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If you are planning a pregnancy, it’s important to speak to your healthcare team as soon as possible, about all the things you need to do and be aware of. However, not all pregnancies may be planned so if you haven\u2019t had chance to do this before you find out don’t worry, but do speak to your doctor or nurse as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

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Preparing for pregnancy if you have diabetes<\/h2><\/div>

You can have a healthy pregnancy with type 1 diabetes, although managing your diabetes might be harder. It\u2019s important to have good blood sugar control before and during pregnancy.<\/p>\n

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What is gestational diabetes?<\/h2><\/div>

Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar (glucose) that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after giving birth. It can happen at any stage of pregnancy but is more common in the second or third trimester.<\/p>\n

It happens when your body cannot produce enough insulin \u2013 a hormone that helps control blood sugar levels \u2013 to meet your extra needs in pregnancy.<\/p>\n

Ladies who develop gestational diabetes are also eligible to attend the Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme – identifying people at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, as well as those with pre-diabetes.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Causes and risk factors of gestational diabetes<\/h2><\/div>

Any woman can develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy, but you\u2019re at an increased risk if:<\/p>\n<\/div>

If any of these apply to you, you should be offered screening for gestational diabetes during your pregnancy.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>