Complications during pregnancy can affect the health of both the mother and baby. It is important for women to receive healthcare before, during, and after pregnancy to address any health problems. Before pregnancy, women should discuss their medical history and treatment with their doctor, as some medications could be harmful. During pregnancy, women may experience conditions like anemia, infections, gestational diabetes, or mental health issues. After giving birth, many women experience postpartum depression, as hormonal changes can trigger depressive symptoms. Proper healthcare at all stages of pregnancy can help ensure the health of both mother and baby.

1. MATERNAL HEALTH
CONCERNS
Ms. G. Martin

2. Complication of pregnancy are health problems that occur
during pregnancy. They can involve the mother’s health , baby’s
health, or both. Some women experience health problems that arise
during pregnancy. Other women experience health problems before
they become pregnant that could lead to complications. That is why,
it is very important for women to receive proper health care before,
during, and after pregnancy.

3. Before Pregnancy
Women should see their doctor to discuss about their health problems
in the past or even in the present. If they are receiving treatment for any
health problem, their health care provider might want to change the way
their health managed. Some medicine used to treat health problems
could be harmful during pregnancy. or, stopping the medication that they
need could be more harmful or could pose a risk if one becomes
pregnant. If the heath is addressed well or I under control, it is more likely
that one will have a healthy body when she gets pregnant.

4. During Pregnancy
Pregnant symptoms and complications can range from mild and
annoying discomforts to serve, sometimes life-threatening illnesses,.
Sometimes, women find it difficult to determine which symptoms are
normal and which are not. Physical and mental conditions and health
problems may be experienced during pregnancy that affect the health
of the mother or the baby.

5. The following are some common maternal health conditions or
problems a woman may experience during pregnancy:
• Anemia
• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
• Mental health conditions
• Hypertension
• Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
• Obesity and weight gain
• Infections
• Hyperemesis Gravidarum (more extreme than morning sickness)
• Placenta previa

6. Post Pregnancy
Women may experience post-partun disorder during and after
pregnancy. Depression is common problem during and after pregnancy.
About 13% of pregnant women and new mothers experience
depression. Some of its symptoms are the following:
◦ Feeling restless or moody
◦ Feeling sad, hopeless, and overwhelmed
◦ Crying a lot
◦ Having no energy or motivation

7. • Eating too little or too much
• Having trouble focusing or making decisions
• Having memory problems
• Feeling worthless and guilty
• Losing interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy
• Withdrawing from friends and family
• Having headaches, aches, and pains or stomach problems that do
not go away
Depression after childbirth is called post-partum depression. Hormonal changes
may trigger symptoms of post-partum depression. When a woman is pregnant, level
of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone increase greatly. Levels of thyroid
hormones may also drop after giving birth. The thyroid is a small gland in the neck
that helps regulate how your body uses and stores energy from food. Low levels of
thyroid hormones can cause symptoms of depression.

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