Gestational Diabetes
Updated: Dec 16, 2021
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It seems like you have a laundry list of questions and concerns during pregnancy. You are already avoiding certain foods, medicines, and hot tubs while simultaneously trying not to fall down an internet rabbit hole of everything that could go wrong. Right as your initial fears are quieting down and you are hitting your pregnancy stride, your obstetrician informs you it's time to schedule your gestational diabetes screening. You may be confused and even startled that something is wrong. Do not fret! Every pregnant woman is screened for gestation diabetes. Even then, only 10% of pregnancies in the United States are affected by gestational diabetes. Your best method of defense is arming yourself with knowledge. Let's explore what gestational diabetes is and what you can expect during this process.
