Gestational Diabetes

If you had gestational diabetes when you were pregnant, you and your child have a lifelong risk for getting diabetes.

Because of your increased risk, it is very important that you be tested for diabetes:

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After your baby is born
Every one to two years after delivery

What is gestational diabetes?

Gestational diabetes is similar to type 2 diabetes and occurs when your body cannot use blood sugar correctly during pregnancy.

Gestational diabetes usually has no symptoms and is often diagnosed through the blood work pregnant women have during weeks 24-28 of pregnancy.

Gestational diabetes is a red flag for your health. Call 225-231-5275 or email us for more information.

Postpartum Research

The SWEET Study is a research study to help women get rid of prediabetes and have healthy blood sugar levels after a pregnancy with gestational diabetes. You may qualify and can earn up to $800.