This week on Calling in Sick, I'm sitting down (AGAIN!) with Dr. Tracy Shevell, a maternal-fetal medicine specialist (aka high-risk pregnancy OBGYN), to demystify everything about what a high-risk pregnancy actually means and is. So whether you have a chronic illness, you're newly pregnant, or you're just trying to understand if you need to see an MFM… this episode is your full 411.

We're diving into:
🩺 What is an MFM? — the OB/GYN subspecialty most people have never heard of, and why it matters
⏰ When to actually see an MFM — and why pre-conception appointments are a great idea
🚩 What "high-risk" actually means — maternal conditions, fetal conditions, and everything in between
💊 The medication myth that needs to die — why stopping your meds during pregnancy is often more dangerous than staying on them
📝 The phrase that changes everything — what to say when you feel dismissed at an appointment

And of course… reach out to us with any questions!!!

xx,

Alex

💬 Comment: what’s your biggest question around high-risk pregnancy?

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Intro:

00:00:00 Welcome back to Calling in Sick!

Understanding MFM and High-Risk Pregnancies:

00:00:41 What is an MFM (Maternal Fetal Medicine) doctor?

00:06:51 Who needs to see a high-risk OB-GYN?

00:13:50 What to expect at first MFM appointments

00:20:16 The TRUTH about stopping meds and pregnancy

00:27:03 Conditions that are contraindications to pregnancy

00:37:11 Managing stress, anxiety, and depression during pregnancy

00:38:36 Building a "village" and practical registry ideas

00:44:06 Preparing for MFM appointments and asking the right questions

Conclusion:

00:49:03 Understanding hospital admissions and late-pregnancy monitoring

00:55:18 Final advice for "chronic illness girlies" considering pregnancy

01:05:01 Thank you for listening!

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