
← Second Opinion - Powered by: Rite Care17 jul · 35 min
Is Your Pregnancy High-Risk? The Warning Signs Every Expecting Mom Should Know (Episode 11)
<p>Welcome to the Second Opinion Podcast, powered by Rite Care — where we cut through the noise to bring you clear, expert-driven insights from leading professionals in medicine and health.</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode, we sit down with *Dr. Yaakov Abdelhak, MD*, a board-certified Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist (high-risk pregnancy specialist), to discuss what makes a pregnancy high-risk, how many complications can be prevented, and when it's important to seek a second opinion.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you're planning a pregnancy or already expecting, Dr. Abdelhak shares practical advice to help mothers make informed decisions and give their babies the healthiest possible start.</p><p><br /></p><p>Together, we discuss:</p><p><br /></p><p>• What is considered a high-risk pregnancy</p><p>• The most common risk factors and how to reduce them</p><p>• What you can do to help keep your pregnancy healthy</p><p>• When a C-section is medically necessary</p><p>• Can you lower your chances of needing a C-section?</p><p>• Warning signs that shouldn't be ignored during pregnancy</p><p>• When it's appropriate to seek a second opinion</p><p>• How to advocate for yourself and your baby throughout pregnancy</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you're a first-time mom or growing your family, this episode provides expert guidance to help you navigate pregnancy with greater confidence and peace of mind.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Contact Information</strong></p><p>Dr. Yaakov Abdelhak — Maternal Resources</p><p>Phone: (201) 487-8600</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Sponsors</strong></p><p>Rite Care — At home, a call away. (732) 292-5665</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_secondopinion_podcast/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a></p><p>Subscribe on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheSecondOpinionPodcast-t5w" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a></p><p><br /></p><p>Submit questions for future guests:</p><p>[info@secondop-us.com](mailto:info@secondop-us.com)</p>