This week our host, Theo Clarke, is joined by Abbie Harris, Education and Operations Manager at Action on Pre-eclampsia, and Professor Andrew Shennan, Professor of Maternal and Fetal Health at King’s College London, to discuss pre-eclampsia in pregnancy.Topics that we discuss on the show include: signs and symptoms of pre-eclampsia; who gets pre-eclampsia and what it means for that mother and her baby; how women can reduce their risk; what checks are needed to pick it up; advances in understanding and management; neonatal experience; pregnancy after loss; and where to find help and support.Biographies:Abbie HarrisAbbie is the Education and Operations Manager at Action on Pre-eclampsia, where she also serves as the primary contact for helpline calls and as the organisation’s designated mental health first aider. She has been a part of the charity since 2022.In 2017 Abbie developed severe pre-eclampsia and gave birth to her son, Jude, prematurely at 24 weeks and 5 days. Jude survived for 32 days in neonatal care. This heartbreaking experience has fuelled Abbie’s passion for raising awareness of pre-eclampsia, advocating for better support for families affected by it, and contributing to the search for a cure.She is also a devoted mum to her vibrant six-year-old daughter, Thea, and her cocker spaniel, Maxy. Outside of work, Abbie finds strength in time with family and staying active at the gym.Instagram: @apec_uk | @harrishome8Professor Andrew Shennan OBEAndrew Shennan is Professor of Maternal and Fetal Health and Head of Department, Women’s and Children’s, at King’s College London. He is based at St. Thomas’ Hospital. He is chairman of the charity Action on Pre-eclampsia and founder of APEC International. He is a passionate educator.His research interests include interventions to predict and prevent preterm birth and pre-eclampsia, and he specialises in innovations to reduce maternal and perinatal mortality, especially in low and middle income settings. He advises the House of Lords, NHS England, FIGO and the WHO. His global research into reducing mother and baby deaths is based throughout Africa, India and South America.He was awarded an OBE for services to maternity care and is a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Science.X / Twitter: @OBSevidenceResources:www.action-on-pre-eclampsia.org.ukThis podcast is sponsored by the law firm Irwin Mitchell.DISCLAIMER: This show is not intended to be medical advice – please seek advice from a GP or doctor.Website:www.theo-clarke.org.uk/podcast@theoclarkempBreaking The Taboo production team:Producer: Natasha FerozeResearchers: Max Austin and Elliott MalikDesigner: Emily RyderSocial Media: Bella CarterStudio Manager: Adam WoodwardStudio: Studio 55, part of Wolfe Power ClubThis is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theodoraclarke.substack.com--Theodora
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