Background :Gestational diabetes is the leading cause of type 2 diabetes mellitus in females. Approximately 10 to 12 % of females develop type 2 diabetes every year after gestational diabetes. If the current trend continues, it will affect many females in Pakistan. Expectant mothers should be cautious of certain risk factors which may increase their chances of developing the condition.

Objective:To determine the awareness practices regarding gestational diabetes among pregnant women  attending antenatal clinics in Indus Hospital Muzafargarh.

Methods:This study was conducted in Indus Hospital  Muazafargarh Pakistan.A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. Data was collected by convincing sampling. Our sample size was 150 females attending antenatal visits. Closed-ended questioner was used. Collected data was analyzed on SPSS, and descriptive statistics was applied.

 Results: Study included 150 respondents with fullest response rate in which 35% pregnant women known to have gestational diabetes mellitus. Whereas, 65% expected mother was totally unaware of gestational diabetes mellitus. The adherence knowledge was poor in most of pregnant ladies regarding proper health practices, risk factors, and gestational diabetes.

Conclusion The study suggests that the knowledge and awareness of Gestational Diabetes among the larger population needs attention. Additionally, knowledge of the risks and complications is low among participants. Significantly limited literature was available on antenatal women and on the provision of awareness Programs for such participants. Overall survey explains variation in health awareness regarding gestational diabetes in women in South  Punjab Pakistan.

Index Terms- Awareness, Knowledge, Gestational Diabetes, Pregnancy, Antenatal Visits.