A pregnancy may need closer monitoring because of an existing condition, a complication during pregnancy or something that happened in an earlier pregnancy. High-risk pregnancy care begins with a review of your health and the findings that led to the referral. Your clinician can explain what they are watching, whether additional tests or specialist visits are needed and how the follow-up schedule may change as the pregnancy progresses.

Bring previous pregnancy records, recent ultrasound and laboratory reports, and a list of medicines. If another doctor is treating a condition such as diabetes or high blood pressure, share their details and any recent readings you were asked to track. Use the appointment to ask how your maternity team will coordinate care and how to reach them between visits. The care plan is tailored to your circumstances and may be reviewed as new information becomes available during the pregnancy.