Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with a high risk pregnancy.

High risk pregnancy: Do: consult your doctor prior to getting pregnant; plan your pregnancy; start Folic Acid prior to pregnancy. Don't: stop medications unless told to by your doctor; stop asking your doctor questions; stop following instructions.

Ignore: Don't miss any follow up appointments continue to take prenatal vitamins.

Ignore: There are many types of high risk pregnancies. Staying on a healthy diet is key for all of them.

Ignore: Do keep appointments. Do go to the hospital where your doctor is on staff.

Ignore: If you have a had a preterm delivery, Progesterone shots with next pregnancy can decrease recurrenc.

Ignore: If you are high risk find a good high risk OB before you get pregnant and have a consult.

Ignore: Stay in touch with your obstetrician. Avoid long trips in the third trimester.

Ignore: Do listen to your OB's instruction. Do not ignore any warning sign of Labor.

Ignore: Listen and follow your doctor's instructions. Bed rest if needed.

Ignore: DO follow OB's instructions. DO report any unusual symptoms immediately. DO enjoy your baby!

Ignore: Keeping a close watch on fetal movements is key. Watch your weight. Eat healthy. Keep your appts.

Ignore: Keep all scheduled appointments with your doctor. Let your doctor know about anything that changes.

Ignore: Ensure you have a copy of your records if you plan to travel over the holiday season.

Ignore: Discuss with your provider the possibility of steroids if there is a risk of preterm birth.

Ignore: Be very compliant with any recommendations from your obstetrician. Relax. Relax. Relax.

Ignore: Trust your doctor but a second opinion won't hurt. Eat a balanced diet. Be emotionally balanced.