An updated video of our son who was born two month premature due to preeclampsia. He spent 3 weeks in the NICU. Mommy spent 12.5 days in the hospital due to her preeclampsia condition. This is our journey though pictures. A little over one year after our son was born we decided to ‘pay it forward’ by hosting a Preeclampsia Awareness Walk-A-Thon to help raise awareness and funds for the Preeclampsia Foundation. Thank you to all who participated! To learn more about preeclampsia visit: www.preeclampsia.org ******************************** What Is Preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is a disorder that occurs only during pregnancy and the postpartum period and affects both the mother and the unborn baby. Affecting at least 5-8% of all pregnancies, it is a rapidly progressive condition characterized by high blood pressure and the presence of protein in the urine Globally, preeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are a leading cause of maternal and infant illness and death. By conservative estimates, these disorders are responsible for 76000 maternal and 500000 infant deaths each year Signs and Symptoms of Preeclampsia None Hypertension Swelling or Edema Proteinuria Sudden Weight Gain Headache Nausea or Vomiting Changes in Vision Racing pulse, mental confusion, heightened anxiety, trouble catching your breath Stomach or Right Shoulder Pain Lower back pain Hyperreflexia