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I had GD with my last pregnancy in 2006. The 3 hour test isn't the easiest, so make sure you bring someone with you, in case you faint ( I didn't faint ). I do remember laying down on my hubby's lap, which helped. Unfortunately, I can't remember the exact # I got with the one-hour test, but I do know that it was borderline.
The diet saved me from gaining a lot of weight in the end of the pregnancy because of the diet I followed. I never needed insulin. All it was, was a well-balanced meal low in carbs. Your OB, if needed, will probably send you to a nutritionist to discuss the diet you will need to follow if you fail the three-hour.
Remember, as soon as you deliver your baby, you will no longer be diabetic and it will all be over. They might check the baby's blood sugar levels soon after birth is all.
Oh, you will have to test your blood 4x a day (finger prick).
Good luck hun!
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