Gestational Diabetes Again?

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I was diagnosed with GD during my last pregnancy, and was on insulin.

If i were to get pregnant again, would i have GD again?

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From what I understand it is very very likely, but not 100% certain. In fact in my area they don't bother with a GTT in subsequent pregnancies and you are treated as diabetic from a positive pregnancy test. I have been testing my blood sugars and following a GD diet from 5 weeks this time. I noticed I couldn't cope with refined sugar right from day one, but didn't start reacting to starchy carbs until about 15 weeks (was diagnosed at 28 weeks in my first pregnancy)

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As ChocolateCalculator says it is very likely - they consider it almost inevitable if you had to use insulin in your previous pregnancy. I had insulin dependent GD in first pregnancy which was not diagnosed until about 26 weeks. This time from my very first GP appointment to register the pregnancy I have been under consultant care and already have had my first GTT test. This time I really feel better as there is a very clear care plan for me where as last time it was a bit of a whirlwind!

Oh brilliant, thank you both - another thing to consider if we decide to try again!

Not necessarily though. The 1st 2 pregnancies I had it, but the diet and lifestyle changes I made I am convinced helped me stay clear the 3rd time. Fingers crossed 4th time lucky!