Gestational diabetes warning signs from dry mouth to tiredness
Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that can develop during any stage of pregnancy. It is more likely to occur in the second or third trimester and usually disappears after giving birth. It happens when your body cannot produce the amount of extra insulin your body needs during pregnancy. According to the NHS , it's often not an issue but sometimes it may cause issues for you and your baby during pregnancy and after birth. There is a lower risk of any problems if it is detected early and well-managed. You will be screened for the condition after an initial antenatal appointment if they feel you are at risk. READ MORE: 'A £9 hanging dehumidifier saved my flat after all our shoes and coats got mouldy' After an initial antenatal appointment, your midwife will screen you for the condition if they feel you are at risk. They will carry out an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), which takes about 2 hours and is done when you're between 24 and 28 weeks pregnant. It i...