• Mrs.Hemalatha.M
• Mr.Prabhu. J

Abstract Gestational diabetes is a disease condition in which the blood sugar level of women increases and it will become abnormally high which will be detected during pregnancy first time. This will disappear after the childbirth gradually. Most of the women will not express any signs and symptoms of diabetes during the time of pregnancy. But some women experience the symptoms of increased urination, thirst and excessive hungry. This condition is usually treatable during pregnancy but untreated conditions may leads to fetal complications like increased fetal birth weight, low sugar in blood, stillbirth, birth injuries and later there may be a possibility of developing type-2 diabetes mellitus. Gestational Diabetes affects one in six pregnant women worldwide reported by the International Diabetes Federation in 2019. Methods: Qualitative studies published between 2013 and 2023 were undertaken for the narrative review. A comprehensive review of published literature and journal articles from PubMed, Google scholar, CINAHL and Medline databases was done. Search strategy specific to each database was used. During initial search 5361 titles were retrieved and after screening 10 articles were selected for full text screening. Finally 10 research articles were selected based on the inclusion criteria. Results: The studies reviewed shows the experiences of women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus which includes distress and fear; realizing the changes required; learning to manage GDM; finding motivation, compliance despite limited understanding, perceptions of powerlessness and mental health deterioration, Some women expressed concern for the baby and the risk of getting diabetes after birth. Conclusion: The review data shows family engagement, social services input, evidence based long term management will help deal with gestational diabetes. If gestational diabetes is not treated on time properly may lead to serious complications for both the mother and the baby .The important aspect of treating Gestational Diabetes involves educating the women regarding blood glucose monitoring, exercise, diet etc. Proper awareness and timely management can reduce the GDM complications and help dealing with gestational diabetes mellitus.

Gestational Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes Care, Experiences, Women with Gestational Diabetes

"Experiences of gestational diabetes and care in women with gestational diabetes -: A Review Based on available literature.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.i654-i667, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406873.pdf

"Experiences of gestational diabetes and care in women with gestational diabetes -: A Review Based on available literature.", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppi654-i667, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406873.pdf