What is Gestational Diabetes (GD)? Gestational Diabetes is transient diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. It is more common than what many realize, affecting approximately 20% of pregnancies. While GD usually resolves after birth, it is a signal for the future: women who experience GD have 50% likelihood of developing Type 2 diabetes later in life. Understanding this now gives you a powerful head start in long-term prevention. Why does GD happen to me? First and foremost: You are not to...