Keeping you and your baby healthy is our top priority
Pregnancy is a time of life filled with excitement. But if you hear the words “high-risk” about you and your baby, pregnancy can also be a time of great anxiety. Baylor Scott & White’s maternal-fetal medicine specialists are here to put your mind at ease. These dedicated experts have the training, experience and resources to guide you through your high-risk pregnancy and the critical time following delivery.
Our approach to high-risk pregnancy care
Baylor Scott & White maternal-fetal medicine physicians are obstetrician-gynecologists (OBGYNs) specializing in high-risk pregnancy care. Throughout your pregnancy, your specialist will work with your OBGYN and other healthcare professionals to address your and your baby’s needs.
Maternal-fetal medicine conditions we treat
You may need care from a maternal-fetal medicine specialist if you have a high-risk pregnancy.
Your pregnancy is considered high risk if you are over age 35 or younger than age 17, are having multiples (such as twins) or have a condition or risk factor that could cause complications during your pregnancy or labor and delivery. These conditions and risk factors require timely, specialized care to protect your health and the health of your baby.
Pre-existing health conditions
Pregnancy can be hard on your body. If you have a health condition affecting the heart, lungs or kidneys, thyroid problems, a blood disorder, an autoimmune disease, or are obese, your specialist can help you manage the condition to protect your and your baby’s health.
Gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and often goes away soon after delivery. Your specialist can diagnose and treat this condition to minimize its impact on you and your baby.
High blood pressure
A maternal-fetal medicine specialist can identify and treat high blood pressure that exists before pregnancy, as well as gestational hypertension and preeclampsia, which are serious types of high blood pressure that develop during pregnancy.
Fetal health concerns
During your pregnancy, your OBGYN or specialist may detect a birth defect, chromosomal abnormality, inherited disease or other health concern that will require prenatal care or care after birth. Your specialist can coordinate with a neonatologist to ensure your baby’s needs are addressed at the appropriate time.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Having PCOS increases your risk of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia and preterm birth and requires expert care from a specialist during your pregnancy.
Pregnancy loss
Underlying health conditions can cause miscarriages. A maternal-fetal medicine specialist can determine whether that’s the case and help you find the treatment you need to carry a pregnancy to term.
Maternal-fetal medicine diagnostics and treatment services we offer
You will have access to a maternal-fetal medicine specialist who offers technology and testing for high-risk pregnancies, including:Find a maternal-fetal medicine location near you
Baylor Scott & White locations throughout North and Central Texas offer specialized, high-risk pregnancy care. If necessary, your OBGYN will refer you to one of our maternal-fetal medicine specialists, but no matter which location you choose, you’ll have access to services throughout our system.
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