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Here is a booklet you might find very useful...
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/publications/pubs/gest_diabetes/sub2.cfm
Yes, I've done it 3 times. You need to have a high risk obstetrician that you really like. They will keep a close eye on you and you will have to really keep an eye on your blood glucose level. You want to visit one before you get pregnant.
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What are the predisposing factors in gestational diabetes mellitus?
-family history of diabetes -maternal obesity - maternal age>30 -HPL -family history of diabetes -maternal obesity - maternal age>30 -HPL
How old should you be to have a healthy baby?
This mostly depends if you have good maternal care. The best would be if you are passed puberty and under 35. The age matters very much on your health though. Many things can risk a pregnancy like obesity, Diabetes, smoking, not eating properly etc.
Does gestational diabetes return?
Women with gestational diabetes are at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes after pregnancy. It is also common for gestational diabetes to occur in subsequent pregnancies. As always, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise plan can combat this risk.
Can you have gestational diabetes with every pregnancy?
If having diabetes in pregnancy, then the chances of having gestational diabetes in the next pregnancy is high as compared to other without gestational diabetes.But many who had gestational diabetes in one pregnancy had give up baby without gestational diabetes in their next pregnancy.
What are the benefits of pregnancy workouts?
Pregnancy workouts can fight pregnancy fatigue, improve your sleep during pregnancy, conquer pregnancy constipation, Guard against gestational diabetes and of course every mother would want , it makes the baby healthy.
What is stillbirth and what causes it?
Stillbirth is a term used to describe the death of a baby before delivery in a pregnancy that has lasted at least 20 weeks gestation. The following are conditions that can contribute to a stillbirth, but in many stillbirths, a cause is never identified. Potential causes include: umbilical cord accidents, maternal infections, anatomical defects in the fetus, maternal age, chromosomal abnormalities, Rh incompatibility, maternal diabetes, preeclampsia, post-term pregnancy, trauma to the mother or baby, placental insufficiencies or abruptions, growth restriction of the fetus, maternal weight, maternal use of drugs not appropriate for pregnancy, or other significant illness of the mother.
What causes perinatal asphyxia?
pregnancy at age of lessthan 16 or more than 40, somking, history of abortion, stillbirths, maternal history of hyprtnsion and diabetes mellitus. socio-economic status.
How does diabetes effect pregnancy?
Diabetes effects pregnancy in many ways, the child could be born with diabetes though blood circulation from the mother. Diabetes can spread really fast not just though pregnancy.
What are some symptoms of gestational diabetes?
If caught early gestational diabetes is a condition pregnant moms can control so they have a healthy baby. Here are some common symptoms. http://www.bupa.co.uk/individuals/health-information/directory/d/diabetes-in-pregnancy
Does maternal antidepressant use during pregnancy cause adverse neonatal outcomes?
Does maternal antidepressant use during pregnancy cause adverse neonatal outcomes
What has the author Cheryl Alkon written?
Cheryl Alkon has written: 'Balancing pregnancy with pre-existing diabetes' -- subject(s): Diabetes in pregnancy, Popular works 'Balancing pregnancy with pre-existing diabetes' -- subject(s): Diabetes in pregnancy, Popular works
How do you avoid gestational diabetes?
There is no way to completely avoid gestational diabetes. Every woman's body is different and reacts to pregnancy differently. But reducing your risk of diabetes in general (healthy eating, exercise) is a good idea at any phase of life.
