Follow your obstetrician’s advice and attend all prenatal visits
Check your blood pressure regularly as directed
Rest on your left side when possible
Reduce stress with deep breathing, meditation, or gentle prenatal yoga
Stay hydrated
Eat a balanced diet with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein
Limit sodium intake
Avoid processed and fast foods
Get regular, doctor-approved physical activity
Maintain a healthy pregnancy weight gain
Avoid smoking, alcohol, and recreational drugs
Limit caffeine if your doctor recommends it
Take prescribed blood pressure medication exactly as directed
Report headaches, vision changes, swelling, chest pain, or shortness of breath immediately
Seek urgent care for severe symptoms or very high blood pressure readings