can baby die from high blood suger during 8 months of pregnancy?

Answer 1

Gestational Diabetes is (as mentioned by another person) is on the increase... it is more common in older women & the latest research indicates there is also a link with Pre-eclampsia.

Its very important to have good pre-natal care and also be seen regularly by a dietician who will give you advice concerning a low GI diet. A fasting blood sugar level of over 5.5 whilst pregnant is considered to be Gestational Diabetes (Australian guidelines).

Babies can be large due to the excess sugar, there can also be very serious problems during the birth. If baby is large its called Macrosomia. If you develop any of the symptoms of pre-eclampsia many obstetricians opt to do a Caesarian to minimise the risk of Neonatal death.

You are more at risk of Shoulder Dystocia which is when the babies shoulders get stuck in the mothers pelvis which in turn can lead to baby suffering from a broken upper arm or collarbone (Humerus or Clavicle), Brachial Plexus Injury (Erb's palsy) & Birth Asphyxia (stillbirth).

It is imperitive that a senior Obstetrician be present at the birth & also that a Paediatrician also be available because of the risks to both mother & baby (again Australian guidelines).

There are many websites you can research for information on Gestational Diabetes, perhaps a good starting point would be a maternity hospital website or your national Diabetes organisation.


I have a interest in trying to educate women on the risks of gestational diabetes because it has had such a huge & lasting impact on my family.

In 2003 I gave birth to my 3rd baby, he was stillborn but thankfully the Neonatologist was able to resusitate him & he spent 3 months in NICU. My son suffered from Macrosomia, a broken arm, Erb's Palsy, Brain Haemorage, enlarged Heart, Liver & Spleen, Umbilical Hernia... the list can go on forever.

All of it was completely PREVENTABLE.

My son is now 3.5, has Global Developmental delays, a persistant Erbs Palsy & many other health problems... however he is a beautiful little boy, a fighter with such a strong spirit & I am blessed to be his mum.

I wish you well with the rest of your pregnancy & if you have any concerns please demand answers from you obstetrician.

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Answer 4

Well having gestational diabetes does not mean your baby will die. However, it is true that your baby will more than likely be large for gestational age and will probably have blood sugar problems when born. Usually the baby will need to go to the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) to stabilize the blood sugar problems, but the do just fine the majority of the time. Also you as the mother will need to watch your blood sugar level after giving birth! Good luck, but as long as your doctors are aware of this then you will be fine.

Answer 5

If the mom suffers from gestational diabetes, yes, the baby can die. Women with gestational diabetes do have a higher risk of having their baby be stillborn. The best thing to do is get good prenatal care.

Answer 6

What that is called is gestational diabetes and it is getting more common. My daughter in law had it when she was pregnant with her first son, and what the doctor told her was to watch what she ate. But the baby dying, that is very remote if you are under doctor's care and follow his orders. Just watch what you eat and ask the doctor if you have any concerns.

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Answer 8

I did a little research for my friend when she thought she had gestation diabeties on webmd and it said that the biggest thing with that is that most have a large baby. Try looking into it on Web MD.