High-risk pregnancy

The latest news and patient stories about high-risk pregnancy from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Reid Van Wagoner and Marcy Van Wagoner on the beach in San Diego

Sharing inspiration: A NICU nurse and pro surfer daughter

A NICU nurse of 30 years and her professional surfer daughter inspire each other through strength, preparation and perseverance.

Alex Robles SCV NICU volunteer with care bags

Former NICU patient creates care bags for others

Hospital volunteer, Alexandra “Alex” Robles, turns her own birth story into a chance to support parents navigating NICU stays at Sharp Mary Birch Chula Vista.

Dr. George Sakoulas and Jane Westfall at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns in San Diego

How one call changed everything for a local family

A mother and baby are safe today thanks to a doctor who listened to his instincts.

David Waitley, Sydney Sachs and Heidi Waitley of San Diego at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

From high-risk newborn to new mother at Sharp Mary Birch

Sydney, who previously had two kidney transplants at Sharp, gave birth after spending a month in the hospital being monitored during her high-risk pregnancy.

Having a baby after 35: What to know

More women are having babies after 35. Learn what the trend means for pregnancy and why health may matter more than age.

Arriel Stroub of San Diego at Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns

Doctor experiences a different side of medicine

Dr. Nick Saade sees a lot in the emergency room, but he saw a whole new side of medicine when his pregnant wife was diagnosed with preeclampsia.

The woman behind the Sharp Mary Birch name

The name “Mary Birch” is now synonymous with childbirth and women’s health care, a legacy that lives decades after her passing.

Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Women & Newborns 2

Providing care from maternity to menopause (video)

Many women start their health care journey when having a baby and their needs evolve over time. From maternity to menopause, here’s what to consider.

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