Gestational Diabetes · Preeclampsia · Twin Pregnancy · Advanced Age · Recurrent Miscarriage — Handled with Precision by Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy
MBBS, DGO, Diploma in ART – Germany | 19+ Years Experience | TGMC Reg: 50624
3,000+ Safe Deliveries | Boduppal, Hyderabad & Prashanthi Hospital, Choutuppal
A pregnancy is considered high-risk when the mother, the baby, or both face a higher-than-normal chance of complications during pregnancy or delivery. This does not mean a bad outcome is inevitable — it simply means the pregnancy requires more specialised monitoring, more frequent visits, and a carefully planned approach to keep both mother and baby safe.
At Mother Hospitals, Dr. E. Prashanthi Reddy has managed hundreds of high-risk pregnancies over 19+ years. With advanced fetal monitoring, expert multidisciplinary coordination, and personalised birth planning, most high-risk mothers go on to deliver healthy babies.
Ideally, as early as possible — before 12 weeks. If you have a pre-existing condition, a history of pregnancy loss, or a previous complicated delivery, a first-trimester risk assessment allows us to put the right monitoring plan in place from day one.
Every condition is different. Dr. Prashanthi Reddy tailors a monitoring and management plan specific to your diagnosis and your baby's needs.
Blood sugar that develops during pregnancy. Managed with personalised diet plans, blood glucose monitoring, insulin therapy when needed, and close third-trimester fetal surveillance.
High blood pressure with organ involvement after 20 weeks. We monitor blood pressure, kidney function, and fetal wellbeing closely, adjusting medication and planning delivery timing to protect mother and baby.
Twins carry a higher risk of preterm birth, growth discordance, and twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. Our team provides specialised scanning and targeted support from the first trimester.
Two or more consecutive pregnancy losses require thorough investigation — genetic, immunological, anatomical, and hormonal. A personalised protocol is designed to carry the next pregnancy safely to term.
Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can affect fetal brain development and pregnancy outcomes if uncontrolled. We monitor thyroid levels frequently and adjust dosage throughout all three trimesters.
Babies growing below the 10th percentile and cases of low-lying placenta or placenta praevia require careful Doppler monitoring and timely delivery planning to prevent stillbirth or haemorrhage.
A structured, evidence-based pathway — from first consultation to safe delivery — so you always know what to expect next.
A thorough review of your medical and obstetric history, blood tests (thyroid, glucose, clotting factors, TORCH screen), and a nuchal translucency scan. We identify and categorise every risk factor early so nothing is missed.
High-risk pregnancies receive more frequent growth scans (typically every 2–4 weeks from mid-pregnancy), Doppler studies of the umbilical artery and middle cerebral artery, and biophysical profile assessments to track fetal wellbeing in real time.
When needed, we coordinate with cardiologists for heart disease in pregnancy, endocrinologists for diabetes or thyroid conditions, neonatologists for anticipated preterm deliveries, and haematologists for clotting disorders — bringing the right expertise to your care.
Every high-risk mother receives a documented birth plan well before her due date. This covers the mode of delivery (vaginal vs caesarean), the timing of delivery, pain relief options, and contingency plans — so there are no surprises in the delivery room.
For pregnancies where early delivery may be necessary — such as severe preeclampsia, IUGR, or uncontrolled diabetes — our neonatal intensive care team is prepared in advance. Antenatal corticosteroid injections are given to mature the baby's lungs when preterm birth is anticipated.
MBBS, DGO, Diploma in Assisted Reproductive Technology — Kiel University, Germany
TGMC Registration: 50624 | 19+ Years of Clinical Experience
3,000+ Safe Deliveries | 4.7★ Rating with 500+ Patient Reviews
Locations: Mother Hospitals, Boduppal, Hyderabad & Prashanthi Hospital, Choutuppal
A pregnancy is considered high-risk when the mother or baby faces a higher-than-normal chance of complications. The most common conditions include:
High-risk pregnancies require significantly more frequent monitoring than routine pregnancies. In addition to the standard dating scan (6–8 weeks), NT scan (11–14 weeks), and anomaly scan (18–20 weeks), you will typically need growth scans and Doppler studies every 2 to 4 weeks from mid-pregnancy onwards. Some conditions — such as twin-to-twin transfusion or severe IUGR — may need even more frequent monitoring. Dr. Prashanthi Reddy will create a personalised scan schedule at your first appointment.
Many women with high-risk pregnancies deliver vaginally — including those with gestational diabetes (if well-controlled), thyroid disorders, advanced maternal age, and even some twin pregnancies. The mode of delivery depends on your specific condition, the baby's presentation, your cervical readiness, and how the pregnancy progresses overall. Conditions such as complete placenta praevia or certain severe IUGR cases will require a planned caesarean. Your personalised birth plan will be discussed in detail at least six to eight weeks before your due date.
Gestational diabetes, when uncontrolled, can lead to a large baby (macrosomia), increased risk of caesarean delivery, premature birth, and low blood sugar in the newborn after delivery. However, when managed proactively — with a personalised diet plan, regular blood glucose monitoring, and medication (tablets or insulin) where indicated — most women with gestational diabetes go on to have perfectly healthy babies. Our team monitors both mother and baby closely through the third trimester with serial growth scans to ensure the baby is not growing too large.
Preeclampsia is characterised by high blood pressure (above 140/90 mmHg) combined with protein in the urine, typically developing after 20 weeks. At Mother Hospitals we take a proactive approach: we monitor blood pressure regularly, assess kidney function and liver enzymes, and use Doppler scans to check placental blood flow and fetal wellbeing. Treatment involves blood pressure medication to keep readings safe for both mother and baby. In severe cases — or if the pregnancy is at or near term — early delivery is planned to protect the mother from serious complications such as eclampsia (seizures) or HELLP syndrome. You will always have a clear, safe plan and never be left uncertain about next steps.
Simply call us on 97059 93366 or 97059 93355, or send a WhatsApp message to 90520 74999 to book your first appointment. Please bring all previous pregnancy reports, scan films, blood test results, and any referral letter from your gynaecologist or physician. The earlier you come in — ideally before 12 weeks — the more effectively we can plan your care. Dr. Prashanthi Reddy will review your full history and design a monitoring plan tailored to your specific condition and risk profile.
3,000+ safe deliveries. 19+ years of experience. A specialist who knows your name and your history. Start your care at Mother Hospitals today — early assessment makes all the difference.
Boduppal: Mon–Sun · 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM | Prashanthi Hospital, Choutuppal: Tue–Sun · 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM