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Will gestational diabetes put my baby at a risk of getting diabetes?
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I have recently been diagnosed with gestational diabetes and I am worried that this will put my baby at a higher risk of getting diabetes in the future. Is this the case? -
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Dr Rebecca Reynolds
Nutritionist
Rebecca Charlotte Reynolds, PhD (Dr Bec) Personable and ethical registered nutritionist (RNutr) and lecturer at UNSW Australia in lifestyle and health. Regular consultant to the … View Profile
Hi there,
There is evidence that gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) can increase the risk of a high birth weight child who may also be at increased risk of obesity/diabetes in later life, BUT, by managing your GDM you can reduce these risks.
Great info. here: http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/living-with-diabetes/gestational-diabetes/
Try to eat low GI foods - see GDM post here: http://ginews.blogspot.com.au/2009_05_01_archive.html
Lots you can do about it so try not to fret too much.
Cheers,
Dr B :)Report this post
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