet<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"932\">Staying physically active<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1084\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Research also suggests that children born to mothers with gestational diabetes may have a higher risk of developing obesity or diabetes later in life.<\/p>\n<h2>Planning a future pregnancy<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve had gestational diabetes before and you&#8217;re planning a second pregnancy, it&#8217;s important to get tested for diabetes beforehand. Your GP can arrange the necessary tests.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re found to have diabetes, you&#8217;ll be referred to a diabetes pre-conception clinic. These clinics help you manage your condition and make sure your blood sugar is well-controlled before you get pregnant.<\/p>\n<p>If your pregnancy is unplanned, contact your GP as soon as possible and tell them you&#8217;ve previously had gestational diabetes.<\/p>\n<p>If the initial check shows you don&#8217;t have diabetes, you&#8217;ll still be offered early screening for gestational diabetes in your next pregnancy, usually soon after your first midwife appointment. 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