ABSTRACT
The biological interactions generally referred to as ‘fetomaternal interactions ’ come into play during intrauterine life and are remarkably harmonious for an association between two genetically disparate individuals. This unique relationship exposes all fetal organs including the heart to the to the influence of maternal health. Fetal cardiac development occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy; however, maternal health the fetal heart in later pregnancy. This chapter deals with the various mechanisms whereby maternal health influences the fetal cardiovascular system.
