To lower blood pressure during pregnancy, several natural and medical strategies can be followed:
- Lifestyle changes such as avoiding excess sodium, managing stress with deep breathing or meditation, and staying physically active with pregnancy-safe exercise like walking or swimming help regulate blood pressure.
- Eating potassium-rich foods like bananas, sweet potatoes, and beans supports electrolyte balance and blood pressure control.
- Avoiding caffeine and harmful substances like alcohol and smoking is important for both mother and baby's health.
- Monitoring weight gain within healthy limits during pregnancy reduces risks linked with hypertension.
- Regular prenatal care is crucial, including blood pressure and urine monitoring, to detect and manage problems early.
- In some cases, doctors may prescribe pregnancy-safe blood pressure medications or low-dose aspirin to prevent complications such as preeclampsia.
- Home blood pressure monitoring and communication with healthcare providers are recommended to adjust care as needed.
These measures combined help protect both maternal and fetal health during pregnancy by managing blood pressure effectively.
