Are there any health risks or concerns for a child whos Mother was gestational d!


Question: I had gestational diabetes while pregnant with my son (now 3) Just wondering if gestational diabetes is linked to any illnesses in children?


Answers: I had gestational diabetes while pregnant with my son (now 3) Just wondering if gestational diabetes is linked to any illnesses in children?

There are only health risks and concerns if your blood sugars weren't controlled during your pregnancy. If your child came out healthy at a good weight then your child should be okay.

If your sugars weren't controlled and your child had problems right after birth, they will be at increased risk for type 2 diabetes.

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My answer didn't make sense? I was talking about a toddler or older ... if your blood sugars were controlled durning pregnancy then your child should be in the clear. Any risk of type 2 diabetes your child has is only from heredity.

I had GD while pregnant, and my daughter came out perfectly healthy. She is now 2 1/2 and has type 1 diabetes, but that has absolutely nothing to do with the GD.

hi, the more important risk in the son



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