Gestational diabetes

Did anyone else have gestational diabetes? Have you had your follow on blood tests after birth? If so what happened? I’ve got a lot of anxiety due to trauma with needles so any reassurance is highly appreciated
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Yes

3 months after birth

And every year there after

Yes I had GDM whilst pregnant. I’ve been told I’ve got my follow up once my little lady is 4months. I suffered with a really bad needle phobia before pregnancy but since being pregnant & then being diagnosed with GDM my phobia has now calmed down massively. I’m happy to discuss anything with you so feel free to drop me a message :) x

Haven't been able to psych myself up to book the blood appointment... Mainly because I've been eating what I like and that includes CAKE 😭 X

Just drink water 14 hrs before test

Yes I was tested again 6 weeks after birth and my bloods are back to normal

Tested 6 weeks after birth and bloods normal, they requested a repeat bloods 3 months after that just to check. I know you hate needles, and it’s going to be hard, but you got this! 🧡

I need to book mine, but I just don't feel ready yet. Is it a normal blood test or like the GD test in pregnancy?

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