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04/28/09 03:09 PM

"I've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 35 weeks. I'm worried about the delay in diagnosis...what might the impact be? "
Asked By: ritc6136  
Category: Gestational Diabetes

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I was at a good body weight before getting pregnant, and have gained weight normally during pregnancy (5'2" / 110 lbs prior, at 35 wks I'm 132 lbs.) Was told at 33 wks that baby weighed about 5 lbs, 3oz. Worried I'll have an overweight baby along with all the other possible health concerns. I am meeting with a dietitian in a few days...

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05/31/09 06:18 PM

Thanks for writing dLife. Your questions are excellent and it is very important that you discuss these with your ob gyn doctor who is monitoring your progress. It is good that you are meeting with a dietitian as well so that you can take advantage of personalized diet counseling specific for gestational diabetes. The impact of elevated blood sugar in pregnancy can include a larger than normal weight range baby (typically considered over 9 pounds), and stress on the heart and lungs, as well as hypoglycemia in the baby at birth. However, with close monitoring and good prenatal care for gestational diabetes, risks as above can be minimized. Blood glucose monitoring is typically a standard part of care- usually glucose testing at least 4 times per day the physician can see how your are responding to treatment which includes diet, exercise as allowed, and sometimes the use of medications. The key is to have good communication with your doctor, dietitian and other healthcare providers, including the labor and delivery nurses when you are due to deliver.
Answered By: Janice Baker
Accreditations: B.Sc., MBA, RD, CDE, CNSC
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05/17/09 12:39 PM

My mom delivered 5 children as a diabetic. No complications at birth I just suggest you watch your carb intake.
Answered By: furball64801
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