high-risk pregnancies
Perilous expectant periods
High-risk pregnancies are pregnancies with elevated chances of complications for mother, baby, or both.
Factors include maternal age (under 17 or over 35), preexisting conditions like diabetes or hypertension, multiple fetuses, or problems that develop during pregnancy such as preeclampsia.
These pregnancies require closer monitoring and often specialist care: Her high-risk pregnancy meant monthly ultrasounds and bed rest in the final trimester.
- ultrasoundsImaging via high-frequency waves
- preeclampsiaPregnancy-induced hypertensive disorder
- preterm birthDelivery before 37 weeks
- gestational diabetesGlucose intolerance during pregnancy
- genetic counselingGuidance on inherited conditions
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