Which hospital is best for high-risk pregnancy?

At Apollo Cradle & Children’s Hospital, we are well-equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and a highly skilled and experienced team of professionals to give you the best possible care for every type of high-risk pregnancy situation.

What is high risk obstetric care?

High-Risk Pregnancy Care at Brigham and Women’s Hospital Our Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, also known as High-Risk Obstetrics, provides expert, multidisciplinary care for women and newborns who have complications identified prior to or during pregnancy.

What is a high-risk pregnancy specialist called?

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A maternal-fetal medicine specialist is a doctor who helps take care of women having complicated or high-risk pregnancies. These doctors are obstetricians who also completed 3 extra years of training in high-risk pregnancy. They are also called perinatologists and high-risk pregnancy doctors.

Do and don’ts of high risk pregnancy?

Stick to good-for-you habits. The usual lifestyle dos and don’ts that are recommended for any pregnancy can also benefit your and baby’s health during a high-risk pregnancy. You know the drill: Get enough sleep, eat a healthy and varied diet, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking and drinking. Manage your health.

Can a high risk pregnancy be prevented?

High-risk pregnancy is not always preventable. Some factors, such as chronic conditions and lifestyle factors, can be treated and controlled before pregnancy to help reduce risk.

What are examples of high risk pregnancies?

Risk factors for a high-risk pregnancy can include: Existing health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or being HIV-positive. Overweight and obesity. Obesity increases the risk for high blood pressure, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, stillbirth, neural tube defects, and cesarean delivery.

How do you know if your pregnancy is high risk?

You may be considered high-risk if you have a history of miscarriage, preterm labor, or cesarean delivery. Likewise, if you’ve already had one child with a birth defect, any subsequent pregnancies may be treated as high-risk.

What are considered high-risk pregnancies?

Pregnant women under 17 or over 35 are considered high-risk pregnancies. Being pregnant with multiple babies. Having a history of complicated pregnancies, such as preterm labor, C-section, pregnancy loss or having a child with a birth defect. A family history of genetic conditions.

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