High-Risk Pregnancy

Sometimes having a baby is more complicated than usual. A pregnancy is considered high-risk when there are potential issues that could affect you, your baby, or both of you.

Complications could result from a mother-to-be who:

Has an existing diagnosis of diabetes or hypertension
Is over the age of 35
Had previous pregnancy complications
Has given multiple births

If problems do occur, you need the most advanced care available.

Collaboration with UW Health and Meriter Hospital

Our team of experts offers a spectrum of diagnostic services to assess and treat high-risk pregnancies. Through a collaboration with UW Health and Meriter Hospital Maternal-Fetal Medicine, we also provide:

Advanced fetal screenings for all women near the 20th week of pregnancy
Evaluation and consultation for high-risk pregnancy
Seamless link to advanced hospital services

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist

A maternal-fetal medicine specialist, also called a perinatologist, is an obstetrician who has received additional education and can evaluate, diagnose, and monitor high-risk pregnancies. These physicians come to Watertown Regional Medical Center and are on-site regularly. Their goal is to make a high-risk situation less stressful for you and your baby, and help ensure a healthier pregnancy and a safer delivery.

About Perinatology

Next Steps

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'Baby-Friendly'

Watertown Regional Medical Center has been designated as a 'Baby-Friendly' hospital by Baby-Friendly USA.

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