Part I: The Basics

• What happens during a normal pregnancy?
• What problems can occur in pregnancy?
• Why is my pregnancy considered high risk?

Part 2: Prenatal Testing

• What is prenatal testing? When are more specialized prenatal tests needed?
• What are the benefits of prenatal testing? Will testing help reduce my risk of problems in pregnancy?
• What prenatal tests are available? What do they show?

Part 3: Preexisting Risks: Mother's Health

• Why am I considered to be high-risk just becuase I am over 35? How does my age affect my risk for complications?
• I do a lot of running and sports, and my doctor told me I should cut back on some of my activities. Why? Isn't exercise good during pregnancy?
• Why does my doctor think that I may be at risk for preterm labor or other complications?

Part 4: Preexisting Risks: Baby's Health

• What sorts of health problems can occur in an unborn baby?
• How are prenatal health problems or risks diagnosed?
• Can anything be done to treat my unborn baby's health problems?

Part 5: Complications Arising in Pregnancy

• What is iron-deficiency anemia?
• What is placenta previa?
• What triggers preterm labor? Can Preterm labor be stopped?

Part 6: Syptoms to Watch

• How can I tell the difference between normal symptoms and those that need special attention?
• What are common symptoms of high blood pressure?
• What are the symptoms of preterm labor? How can I distinguish preterm labor from Braxton-Hicks contractions?

Part 7: Prevention and Treatment of Complications

• Should I avoid certain foods or medications?
• Are injections to prevent preterm labor effective?
• Why do I need to have so many ultra-sound exams?

Part 8: Daily Concerns in High-Risk Pregnancy

• Are there alternatives to bed rest that would allow me to keep working? Are there resources to help support my family?
• I'm so worried about my baby's health that I am losing sleep, and the stress is making the situation worse. What can I do?
• Are support groups or health professionals available for women during a high-risk pregnancy?

Part 9: Facing Loss in High-Risk Pregnancy

• I've already lost two pregnancies, and I'm afraid of losing this one. Can I do anything to lower my risk of another miscarriage?
• I'm at high risk fror preterm labor and am worried about the harw earlm early delivery could do to my baby. How early is too early? What are the baby's changes of survival if he or she comes early?
• What causes a baby to be stillborn? Is there some way to prevent stillbirth?