REPLAY: Cardiovascular health in pregnancy and postpartum

Jane Hutchens, naturopath and reproductive health and human genetics expert, along with fx Medicine ambassador, Emma Sutherland, raise awareness on the importance of understanding cardiovascular health implications during pregnancy and post-partum. This impacts 1 to 4 percent of women in Australia and is under recognized and underreported. In this discussion the naturopaths discuss the various types of cardiovascular diseases that may impact a pregnant or postpartum woman, the importance of understanding the mental and social impacts this may have on sufferers and some tools to aid practitioners in screening for risk in developing cardiac disease in pregnancy. COVERED IN THIS EPISODE (00:54) Welcoming Jane Hutchens (02:06) Types of cardiac disease in pregnancy (06:04) The amount of women with cardiovascular disease is dramatically under represented (08:08) Diagnostic criteria for cardiac disease in pregnancy (11:38) Some findings from Jane’s research (16:13) Understanding genetic and general risks (22:29) Signs and symptoms of cardiac disease during and post-pregnancy (28:40) How oxidative stress affects the placenta (31:30) Long-term risks and ongoing struggles (39:02) Treatment options and support (42:40) Thanking Jane and final remarks Find today's transcript and show notes here: Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: DISCLAIMER: The information provided on fx Medicine by BioCeuticals is for educational and informational purposes only. The information provided is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event something you learn here raises questions or concerns regarding your health.

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This episode was published on Nov 24, 2025.

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