For example, there may be problems delivering the baby's shoulders. Preeclampsia is high blood pressure during pregnancy. This can pose problems for the mother and the baby. It may require the baby to be delivered early. A woman with a mild form of preeclampsia may need to stay in the hospital so that she and her fetus can be monitored.
Severe preeclampsia can lead to seizures.
Hydramnios occurs when there is too much amniotic fluid in the sac surrounding the fetus. This can cause some women discomfort. Urinary tract infections can occur without symptoms. If the infection is not treated, it may spread from the bladder to the kidneys and can harm the woman and her fetus. The risk of RDS is greater in babies of mothers with diabetes.