ASTROMEDICS Health Library · Updated 28 October 2026
General patient education, not a diagnosis or an individual treatment plan. A qualified clinician should assess your symptoms and advise you.
Problems can occur after delivery
Some serious pregnancy-related complications can happen after birth as well as during pregnancy. Families should know when symptoms need immediate attention rather than waiting for the next scheduled check.
Serious pregnancy-related problems can occur during pregnancy and after birth; postpartum complications may arise up to a year after delivery.
Urgent warning signs include severe/persistent headache, vision changes, fainting, fever, extreme swelling, chest pain or trouble breathing.
Symptoms that need immediate care
Seek immediate medical care for urgent warning signs during pregnancy or after delivery.
Routine prenatal and postpartum care supports early attention to health concerns.
Preparing for the next step
When seeking care, tell the team that you are pregnant or have recently given birth, including the delivery date. Keep antenatal and postpartum reviews and share new concerns. Do not dismiss severe symptoms as simply part of pregnancy or recovery from childbirth.
Questions for your consultation
- Which warning signs need immediate care in my situation?
- What is my antenatal or postpartum follow-up schedule?