Codes and Frequencies
Description
For sample persons under 6 years old in 1981, and, in 1988, sample persons under 6 years old whose biological mother is the respondent to the Child Health Supplement, PGMDIAB reports if the biological mother ever had diabetes during pregnancy.
This variable is part of the 1981 and 1988 Child Health Supplement. Please use the IPUMS NHIS drop-down menus and search function to find other variables related to this supplement.
The 1981 and 1988 Child Health Supplement collected information about children 17 years of age and younger on a wide range of topics, including: family structure, child care, breastfeeding, development, medications, birth and prenatal events, hospitalizations and surgery, chronic conditions, weight, school, behavior problems, social issues, and sleep habits. All questions were asked of the adult best able to provide accurate information about the child. The preferred respondents for this supplement, in order of priority, are: biological mother, biological father, an adoptive, step, or foster parent, a legal guardian, a primary caretaker, or another adult.
Universe
- 1981: Sample persons under age 6.
- 1988: Sample persons under age 6, whose respondent was biological mother.
Availability
- 1981, 1988
Weights
- 1981, 1988 : SAMPWEIGHT
