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These instructions are for people who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. Always follow up with your healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns.
After your baby is born, you do not need to take insulin anymore. Here is what you need to know about checking your blood sugar, follow-up tests, and your long-term health:
If your blood sugar is higher than 10 mmol/L after delivery:
You can stop testing your blood sugar if it is:
Six weeks to six months after your baby is born, book an appointment with your family doctor or a walk-in clinic. You will need a 75 gram oral glucose tolerance test (sugar drink test). This test shows if your blood sugars have gone back to normal.
Having gestational diabetes increases your risk for high blood sugar in the future.
Get your blood sugar check at a lab once every year if:
If you have any questions, email [email protected].
