Gestational diabetes
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@Liv thank you that's put my mind at rest alot. I've already got a growth scan booked in at 36 weeks so I don't think they will do another one Fingers crossed I just need to modify my diet a bit xxx
I'm diagnosed with this and was from about 34 weeks. Honestly it's not even that bad once you know how your body responds to things. For example I can eat a small portion of chips, but jacket potato spikes me more. Everyone is different. You may have to make some swaps. It may be worth knowing for treats... kit kats, one side of kinder Bueno, quavers, dark chocolate, pom bears, lentil crisps are much better for you. These are my go to treats, just in moderation. Have plenty of high fat/protein foods and this will help you process and sugar/carbs. You will be encouraged to express colostrum to help with balancing babies sugar at birth and you will stay in for 24 hrs for them to check their glucose levels too. X
I was diagnosed at 30 weeks, currently 36wks. It’s been a relatively smooth process with little worry or concerns. I’ve had an extra scan and meetings diabetes consultants/midwives. Check out this website (there’s a Facebook group too which is really helpful) for alllll the info you’ll need to get a good understanding of it all before your appointment on Tuesday. Gestationaldiabetes.co.uk The basics are; it’s all to do with your placenta so the diabetes will go when you’ve given birth, you’ll test your blood sugar levels 4 times a day to check what you’re eating isn’t raising your sugar levels. You’ll either be diet controlled or be on one of 2 medications to help control sugar levels. I’ve altered my diet slightly to get things under control - less carbs and sugars essentially! They’ll discuss the risks and probably birth plan/options with you. All the best on this journey for the last 6 weeks of your pregnancy 🤍