Pregnancy Complications

As much as we plan for a carefree pregnancy and birth, sometimes complications happen anyway. Knowing when to seek medical attention is crucial.

Especially if you are planning a homebirth or unassisted birth, it is important to pay attention to how you feel. You know your body and your pregnancy best. Besides monitoring how you feel, it is good to know some basic information like your blood pressure, the baby's heart rate and to keep track of your baby's movements in the last several weeks of pregnancy.

Some complications can be prevented through good nutrition, attention to what is happening, etc. Others just pop up unexpectedly no matter how much you are taking care of yourself.