Preeclampsia is a potentially dangerous pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure, and occurs in about 1 in 25 pregnancies in the US. It can lead to serious - even fatal - complications for both mother and baby.
The good news? Preeclampsia is treatable! The most important thing you can do to protect yourself and your baby is to empower yourself by learning the signs and symptoms of Preeclampsia and its closely related cousin, HELLP Syndrome.
To learn more, visit the Preeclampsia Foundation, creators of #UseYourMomVoice.
REMEMBER: No one knows your baby or your body better than YOU! Trust your instincts, and when in doubt, get checked out.
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