Pregnancies are designated high-risk if you or your baby have an elevated likelihood of experiencing health problems. These problems could be a variety of things and relate to pre-existing conditions, age, etc.
In most cases, a pregnancy will be designated high-risk if health problems seem likely before, during, and after delivery. In many cases, these types of pregnancies will necessitate special care or monitoring.
There are a number of reasons why a doctor might designate a pregnancy to be high-risk, including the following:
Though there may not be much you can do for pre-existing conditions, there are other steps you can take to reduce the risk to your and your baby. These include:
Whether you have a high-risk pregnancy or not, every woman is different. Depending on your specific situation, Dr. Leveno might recommend any of the following:
All high-risk pregnancies are unique, and the same goes for the symptoms that indicate them. That said, if you experience any of the following conditions at any point in your pregnancy, it’s a good idea to contact our office.
Though facing a high-risk pregnancy can be scary, it’s important to stay positive and work with your doctors and health care providers to ensure you’re doing everything you can protect yourself and your baby.