By Eileen Bailey, Jan 11, 2023 “There is a screening test now for gestational diabetes – it is a one-hour glucose challenge test,” said Dr. Kecia Gaither, an OB/GYN and specialist in maternal-fetal medicine as well as the director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx. “If that is abnormal, a three-hour glucose tolerance test [...]
By Happy Sharer, Jan 11, 2023 Air travel is generally considered safe during the first trimester of pregnancy, but there are some important safety guidelines to consider. According to Dr. Kecia Gaither, a double board-certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine, “The general rule of thumb is that if your pregnancy is uncomplicated and you [...]
By Wendy Wisner, Jan 11, 2023 Belly bands refer to flexible tube-like compression devices that cover the abdominal and back area of a pregnant person, says Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, a physician double board-certified in obstetrics/gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine. The term “belly band” is often used to refer to a broad category of abdominal support devices and may [...]
By Sarah Harris, Jan 10, 2023 Kecia Gaither, M.D., the director of perinatal services/maternal-fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City, explained what the typical colors of your period blood should be and what they mean: Pink. "At the start of menstruation, the color of your blood will be pinkish, reflecting a [...]
By Grace Gallagher, Jan 9, 2023 In some cases it may even be reddish or bloody, Kecia Gaither, a double board-certified in OB/GYN, tells Romper. Simply put, the mucus plug protects the uterus from outside bacteria. “Functionally, one can think of it as a ‘cork,’ [a] barrier which along with the amniotic fluid protects the baby from the external [...]
By Devan McGuinness, Jan 6, 2023 Pregnancy nose is an umbrella term for changes in the nose during pregnancy, and experiences can vary. For example, some find themselves with a constant "runny nose," while others may have congestion, swelling, or be more prone to a bloody nose, Kecia Gaither, MD, director of perinatal services at NYC Health + [...]
By María Cristina Lalonde, Jan 06, 2023 Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form on the ovaries, typically during ovulation. Most ovarian cysts are harmless, according to Kecia Gaither, M.D., a board-certified OB-GYN and director of perinatal services/maternal-fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City. It's only when cysts become enlarged, twisted or ruptured that [...]
By Soo Kim , Jan 5, 2023 Dr. Kecia Gaither, a double board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist specializing in maternal fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in New York City, told Newsweek: "Recurrent pregnancy losses—particularly when there exist three or greater losses—require a significant evaluation." Gaither said this would include an evaluation of the parents genetically as well as an evaluation for cervical/uterine [...]
By Fortesa Latifi, January 5, 2023 Abortion pills can be used to induce abortion within the first 10 weeks of pregnancy, according to the FDA. They are safe and effective — Kecia Gaither, MD, an OB/GYN told Teen Vogue that 93 to 98 percent of people who use abortion pills don't need follow-up medical treatments. Experts have long been calling for [...]
By Fortesa Latifi, Jan 4, 2023 Abortion pills can be used to induce abortion within the first 10 weeks of pregnancy, according to the FDA. They are safe and effective – Kecia Gaither, MD, an OB/GYN told Teen Vogue that 93 to 98% of people who use abortion pills don’t need follow-up medical treatments. Experts have long been calling for fewer [...]
