Pre-Conception Counseling Is Essential

For women with congenital heart disease, pregnancy should be planned with input from an ACHD cardiologist and a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. Pre-conception counseling evaluates cardiac function, identifies high-risk medications that must be changed before conception, and stratifies maternal and fetal risk. Some conditions carry higher risk than others, and understanding your individual risk profile is the first step toward a safe pregnancy.

Multidisciplinary Care During Pregnancy

Pregnancy in women with CHD requires a coordinated team approach. Your care team should include an ACHD cardiologist, a high-risk obstetrician, and an anesthesiologist experienced with cardiac patients. Regular echocardiograms, careful blood pressure monitoring, and a detailed delivery plan are standard components of safe management.