Lily shares her unexpected experience with pre-eclampsia — a reminder that even when everything seems fine, it’s important to listen to your body and trust your instincts.

💛 Resources & Support

If you’d like to learn more about pre-eclampsia or what to do if you’re worried, here are a few trusted places to start:

• NHS – Pre-eclampsia:
  Clear info on symptoms, causes and when to seek help.
  👉 nhs.uk/conditions/pre-eclampsia
• Tommy’s:
  Great charity resource with easy-to-read info, FAQs and parent stories.
  👉 tommys.org/pre-eclampsia
• NHS Inform (Scotland):
  Friendly overview on signs, risks and management.
  👉 nhsinform.scot/pre-eclampsia

Remember — pre-eclampsia can develop after 20 weeks, and symptoms can include headaches, swelling (especially in the face/hands), changes in vision, or upper abdominal pain.
If something feels off, always speak to your midwife or doctor. You know your body best. 💛

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