gestational diabetes (gdm)
A referral for gestational diabetes (GDM) testing and/or a diagnosis of GDM is a huge turning point for many pregnancies inside NHS maternity care.
This section will help you understand what GGDM is, how it’s tested, how it’s diagnosed, the ways it can impact your care going forward - including the common recommendations that can arise, and how to navigate it all with clarity, so you can feel confident in the choices you’re making.
Depending on what stage you’re at; you’ve been offered a GDM test, you’ve just been diagnosed, you want support and guidance navigating the changes in your care and arising recommendations - simply find the resources most relevant to you.
start here
A few words on GDM, why the impact on your pregnancy can feel so big and reassurance that your choices still remain your own.
explore the resources
Use the the resources below to gain a better understanding of GDM and how to approach next steps with confidence.
DECIDIDING WHETER TO HAVE A GDM TEST
Understand why gestational diabetes testing is offered, what the test is designed to tell you, your options are, and how to approach this next step feeling informed rather than overwhelmed.
questions to ask
A quick reference guide of some useful questions to ask when deciding whether or not to accept GDM testing.
gdm testing at a glance
A brief overview of the key points when considering gestational diabetes including the most common test and alternative methods.
understanding foetal weight
Understand how your baby’s estimated weight is calculated and what it’s important when interpreting results.
understanding gdm
Understand what gestational diabetes actually is so you know what questions to ask, how to navigate changes in your care and make decisions with confidence.
understanding your gdm diagnosis
Understand how GDM is diagnosed so you can better understand it in the context of your pregnancy and build a bigger clinical picture on which to base your decisions.
your gdm diagnosis at a glance
A quick reference guide to understand the general guidelines for diagnosing GDM, space to record your diagnosis, ongoing blood sugar monitoring and useful questions you can ask your caregiver.