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Gestational diabetes is type of diabetes that occurs in pregnant women, who are not diabetic, but makes them to develop high glucose level during pregnancy. If gestational diabetes is not properly checked or controlled, it can result to overweight babies which can make normal delivery to become difficult and increases the chances of a Caesarean section delivery (delivery of a baby trough an incision in the womb).  Passing through a caesarean section delivery is not what any pregnant mother wishes for herself. The mother might encounter many problems such as increased blood pressure, preterm delivery and miscarriages. The babies of a gestational diabetic mother also need special care after delivery because they are at risk of low glucose level and jaundice. Also read: 13 early warning signs of diabetes you must know During antenatal check up, all pregnant women should be screened for gestational diabetes and if tested positive, adopting the following tips on how to control gestation...

Pregnancy is one of the most significant millstones of any woman�s life. After all, it is going to change your life forever. However, it is quite difficult to understand whether you are pregnant or not in the first two weeks of the pregnancy. The signs are too subtle and have to be searched for meticulously. Nevertheless, you will notice some minor changes in the body like pains, aches and nausea and a loss of appetite or changes in appetite which can be symptoms of pregnancy. Also read: First trimester of pregnancy and 3 tips of coping with it You can take a home pregnancy test to check whether you are pregnant or not. You can also talk to your doctor regarding the same. Here are some early signs that will help you guess whether you are pregnant or not. Take Note of Any Taste Changes Food cravings may not come to you right from the start of your pregnancy. But your early symptoms may include an aversion towards food. You could start disliking the smell of food or the drinks that you o...