What are the risks to the mother?
- Difficult labour, due to delivering a larger baby
(You may require a caesarean delivery) - Pre-eclampsia
- Continuing to have diabetes after the baby is born
- Developing type 2 diabetes later in life
(50% chance in the next 10 years)
Clinics & Services
We have three strategically located clinics in Joburg & surrounds and a full range of specialist diabetes services.
Pregnancy and Diabetes
Why every pregnant woman should take note of diabetes and what precautions should be taken.