High-Risk Pregnancy Care
Specialist monitoring and proactive medical management for complex pregnancies, keeping you and your baby safe at every milestone.
High-Risk Monitoring
Gestational Care
Specialist Support
Overview
High-risk pregnancy care gives you specialist monitoring and a calm, experienced hand when your pregnancy needs closer attention, so nothing is missed.
Whether it's a pre-existing condition or a complication that develops during pregnancy, Dr. Fehmida Shaikh stays closely involved through to delivery.
What’s included
Specialist monitoring and check-ups
Management of pregnancy complications
Inpatient care when needed
Close coordination through delivery
CARE TYPE
High-Risk Obstetrics
Consult with
Dr. Fehmida Shaikh
Availability
Mon–Sat, by appointment
Who it’s for
For expecting mothers with a high-risk pregnancy who want experienced, hands-on specialist care.
Understanding high-risk pregnancy
What makes a pregnancy high-risk
- Pre-existing conditions (diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders)
- Maternal age under 17 or over 35
- Multiple pregnancy (twins or more)
- A previous complicated pregnancy or delivery
- Conditions that develop during pregnancy (gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia)
What closer monitoring looks like
- More frequent antenatal check-ups
- Additional ultrasounds and growth scans
- Blood pressure and blood sugar tracking
- Foetal heart rate and movement monitoring
When to seek care
- Severe or persistent headaches
- Sudden swelling of hands, face or feet
- Reduced foetal movement
- Vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage
- Any symptom that feels different or concerning — call rather than wait
Care at Fehmida Hospital
- Dr. Fehmida Shaikh stays closely involved from diagnosis through delivery
- Coordinated inpatient care when admission is needed
- Access to CritiCare Asia Hospitals and Surya Hospital, Santacruz for higher-level facility needs
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear, compassionate answers to the questions patients ask Dr. Fehmida Shaikh most often.
What medical conditions categorize a pregnancy as high-risk?
High-risk factors include advanced maternal age (over 35), pre-existing or gestational diabetes, chronic hypertension or preeclampsia, thyroid disorders, previous recurrent miscarriages, twin/multiple pregnancies, fibroids in pregnancy, or previous C-section deliveries.
How does management differ for a high-risk pregnancy?
High-risk pregnancies receive more frequent antenatal check-ups, serial fetal biometry and color Doppler ultrasounds, intensive blood pressure and blood sugar tracking, and tailored medication adjustments under Dr. Fehmida Shaikh's direct oversight.
How is gestational diabetes managed during pregnancy?
We employ comprehensive glucose monitoring, personalised medical nutritional therapy, and, if required, safe insulin regimens. Continuous fetal monitoring ensures healthy growth and prevents complications such as macrosomia.
Can women with preeclampsia have a safe delivery?
Yes. With proactive blood pressure monitoring, urine protein screening, prophylactic medications, and timely planned delivery, preeclampsia is safely managed to protect both maternal and infant health.
What arrangements exist if intensive neonatal care (NICU) is needed?
Dr. Fehmida Shaikh holds consulting privileges at premier tertiary hospitals in Mumbai, including Surya Hospital (Santacruz) and CritiCare Asia Hospitals, providing seamless access to advanced Level-3 NICU facilities whenever required.
Can I attempt a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean) at Fehmida Hospital?
VBAC eligibility depends on the type of previous uterine scar, interval between pregnancies, pelvic dimensions, and fetal weight. Dr. Shaikh conducts a thorough clinical assessment to determine if a trial of labour after Caesarean is safe for you.
Other services we provide
Core Care
Obstetrics & Maternity Care
Complete pregnancy care from your first scan through delivery, guided by a senior obstetrician with decades of experience.
Core Care
Gynaecology & Women's Health
Diagnosis and treatment for the full range of gynaecological conditions, at every stage of life.
Core Care
Well-Woman & Menopause Care
Well-woman health checks and menopause care give you a space to talk through changes in your body at any life stage, without feeling rushed.
