Gestational Diabetes??

[Amberlori]

My doctor just told me today that I have GD (I'm 31 weeks), but I only did the one hour test. I thought a 3 hour test was usually done to determine that?? Also, I didn't have GD with my first, is it normal to not have GD with your first child, but still develop it with your second??

Also, what kind of diet changes do I need to make now??
I am scheduled to meet with a nutritionist next week to discuss diet. Not sure why I didn't get the 3 hour test (I did with my first and passed it after failing the 1 hour test), but from what I've read if the levels are abnormally high they will just skip the 3 hour test.

[~Give me a break!!~]

You should have a three hour test now...??? Yes you can have it with the 2nd, but not the 1st. There is a huge diet change.. why didn't your doctor discuss this with you??? I would call them and ask... this doesn't sound right! I just went to the doctor today, and she said I failed the 1hr test so now I'm scheduled for the 3 hour test.... Many women fail the 1st test and pass the 2nd one.... Please call and speak to someone at the office before you make any changes! Good luck!!!

BTW: I've never had it before either. I am pregnant with my 4th and I've had more problems this time around, than with the others... Every pregnancy is different.