1. Stay active.
Although it may be difficult, especially as the weeks go on, it’s important to stay as active as possible throughout your entire pregnancy.

2. Maintain a healthy weight.
A lot of women go overboard when it comes to pregnancy weight gain. Ideally you should aim to consume 500 additional calories each day while pregnant. Avoiding gaining too much weight will keep your heart strong and blood pressure normalized.

3. Drink up.
Staying hydrated is essential for maintaining normal blood pressure levels. Dehydration can cause blood vessels to constrict thus increasing blood pressure.

4. Eat well.
This is especially important to start before you even become pregnant. Healthy fats, fresh fruits and veggies will all help cut inflammation and keep blood pressure at its optimal level.

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