As a woman’s health advocate and expert, Dr. Gaither has appeared in national consumer health and lifestyle outlets discussing topics ranging from conception to prenatal diagnosis.
The top 10 breastfeeding myths debunked by science
By Cradlewise Staff, Sept 2022 MYTH 3: Breastfeeding causes breasts to sag. FACT: Be honest—you’ve probably wondered, “Does breastfeeding make your boobs sag?” But you can’t pin sagging on nursing alone. Breastfeeding [...]
Your Vagina After Childbirth
By Jennifer Post, Aug 31, 2022 Kecia Gaither, M.D., a board-certified OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine specialist in the Bronx, New York, said tearing is relatively common. "The need, or not, is determined [...]
Bipolar Disorder and Pregnancy: What to Expect and How to Manage the Risks
By Sarah Sheppard, Aug 31, 2022 Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, MS/MBA, FACOG, Director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx, advises cautious use of lithium [...]
Third Trimester Pregnancy Must-Haves
By Brigitt Earley, Aug 30, 2022 “Some of the same symptoms are present in both the second and third trimesters,” says Kecia Gaither, M.D., M.P.H, F.A.C.O.G., a double board-certified physician in [...]
Second Trimester Pregnancy Must-Haves
By Brigitt Earley, Aug 29, 2022 No two pregnancies or bodies are the same, and the symptoms vary greatly from person to person. You may notice things like stretch marks, swelling, [...]
What Do Contractions Feel Like?
By Helen Massy, Aug 29, 2022 Braxton Hicks contractions also don't result in cervical change, whereas regular contractions do, added Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine, and director of [...]
Exercise During Pregnancy
By Stacey L. Nash, Aug 25, 2022 Medically reviewed by Dr. Kecia Gaither Click HERE for the full article.
20 Pregnancy Sex Positions That’ll Keep You Feeling Both Hot *and* Comfy
By Jill Hamilton, Aug 24, 2022 “Pregnancy causes an increase in vaginal secretions, breast sensitivity, and increased blood flow in the pelvic region,” says director of perinatal services at NYC Health [...]
This Newly-Approved Drug Can Keep Chronic Yeast Infections Away for 2 Years
By Alyssa Hui, Aug 19, 2022 “It works by inhibiting an enzyme that the fungus needs to make its protective outer covering,” Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, Director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal [...]
What You Need To Know About The Recent Mama Roo Infant Swings Recall
By Erin Marie, Aug 18, 2022 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that in 2020, accidental suffocation and strangulation in bed accounted for 27% of infant deaths. [...]
Just 11 of the Best CBD Lube Options Worth Checking Out
By Corinne Sullivan and Carina Hsieh, Aug 18, 2022 And while you may be a bit wary about CBD lubes (especially if you have sensitive skin), CBD-infused lubes are totally safe, and splurging for [...]
Are Hot Flashes Worse for Black Women Than White Women?
By Sheryl Nance-Nash, Aug 18, 2022 “Black women have an accumulation of chronic stress from living in a race conscious society,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, director of perinatal services and maternal fetal medicine [...]
Mama Roo Infant Swings from 4moms Recalled: What to Know
By George Citroner, Aug 16, 2022 Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln [...]
Postpartum Re-entry & Tips for Heading Back into the Workforce
By Alicia Lue, Aug 15, 2022 Dr. Kecia Gaither, double board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal Fetal Medicine says “going back to work after birth can result in a [...]
TikTok Video Goes Viral Making False Claim Some Tampons Cause Cancer
By Julia Ries, Aug 12, 2022 Dr. Kecia Gaither, an OB/GYN and maternal fetal medicine physician, and Director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, says that titanium [...]
You’re Not Pregnant. It’s an Ovarian Cyst!
By Bonnie Azoulay Elmann, Aug 4, 2022 There are a few types of ovarian cysts and most regress on their own. But some can become large, cause a distended belly and [...]
Migraines Linked to Pregnancy Complications, Study Says
By Helen Massy, Aug 4, 2022 Research indicates that individuals suffering from migraine headaches have an increased risk of coronary artery disease and stroke, said Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN and [...]
Questions on Transvaginal Mesh for Vaginal Prolapse Remain After Study
By Helen Massy, Aug 2, 2022 Transvaginal mesh is a synthetic, net-like material that is used to provide support in repairing weakened or damaged tissue, explained Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN [...]
Doctors Explain Why You Might Get a Chronic Cough While Pregnant
By Sydni Ellis, July 22, 2022 It's also possible that your pregnancy is depressing your immune system, said Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal fetal medicine, and director of [...]
The Connection Between Migraines With Aura and Birth Control
By Izzie Price, July 21, 2022 Kecia Gaither, M.D., director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in New York City, described a migraine as a "severe [...]
