you do not necessarily need a high risk ob. your doctor will be just fine. your age does increase the risk of complications but nothing your physician cannot handle. he/she may refer you to a high risk ob (mfm) to see you several times during the pregnancy for a consultation maybe genetic counseling (due to your age) and maybe a few extra ultrasounds due to your age. you should be able to stay with your ob unless he no longer takes the insurance you now have. .
i am 37 and pregnant with my fourth child. do i need to see a high-risk obstetrician (ob)?