Gestational diabetes need not necessarily cause Type 2 diabetes, however there could be an increased risk. It is best to understand that during pregnancy the placenta also produces hormones that make it difficult for the insulin to work. Gestational diabetes can increase the risk of having an extra-large baby or baby with a low blood sugar level could be problems, so diet, exercise, or sometimes insulin shots help.
Women with gestational diabetes could avoid being a victim of Type 2 diabetes with reducing and maintaining a healthy weight, eating healthy foods, healthy food habits and increasing ones physical activity.