Women's Heart Health After Pregnancy: Recognizing and Reducing Long Term Risks

For many women, pregnancy is a transformative experience, but certain complications during pregnancy can have lasting health implications. Conditions such as preeclampsia — which can cause dangerously high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and severe swelling — present significant risks not only during pregnancy but also for long-term cardiovascular health. Women who have experienced preeclampsia are twice as likely to have a future heart attack or stroke and four times as likely to develop high blood pressure.

Join Kaitlyn Ibrahim, MD, a cardiologist at Main Line Health, for this webinar which aims to educate women and their caregivers about the connection between common pregnancy-related complications and future cardiovascular disease. Attendees will gain insight into why these complications pose a risk, how to monitor heart health postpartum, and proactive steps to lower their risk.

What you'll learn:

• The link between pregnancy complications (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational diabetes) and increased cardiovascular disease risk
• Understanding how conditions like preeclampsia impact long-term health
• The importance of regular follow-up care, including blood pressure checks, lipid profiles and weight management
• Lifestyle modifications to lower cardiovascular risk: nutrition, exercise and smoking cessation
• Strategies for building preventative care routines and collaborating with healthcare providers

Who should attend:

• This webinar is tailored for women who have experienced pregnancy-related complications, their healthcare providers and anyone invested in women's heart health.

Whether you're managing your health after pregnancy or supporting a loved one, this session will provide essential knowledge and practical advice for lifelong wellness.