A PPCM (Peripartum Cardiomyopathy) Prevention Project
Who WE are
Our Mission
We promote & fight for healthy pregnancies.
PPCM Fund Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded by PPCM survivors dedicated to saving unsuspecting mothers and their families from Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. PPCM is a pregnancy induced heart failure; a relatively unknown yet deadly heart disease surrounding new mothers. Shockingly, we have found that big-name institutions such as "ACOG" (The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) DO NOT support PPCM matters in regards to PREGNANCY, DELIVERY, POSTPARTUM CARE, WOMEN'S HEALTH, PROCEDURES. AND PATIENT EDUCATION . We are on a mission to implement systems, spread awareness and further research & aid in the prevention of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy as well as provide support to the families that have been deeply affected as a result of PPCM. We spread awareness in order to save lives!
No mother needs to die, no child needs to be motherless.
THERE IS A PRACTICAL SOLUTION TO THIS REAL PROBLEM
"Early Diagnosis Saves Lives"
A key part of our mission is to raise the standard testing and labs with Implementing the NT-proBNP & EKG/Echo
In Every OBGYN Office For All Pregnancies.
"The Pro B-Type natriuretic peptide (NT-pro BNP) can save a life!
Take action against Pregnancy Induced Heart-Failure".
Every new mom must get an EKG/Echocardiogram in the 3rd Trimester .
We Fight Against PPCM
"The Silent Killer"
Updated report on PPCM puzzle: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24669290
PPCM Symptoms & Emergency Risk Factors
❤ Difficulty Breathing
This includes severe shortness of breath anytime sitting, when walking, climbing stairs, or even lying flat. Symptoms may get worse at night. Chest pain &/or tightness in the chest and heart often is mistaken for something less serious;
this can include a heaviness, tightness, pressure or pain.
Also:
-Heart Palpitations or skipping beats
-Fast Heart Rate
-Orthopnea
-Coughing
❤ Fainting or Dizziness
This includes sensations of feeling like you're going to pass out,
especially while seated or standing.
Pay attention to:
-Low blood pressure or may drop when standing-
-Hard time brushing your hair
-High Blood Pressure
-Excessive Fatigue
-Mood Disorders
❤ Swelling & Weight Gain
This unusual weight gain is mainly due to an increase of fluid in the body,
especially in the arms, hands and feet; if more than
2 pounds in 1 day or 5 pounds in a week,
see a cardiologist immediately.
Look out for:
-Swelling of the ankles & neck veins
-Increased nighttime urination
-Morbid Obesity
- Gestational Diabetes
-Preeclampsia
-Malnutrition
-Pain in abdomen
-Dyspnea
❤ PPCM effects your Gums & Teeth
Teeth can effect your heart BIG time before and after birth.
PPCM Symptoms gets worse AFTER giving birth. PPCM does not peak until AFTER the newly mom gives birth!
Click PPCM Fund YouTube link video to learn more....
Please Support & Get Involved
We are heart sisters, we band together.
Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or simply spreading the word; THANK YOU, words are not enough. We couldn't accomplish our mission and reaching who we need to reach without the love and help from supporters like you...
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Please let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality and welcome newcomers with open arms. We'll help you find a way to volunteer that best suits you...
We look forward to you to join us on our mission to save lives.
Donate now
- Your generous gift will help us put an end to PPCM!
- No mother needs to die.
- No child needs to be motherless.
