High Risk Obstetrics
Willow OBGYN
Obstetrics & Gynecology located in San Antonio, TX
Learning you have a high-risk pregnancy can be scary, but expert OB/GYN Kelly Morales, MD offers you peace of mind. Dr. Morales has extensive experience managing high-risk pregnancies at her private practice in San Antonio. If you’re looking for a warm and compassionate OB/GYN who specializes in high-risk obstetrics, call or book an appointment online today.
High Risk Obstetrics Q & A
What is a high-risk pregnancy?
High-risk pregnancies involve an increased risk of health problems that may affect you or your baby before, during, or after childbirth.
If you find out you have a high-risk pregnancy, don’t worry. Dr. Morales is highly skilled in high-risk obstetrics and helps you plan for a healthy and successful pregnancy.
What makes a pregnancy high-risk?
Some high-risk pregnancies are due to preexisting conditions, while others involve issues that come up during pregnancy or childbirth. Several factors may contribute to a high-risk pregnancy, including:
Being over age 35
Unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as smoking cigarettes or drinking alcohol
Medical history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or blood-clotting disorders
History of abdominal surgeries such as C-sections
Previous problems during pregnancy, such as repeat miscarriages
Twins or multiple births
Obesity
What can I do to promote a healthy pregnancy?
The best thing you can do to stay healthy during pregnancy is schedule regular prenatal care appointments with Dr. Morales.
If you know you have risk factors for a high-risk pregnancy and aren’t pregnant yet, you may want to schedule an appointment ahead of time for preconception counseling. Dr. Morales can help you change certain lifestyle behaviors and reduce your risk of pregnancy complications.
Steps you can take to encourage a healthy pregnancy include:
Maintaining a healthy weight
Eating a nutritious diet
Avoiding drugs, alcohol, and tobacco
Limiting caffeine
Taking prenatal vitamins
What tests might I need with a high-risk pregnancy?
Depending on your unique high-risk pregnancy experience, Dr. Morales may recommend specific tests to monitor your health and the health of your baby, such as:
Ultrasound
Amniocentesis
Cordocentesis
Lab tests
What are complications of a high-risk pregnancy?
High-risk pregnancies can cause a variety of potentially dangerous conditions that may affect you or your baby. As an expert in high-risk obstetrics, Dr. Morales works with you to reduce your risk of common pregnancy complications, including:
Excessive bleeding
Preeclampsia
Infection
Preterm labor and delivery
Miscarriage
Abnormalities in the placenta
Understanding your risk factors for pregnancy problems can help you make necessary changes in your life to promote a healthy pregnancy and reduce stress. To learn more about staying healthy during pregnancy, call the office of Kelly Morales, OB/GYN, or book an appointment online.
““I absolutely love Dr. Morales. ❤️ She is thorough and sincere, and takes time to answer all of your questions. Never patronizing or rushed. I’ve been astonished in the past, how many practices there are, where you never meet the doctor until the day you deliver, but she’s been there and seen me from the beginning. I’ve always had high risk pregnancies and dealt with a lot of anxiety about all the complications, but she’s made me feel comfortable and confident that I’m in great hands. I’m excited to know she will be delievering my baby! I rave about her everywhere I go.””
