Treatment of gestational diabetes starts with diet, which is frequently enough to correct the problem. The emphasis is on complex carbohydrates and protein, with avoidance of simple sugars and too much fat. If your birth plan includes no sugar water for the baby, you may want to remind your pediatrician about the diagnosis of diabetes, so that the nursery can keep a close eye on the baby's sugar levels. Occasionally, if your sugars have been high, the baby may get dangerously low sugar levels in the first few hours after birth and need more sugar than she can get from nursing alone. The only long-term complication of gestational diabetes is a higher risk of developing diabetes later on in life.
Early diagnosis is very important in reducing risk of later complications of diabetes.
The diagnosis of gestational diabetes is not a big problem if it is attended to during the pregnancy. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.