Hormonal changes and your changing body during pregnancy can increase your risk for complications if you already have heart disease. Regular prenatal tests and visits can also uncover undiagnosed heart disease. During pregnancy, it is important to monitor and treat any existing issues with your heart as well as seek care if new conditions arise. Women with underlying or known cardiac disease need to take special precautions before and during pregnancy.

The team of specialists at Orlando Health is here to help you, your heart and your baby through proper prenatal care and multidisciplinary care throughout your pregnancy.