 [ Symptoms ] will baby have type i diabetes if i have gestational diabetes i have just been diagnosed with gestational diabetes the doctor said i will need to take insulin i am worried my baby will be born with type i diabetes what are the risks to my baby i am 43 weeks along [ Disease ] children born to mothers with gestational diabetes mellitus gdm are at a higher risk for obesity type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome but your child will not be at a higher risk for type 1 diabetes it is important to follow your doctor is recommended course of action for managing gestational diabetes to help minimize the potential risks which may include • maintaining appropriate weight gain • following specific dietary guidelines • following your doctor is recommendations for an appropriate exercise routine • monitoring your blood sugar levels frequently • taking insulin as directed blood sugar levels will typically return to normal for you after 6 to 8 weeks after delivery but you will be more likely to develop gestational diabetes again during subsequent pregnancies please refer to the following for more information <link> <link> no