“High-risk” pregnancy is any pregnancy that carries increased health risks for the pregnant person, fetus or both. People with high-risk pregnancies may need extra care before, during, and after they give birth. This helps to reduce the possibility of complications. People with many preexisting conditions like Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus or multiple sclerosis (MS) Diabetes. Fibroids. High blood pressure. Kidney disease Obesity Polycystic ovary syndrome Thyroid disease.Blood clotting disorders.