High Risk Pregnancy & Maternal & Fetal Medicine

Pregnancy is an important time, and some women may need extra care to help keep both mom and baby healthy. Saint Alphonsus provides advanced care for pregnant women, unborn babies, and newborns across our health system. We combine expert medical care with additional support services to help families achieve the best possible outcomes.

Maternal-Fetal Medicine (High-Risk Pregnancy Care)

Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialists care for women with high-risk pregnancies. These experts work closely with your regular OB provider to monitor your pregnancy and create a care plan that meets your specific needs.

Saint Alphonsus Maternal-Fetal Medicine is accredited by the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) and offers advanced ultrasound services for women with high-risk pregnancies. Our highly trained physicians have extensive experience caring for mothers and babies during complicated pregnancies.

Our goal is to help you have the healthiest pregnancy and delivery possible.

What is a high-risk pregnancy?

A pregnancy may be considered high-risk for many reasons, including:

• A medical condition you had before becoming pregnant
• Being younger than 18 or older than 35
• A genetic condition in you or your family
• Pregnancy-related complications

Conditions We Treat

Our specialists help manage many conditions, including:

• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Diabetes
• Lupus and other autoimmune diseases
• Thyroid disorders
• Blood clotting disorders (thrombophilias)
• Preterm labor or a history of early delivery
• Fetal growth concerns or birth defects
• Previous pregnancy loss or stillbirth
• Multiple previous C-sections
• Blood incompatibility issues (isoimmunization)
• Placenta conditions, including placenta previa and placenta accreta

Perinatal Services

We offer a variety of testing and screening services during pregnancy, including:

• First-trimester screening
• Chorionic villus sampling (CVS)
• Genetic amniocentesis
• Routine screening ultrasounds for low-risk pregnancies
• Detailed ultrasounds for high-risk pregnancies
• Fetal echocardiograms to evaluate a baby's heart

If a health concern is identified before birth, our Maternal-Fetal Medicine team works closely with neonatal specialists and pediatric experts to develop the best care plan for your baby.

Genetic Counseling

Our certified Perinatal Genetic Counselors help families understand inherited conditions and learn about genetic screening and testing options during pregnancy.

Genetic counseling services include:

• Preconception counseling: Evaluation before pregnancy to identify possible risks based on medical history, previous pregnancies, or genetic conditions.
• Genetic risk assessment: Support for families with a history of genetic disorders, birth defects, or pregnancies in women age 35 and older.
• Prenatal screening reviews: Explanation of test results and guidance on available options.

For families in rural communities, telemedicine appointments are available to make these specialized services easier to access.

For more information, contact Molly Grow, MS, Licensed Genetic Counselor or Morgan Tolley, GC.

Contact us

Saint Alphonsus Maternal Fetal Medicine
Phone: 208-302-1100
Fax: 208-302-1155

Boise
900 N. Liberty, Suite 206, Boise, ID 83704
Phone: 208-302-1100
Fax: 208-302-1155

Nampa
4424 E. Flamingo Rd. Suite 220, Nampa, ID 83687
Phone: 208-302-1100
Fax: 208-302-1155

At Saint Alphonsus, our specialists work together to provide expert care and support for mothers, babies, and families throughout pregnancy and beyond.