A high-risk pregnancy means that there are one or more factors—either medical, lifestyle-related, or situational—that could increase the chances of complications for the mother, the baby, or both during pregnancy, labor, or delivery.
1. Maternal Age
Under 17 or over 35 years old increases risks.
Diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, heart or kidney problems.
Preeclampsia (high blood pressure + protein in urine)
Gestational diabetes
Placenta previa
Preterm labor
Multiple gestation (twins, triplets)
Smoking, alcohol or drug use
Poor nutrition
Lack of prenatal care
Miscarriages
Preterm births
Cesarean delivery
Low birth weight baby