High blood pressure, also known as hypertension,
typically doesn't cause noticeable symptoms, yet it can pose significant risks
during pregnancy. Your midwife will monitor your blood pressure at each
antenatal visit. If you have a prior history of hypertension and are expecting,
you'll be directed to a specialist in hypertension and pregnancy to evaluate
the potential benefits and risks of treatment. Should you experience high blood
pressure for the first time during pregnancy, you'll undergo an assessment at a
hospital by a healthcare provider, often a trained midwife, to address the
elevated blood pressure.
