A high-risk pregnancy is one of greater risk to the mother or her fetus than an uncomplicated pregnancy. Pregnancy places additional physical and emotional stress on a woman’s body. Health problems that occur before a woman becomes pregnant or during pregnancy may also increase the likelihood for a high-risk pregnancy.
Factors that put a pregnancy at risk
- First-time pregnancy after age 35
- High blood pressure
- Polycystic ovary syndrome
- Diabetes
- Kidney disease
- Autoimmune disease
- Thyroid disease
- Recreational Drugs
- Obesity
- HIV/AIDS
- Age
Lifestyle Factors
- Alcohol use
- Cigarette smoking