Gestational diabetes is showing up earlier: What every expecting mother should know

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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), typically appearing in the second trimester, is increasingly diagnosed in the first trimester of pregnancy. Hormonal changes, lifestyle factors, weight gain, undiagnosed prediabetes, PCOS, and advanced maternal age contribute to earlier onset. Early screening at initial prenatal visits remains crucial for managing the condition through diet and lifestyle modifications.

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