Managing Your Preeclampsia Diagnoses

A preeclampsia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. With proper monitoring and care, most people with preeclampsia go on to have healthy pregnancies. Learn what to expect, how to monitor your symptoms, and when to contact your healthcare team.
If you experience severe headaches, vision changes, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

A plan: preparing for delivery & support services

Create a comprehensive plan for your delivery while building your support network. Having the right resources and team in place helps ensure the best possible care for you and your baby. From packing your hospital bag to connecting with support groups, we’ll help you prepare for what’s ahead.

  • Preparing for Delivery

    • Hospital bag checklist
    • Birth plan considerations
    • NICU preparation
    • Support person roles
    • Emergency protocols

  • Support Resources

    • Healthcare team contacts
    • Local support groups
    • Patient education materials
    • Mental health resources
    • Family support planning

    • Daily monitoring essentials

    Regular monitoring is crucial for managing preeclampsia. Track these key indicators daily to help your healthcare team provide the best care for you and your baby.

  • Critical Symptoms to Monitor

    • Severe headaches
    • Vision changes or spots
    • Upper right abdominal pain
    • Decreased fetal movement
    • Sudden swelling in face/hands
    • Shortness of breath
    • Nausea or vomiting

  • Daily Monitoring Essentials

    • Blood pressure readings (times/day)
    • Urine protein checks
    • Weight changes
    • Symptom tracking
    • Medication schedule
    • Fetal movement counting

    • Ready to start monitoring?
    Download our free symptom tracker now.

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    Working with Your Healthcare Team

    Regular monitoring is crucial for managing preeclampsia. Track these key indicators daily to help your healthcare team provide the best care for you and your baby.

    Establish clear channels with your healthcare team – know who to contact for routine questions versus emergencies. Keep your provider’s direct line, after-hours number, and hospital contact information easily accessible. Create a backup plan for reaching your team if primary contacts aren’t available.

    Understand the difference between concerning symptoms that need a call versus emergency situations requiring immediate hospital care. Call for new symptoms or gradual changes in blood pressure. Go directly to the hospital for severe headaches, vision changes, upper right abdominal pain, or difficulty breathing.

    Prepare for each visit by documenting your symptoms, medication concerns, and lifestyle questions. Keep a running list between appointments of anything unusual you experience. Ask about changes to your monitoring schedule, delivery planning, and what to expect as your pregnancy progresses.

    Work with your team to develop a flexible birth plan that accounts for possible preeclampsia complications. Discuss induction timing, pain management options, and emergency scenarios. Understand how preeclampsia might affect your delivery preferences and what interventions might be necessary.

    Get the tools and support you need to manage preeclampsia effectively and protect your health.

    Get the tools and support you need to manage preeclampsia effectively and protect your health.

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