Gestational diabetes in early pregnancy linked to autism Foetuses exposed to gestational diabetes in the womb during early pregnancy face an increased risk of developing autism spectrum disorders as children, a large-scale study has suggested. by David Millett Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up