Many high-risk pregnancies are unavoidable and have nothing to do with anything you have done. A woman can be at increased risk for complications during pregnancy if she has cardiac or pulmonary problems, various rheumatologic disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, or is under age 17 or over age 35. She may also be at increased risk if she is carrying more than one baby, has a history of pregnancy-related complications such as multiple miscarriages or preterm births, or previously had a baby with complications. A high-risk pregnancy does not automatically mean that something bad is going to happen to your baby. It simply means that because of a medical condition or other situation, you have a higher chance of pregnancy complications. Many high-risk pregnancies have no complications and end with happy and healthy moms and babies. A high-risk pregnancy specialist, or MFM doctor, can guide you through your pregnancy experience. Visit Our OB Resource Guide from UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital