Some pregnancies progress without complications and are considered low-risk. Others may be high-risk, meaning there are medical or pregnancy-related factors that need closer monitoring.
High-risk factors can include:
- Maternal age 35 or older
- Pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or thyroid disease
- A history of pregnancy loss, preterm birth, or cesarean delivery
- Conditions that arise during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, or abnormal fetal growth
- Multiple pregnancy (twins or more)
High-risk pregnancies require more frequent visits, additional testing, and sometimes care from a specialist in maternal-fetal medicine.
