High Risk Obstetrics

The special guidance needed for care during high risk pregnancy, labor and after birth..

  1. Comprehensive Prenatal Care

  • Personalized Prenatal Visits: Regular check-ups to monitor the health of both mother and baby throughout pregnancy.
  • Nutritional Guidance: Expert advice on a healthy diet, vitamins, and supplements during pregnancy.
  • Routine Screenings: Blood tests, glucose screening, and genetic testing to ensure a healthy pregnancy.
  • Prenatal Education: Providing information on what to expect during pregnancy, childbirth preparation, and newborn care.

 

  1. Management of High-Risk Pregnancies

  • Gestational Diabetes: Specialized care to manage blood sugar levels, including diet, medication, and monitoring.
  • Hypertension (Pre-eclampsia): Monitoring blood pressure and offering treatments to manage risks for both mother and baby.
  • Multiple Pregnancies (Twins/Triplets): Tailored care plans to handle the complexities of multiple gestations.
  • Previous Pregnancy Complications: Managing pregnancies after previous complications such as preterm birth, miscarriages, or caesarean sections.
  • Advanced Maternal Age: Care for mothers over 35 to address the unique risks and considerations for older pregnancies.

 

  1. Ultrasound & Fetal Monitoring

  • Routine Ultrasounds: Early pregnancy scans, detailed anatomy scans, and growth monitoring to track fetal development.
  • Doppler Ultrasound: Specialized imaging to assess the baby’s blood flow and detect signs of fetal distress or complications.
  • Non-Stress Tests (NST): Monitoring the baby’s heart rate to ensure fetal well-being, especially in high-risk cases.
  • Fetal Biophysical Profile: A detailed assessment of fetal health, including breathing movements, muscle tone, and amniotic fluid levels.

 

  1. Labor & Delivery Support

  • Birth Planning: Creating a personalized birth plan, whether you’re planning for a vaginal delivery or caesarean section.
  • High-Risk Labor Management: Continuous monitoring and expert care during labor for conditions such as preterm labor, breech position, or fetal distress.
  • Caesarean Section (C-Section): Expertise in performing planned or emergency caesarean sections for the safety of both mother and baby.
  • Pain Management Options: Offering a range of options from epidurals to natural methods for pain relief during labor.

 

  1. Postpartum Care

  • Postpartum Recovery: Monitoring physical recovery after delivery, including uterine healing, wound care (if C-section), and overall health.
  • Breastfeeding Support: Lactation counselling and assistance for new mothers facing challenges with breastfeeding.
  • Postpartum Depression & Mental Health: Screening and support for mental health issues such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.
  • Family Planning & Contraception: Counselling on contraception and family planning after delivery, including options like IUDs and birth control pills.
  • Postpartum Follow-Up: Ensuring a smooth transition into motherhood with regular check-ups for both mother and baby.
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