I have heard that moms who have gestational diabetes , their newborns are kept in NICU for 48 hrs, and they undergo heelprick test. Is it painful for newborn??

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Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 6 m old boy1 month ago

A. Hello my dear ! Not sure how true it is, and frankly speaking, it was not advised for my sister’s daughter. Even my sister had a gestational diabetes, but nothing was advised for the newborn after birth. Better to check with your doctor once.

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