What is Gestational Diabetes?

Three tips for lowering your risk for gestational diabetes.

September 25, 2013 www.cdc.gov/diabetes

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops or is first recognized during pregnancy. View details ¿Qué es la diabetes gestacional? (Spanish)

How do I lower my risk? Lower your risk for gestational diabetes: Work with your doctor to maintain a healthy weight before pregnancy. Keep your blood sugar in control during pregnancy. Seek counseling on weight, physical activity, and healthy eating after pregnancy.

Learn more about gestational diabetes Diabetes and pregnancy: How gestational diabetes affects you and your baby What to do if you are at high risk for gestational diabetes Did You Have Gestational Diabetes When You Were Pregnant? What You Need to Know. CDC: Division of Diabetes Translation – Diabetes and Pregnancy Web Site

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