Publication: ETV Bharat
Date: May 15

Ahead of World Hypertension Day 2026, Dr. Ronak Khandelwal explains why some women develop postpartum hypertension even after a normal pregnancy and delivery. Experts highlight how hormonal changes, stress, sleep deprivation, fluid shifts, and childbirth recovery can trigger high blood pressure after delivery. Doctors also share critical warning signs families should never ignore, including persistent headaches, blurred vision, swelling, chest pain, breathing difficulty, upper abdominal pain, and high BP readings at home, along with tips for safe postnatal recovery and monitoring.