Blood pressure is the pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels. A mother's blood pressure is an important measurement in pregnancy and after the baby is born. Blood pressure during pregnancy can determine how your pregnancy is managed, the potential timing of delivery, and signal complications with mother and with baby. Some women have high blood pressure during and after pregnancy, this can be a sign of preeclampsia and will need to be closely monitored by your medical care team. With reasonable blood pressure control, you and your baby can remain healthy.
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Hypertension is a manageable condition under the supervision of a licensed medical professional.
You can monitor your blood pressure at home using an at-home arm cuff machine/monitor and following the manufacturer’s instructions. Take and record your blood pressure readings twice a day and share them with your medical team. If any of your readings fall outside the normal range, take action.
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