what does this mean?

[jennifer_grant]

I was told I failed my glucose test for the 2nd time so I have diabetes. But that's all they told me. What does this mean for my baby?

[jnicpowers]

it sounds worse then it is! three meals with snacks in between its all about portion control and avoiding sugar! im being induced at 39 weeks with this one with my first i went all the way to 42 weeks all depends on the doctor.  (:

[jennifer_grant]

Ugh. Pregnancy has been so easy up to this point. I am not even 36 weeks yet and I am going to the doctor every week.

[blessedbump]

My suggestion to you would be to not stress about it and just be diligent about checking your sugar. Stress can inhibit your body's ability to produce insulin which makes it harder to process sugar....also, It doesn't hurt if once in a while it's a little high but overall your sugar needs to be within the guidelines set by your doctor.

[blessedbump]

I was recently diagnosed with gd.. doctor basically gave me a script for a glucometer, lancets and test strips to check your blood sugar regularly and they may have you adjust your diet. .also I am sent for extra growth scans to keep an eye on baby as well....In the worst cases some women may need medication to keep their sugar regulated...ultimately the risks to baby outnumber those to mom, it's very important for babys development that mom's sugar is controlled.

[jennifer_grant]

Bump

[MamaToBe_20]

I haven't taken mine yet, but I've heard that it means your baby has a better chance of being a larger baby? And that some doctors want to induce women who have GD at like 37 or 38 weeks? I think you can decline them doing that, but I'm sure it's safer to follow what they advise! Good luck <3 all will be okay!