Preeclampsia Foundation

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***disclaimer*** Contact your medical professional or 911 in case of an emergency. Please check the preeclampsia community forums (www.preeclampsia.org/forum) and hotline (800-665-9341) for urgent questions/concerns. This is not an entry point for quick answers.

For today's we are sharing Jocelyn's story with Jocelyn writes, "I Had My First Baby At 29 years old. I have ...
01/18/2026

For today's we are sharing Jocelyn's story with

Jocelyn writes, "I Had My First Baby At 29 years old. I have never had hypertension or had to take any daily medication aside from birth control.

I went in for a routine prenatal visit and my blood pressure was 175/111. They admitted me. I was given the first shot of the corticosteroids and I figured I would stay overnight and be released the following day. I ended up giving birth the next day via emergency c section. My blood pressure would not go down and my headaches increased.

My preeclampsia was severe. She was born on October 16th and stayed in the NICU until December 11th of 2024. My daughter Jewelz tragically passed from developing a severe case N.E.C. I try not to blame myself. I feel as though if I never developed preeclampsia, maybe I wouldn’t have delivered at 25 weeks and carry full term. Just maybe my baby would be here with me now."

Read more: https://www.preeclampsia.org/our-stories/forever-jewelz

For today's we are sharing Amy's story with Amy writes, "One night, about three weeks postpartum, I felt unusually ...
01/17/2026

For today's we are sharing Amy's story with

Amy writes, "One night, about three weeks postpartum, I felt unusually tired after feeding the baby and went to bed early. I woke later with what I assumed was a sinus headache, took something for it, and went back to sleep. A short while later, I woke again with a searing, unbearable headache. I called for my husband. He sat with me, trying to comfort me, and I eventually fell asleep again.

The next thing I remember is waking up in a hospital bed, strapped down. A nurse was sitting beside me, which I recognized from my limited medical background as a sign I had been critically ill. When I woke again, another day had passed. My husband and our pastor were sitting beside me, and they gently explained what had happened.

That morning, I had begun having seizures. My husband called 911, and I seized all the way to the hospital. When I arrived, my blood pressure was 205/120. The doctors quickly ordered a CT scan, spinal tap, bloodwork, and administered IV medications to try to stabilize me.

At three weeks postpartum, no one expected eclampsia—but that’s what it was. My OB was stunned. She eventually wrote a journal article about my case: rare, delayed-onset, postpartum eclampsia.

I survived—but life was never quite the same. I’ve been hypertensive ever since. Without medication, my blood pressure still spikes dangerously high. But I’m here, and I got to raise my babies—including that baby girl.

Now, she’s expecting a daughter of her own. Her feet are starting to swell, and her blood pressure is creeping upward. But this time, we’re watching closely. My story became her early warning sign. She’s being carefully monitored—and I hope it makes all the difference."

Read more: https://www.preeclampsia.org/our-stories/postpartum-eclampsia-nearly-took-my-life-now-its-helping-me-save-my-daughters

01/16/2026

The impact can have on the baby varies widely. Some of the impacts are:

Prematurity
The effects of being born early can vary widely. Some babies may spend only a day or two under close observations while others may spend the first months of their life in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Some babies may also have lifelong problems such as learning disorders, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, blindness, and deafness.

Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)
Preeclampsia can cause reduced blood flow to the mother's placenta, restricting the supply of food to her baby. As a result, the baby may become malnourished and be small for its gestational age.

Acidosis
Preeclampsia compromises the placenta and the baby’s body begins to restrict blood flow to its limbs, kidney and stomach in an effort to preserve the vital supply to the brain and heart. Should the baby’s oxygen reserve become depleted, (as the placenta detaches or dies) the baby’s body may produce too much lactic acid. If too much lactic acid builds up, the baby will develop “acidosis” and become unconscious and stop moving.

Infant loss
Infant loss is one of the most devastating consequences of preeclampsia. In the U.S., approximately 10,500 babies are lost to preeclampsia each year. Stillbirths from preeclampsia number between 1,000 and 2,200 in the U.S.

Ongoing life challenges
Preeclampsia has been linked to a host of lifelong challenges for infants born prematurely, among them learning disorders, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, blindness and deafness. With prematurity also comes the risk of extended hospitalization, small gestational size and the interruption of valuable bonding time for families.

Learn more: https://www.preeclampsia.org/faqs

If you could go back and talk to yourself during your preeclampsia, eclampsia or HELLP syndrome experience, what would y...
01/16/2026

If you could go back and talk to yourself during your preeclampsia, eclampsia or HELLP syndrome experience, what would you say? Let us know in the comments!

01/15/2026

Do you know your blood pressure numbers in or ?

Less than 140/90: Keep checking to learn your normal
Between 140/159-90/109: Call your provider and report your numbers.
More than 160/110: Seek immediate emergency care

CHECK your numbers. KNOW your numbers. SHARE your numbers.

Learn more: www.preeclampsia.org/blood-pressure

It is not too late to register! Join us TONIGHT at 6:30 pm EST.Want to turn your passion into impact? Learn how to plan,...
01/15/2026

It is not too late to register! Join us TONIGHT at 6:30 pm EST.

Want to turn your passion into impact? Learn how to plan, promote, and pull off a successful third-party fundraiser during our fun and informative Zoom session! Whether you're hosting a party, fitness challenge, or creative community event, we’ll walk you through simple steps, inspiring ideas, and best practices to help you make a difference.

Join the Preeclampsia Foundation and Victoria Buker on January 15th at 6:30 EST for this great event!

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q7ki9sMCR4KBphTvERDBtQ

Victoria Buker is a dedicated community advocate and fundraiser whose work spans youth leadership, oncology support, maternal health, and major nonprofit initiatives. She has served with United Way and as Volunteer Chair for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Student of the Year program.

In Savannah, GA she led Elf on the Run, collecting over 100,000 items for local nonprofits, and created “A Thousand Miles for 100 Smiles,” supporting a pediatric oncology camp in Oregon.
Victoria also combines fitness and philanthropy. She served as Volunteer Chair for Determination, the American Cancer Society’s charity running team for Rock & Roll Savannah, and is the creator of the 140/90 Walk Run for the Preeclampsia Foundation, an initiative that raises awareness inspired by the blood pressure numbers tied to preeclampsia.

Known for her creativity—including her popular bow fundraisers—Victoria continues to bring heart, energy, and leadership to every cause she supports.

Your experience can help to save lives!The Preeclampsia Registry brings together preeclampsia patients, family members, ...
01/15/2026

Your experience can help to save lives!

The Preeclampsia Registry brings together preeclampsia patients, family members, and researchers to find answers to better prevent, treat, and one day, cure preeclampsia.

It's easy to participate from the comfort of your home!

➡️Create your profile on our registry website (www.preeclampsia.org/registry)
➡️Agree to the consent form.
➡️Answer the series of questions about your health, family, and pregnancy history after providing consent.
➡️Choose whether you would like to participate in other studies, respond to new questions, upload your medical records, or even provide a DNA sample for genetic research if you'd like.
➡️Connect with us - we will reach out to you via email once a year to ask that you provide a health update. This yearly update helps our research team better understand the long-term health effects of preeclampsia.

The information you provide will only be used by approved preeclampsia researchers who go through a rigorous vetting process. We will never share any information that can identify you, such as your name, your date of birth, or contact information

Sign up or update your information for the Preeclampsia Registry today: www.preeclampsia.org/registry

01/14/2026

The mental and emotional impact of preeclampsia can be profound. Stress caused by a trauamtic pregnancy and delivery can often overide the ability to emotionally cope, leading to psychiatric complications such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), postpartum depression (PPD), and postpartum anxiety (PPA).

Suffering a serious illness, such as preeclampsia, combined with an unexpected caearean section, birth of a premature child, infant loss, or an unexpected hospital visit postpartum is a heavy burden to bear both physically and psychologically.

How did the experience impact you? Let us know in the comments.

You are not alone. Get access to mental health resources: www.preeclampsia.org/birth-trauma-resources

Preeclampsia and related hypertensive disorders of pregnancy impact 5-8% of all births in the United States. 💔If you or ...
01/14/2026

Preeclampsia and related hypertensive disorders of pregnancy impact 5-8% of all births in the United States. 💔

If you or a loved one has experienced preeclampsia. You are not alone. There is support for you: www.preeclampsia.org/birth-trauma-resources

01/13/2026

Magnesium sulfate (given intravenously) is the treatment of choice for severe preeclampsia to prevent eclampsia, or after eclampsia develops to prevent more seizures. Magnesium treatment is generally continued for 24-48 hours after the last seizure or beyond delivery. Patients may receive magnesium sulfate in an intensive care unit or a labor and delivery unit. While magnesium is given patients should be observed closely, receive intravenous fluids, and may have a catheter placed in their bladder to measure urine output.

Magnesium sulfate can be used by a skilled healthcare provider with appropriate support facilities. Overdoses can occur and lead to harm to the kidneys, so patients should be closely monitored.

Side effects of magnesium sulfate may include drowsiness, redness, flushing or overheating, muscle fatigue or weakness, dizziness, and trouble concentrating. Symptoms typically go away shortly after the medication is stopped. Its use can be very uncomfortable, but it is included in the treatment to prevent a worse outcome - seizures.

Learn more: https://www.preeclampsia.org/what-is-eclampsia

Take 10 minutes to complete the intake survey of the Preeclampsia Registry and add your pregnancy experience to preeclam...
01/13/2026

Take 10 minutes to complete the intake survey of the Preeclampsia Registry and add your pregnancy experience to preeclampsia research efforts. Whether you have had preeclampsia, had a loved one who experienced it, or just want to contribute your pregnancy history to improve outcomes, everyone has a role they can play to improve research by, for, and about Black and Brown moms. The vast majority of people who participate in clinical trials are white, so there simply is not enough research about how preeclampsia affects Black and Brown women, or the different way in which we experience maternal healthcare. We deserve better. The Take Ten campaign is a call-to-action to our resilient community of Black women.

Ten minutes of your time ensures that communities of color are better represented, informed, and equipped to save the lives of future Black and Brown mothers. These are our daughters, our nieces, our granddaughters, our sisters, our friends – and they deserve better pregnancy outcomes through research that supports and represents their distinct experiences.

Learn more about our Take 10 campaign and the registry here: www.preeclampsia.org/take10

01/13/2026

You are not alone if you found your or experience traumatic.

Stress caused by a traumatic pregnancy and delivery can often override the ability to emotionally cope, leading to psychiatric complications such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), postpartum depression (PPD), and postpartum anxiety (PPA). Suffering a serious illness, combined with an unexpected caesarean section, birth of a premature child, or infant loss, is a heavy burden to bear both physically and psychologically.

Find birth trauma resources here: www.preeclampsia.org/birth-trauma-resources

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