Pregnancy Complications May Signal Future Heart Health Troubles

There is growing data showing the link between complications during pregnancy and risk for future heart disease. This website provides information on possible pregnancy complications, their link to heart health, and useful questions to ask your medical provider.

Pregnancy is a natural stress test on the heart. Why? As soon as a woman becomes pregnant, many changes begin in the body, including a dramatic rise in blood flow and extra workload on the heart.

SOURCE: Cardio Smart: American College of Cardiology • LAST UPDATED: March 11, 2021