Gestational Diabetes

As part of our Adult Diabetes Service, we offer specialist care for those diagnosed with gestational diabetes.  Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops when a person is pregnant.

Our team provides tailored support to help manage blood glucose levels safely to protect maternal and baby health. We work closely with maternity services to ensure a smooth, coordinated experience. For more information please click here.

If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes either in this pregnancy or in a previous pregnancy, you have a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes in the future.  As a result, it is recommended that you have your blood glucose (HbA1c) tested at your GP surgery every year to check if you’ve developed type 2 diabetes.

You can reduce your chance of developing type 2 diabetes by:

• Eating a healthy and balanced diet – ask your practice nurse or GP to refer you to a dietician if you would like help with this. You can also visit the Healthy Weight website for more information.

• Staying active – Your practice nurse or GP can refer you to the National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS)

• Registering for ‘Babysteps’ - A type 2 diabetes prevention programme designed specifically for women with a history of gestational diabetes - sign up via Let's Prevent Diabetes Wales