Updated: 2026 If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and have sickle cell disease (SCD), there are steps you can take to help protect your health and your baby’s health. SCD can increase the risk of serious complications during pregnancy and after giving birth. Getting early and regular prenatal care and working with healthcare providers who have experience caring for people with SCD can help you manage these risks and support a healthy pregnancy. Image: Sickle ce
