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High BP (Blood  Pressure)  through  Pregnancy Overview : High blood pressure, or  hypertension , is defined as blood pressure higher than 140/90 mm Hg. The condition is a serious concern for some pregnant women. High blood pressure during pregnancy isn’t always dangerous. But it can sometimes cause severe health complications for both mother and developing baby. According to the  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , an increasing number of pregnant women in the United States have this condition. What causes high blood pressure during pregnancy? According to the  National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) , there are several possible causes of high blood pressure during pregnancy. These include: ·          being overweight or  obese ·          failing to stay active ·          smoking ·          drinking alcohol ·          first-time pregnancy ·          a family history of pregnancy-related hypertension ·          carrying more than one chil