Glucose Test / Gestational Diabetes

Hi, I’ve had my GTT test last week, thankfully I’ve been given the all clear but like you I worried. The NHS have some good information about it here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gestational-diabetes/

@Helen thankyou xx

I had my test last week and was diagnosed with GD! I didn't have any signs other than having glucose in my urine at 25 weeks. I think the guidelines you follow vary from trust to trust but I have to test my blood sugar 7 times a day (finger prick and doesn't hurt) and stay within target ranges. You have to really limit the amount of sugar and carbs you're eating at once to make sure your blood sugar isn't spiking (risks to baby come when this isn't under control). But also important not to cut carbs completely, just make healthier choices e.g. smaller portions, more wholegrain, avoid refined sugars. I had a meltdown when I was diagnosed but have got over it. I think the main risk is a big baby and that potentially causing complications at birth but believe they monitor you really carefully so if you do have it you'll be in good hands xx

I was diagnosed with GD at 14 weeks due to high sugar levels in a urine sample. The only early signs I also potentially had it was constantly being thirsty! But also a normal pregnancy symptom. If you do get a diagnosis of GD firstly you will be referred to the GD midwife team and get full training on how to monitor, what foods are best and which to avoid. They also talk you though impact on baby. Some of it can sound scary but it isn’t anything to worry about they just have to give you all the info. I can’t lie it is hard work maintaining the diet but I’m now 27 weeks and had my growth scan this week and baby is tracking right as he should be so I know it’s all paying off. Usually you will start on a diet controlled routine but medication or insulin might also be required- I’m on both. It does all seem doom and gloom but the upside is you get more scans so a chance to see baby more regularly and you are monitored by a consultant so extra care along the way. Best of luck x

My sister in law had GD last year. At first she was able to keep her sugar down with diet but eventually had to have insulin injections. Baby was absolutely fine, healthy birth weight and no health issues whatsoever. Don’t worry it’s manageable 💕

I was recently diagnosed with GD. I am not going to sugar coat it, I am a healthy eater with mostly Mediterranean diet with rare treats. It's a nightmare for myself, I feel like I can't snack, I feel like I have to limit myself all the time. I probably don't even eat properly. It is manageable, the diabetes team keeps an eye on you. The monitoring is extensive, and tiring. I did know I had GD, before the test, my symptoms were Hypos. I'd get very low blood sugar levels (tested at home). Also doing the test, I felt unwell with it, waves of weakness and nausea. The hospital had to lie me down. Although I sound miserable about it, which I am believe me. You'll live, it's not the end of the world. They will keep an eye on you and baby, make sure the baby's estimated weight and growth doesn't go over a certain percentile as those with GD have a tendency for larger babies.