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.
Bleeding After Menopause Should Never Be Ignored
By Coralle Skye, Mar 10, 2022 Postmenopausal bleeding affects approximately 10 percent of women older than age 55, and it can be a frightening experience when the cause is unknown. The main [...]
Not All Menstrual Cycles Are Created Equal
By Megan Deak, Mar 8, 2022 "The 'average' menstrual cycle for an adult not on birth control is between 24 and 28 days, with five to seven days of bleeding," [...]
Irregular Periods Linked to Liver Disorder: What to Know
By Julia Ries on Mar 8, 2022 “Early implementation of diet and lifestyle changes would be paramount for this subset of women as, to my knowledge, no medication exists to [...]
What Medicines Should Pregnant Women Avoid?
By Bonnie Azoulay Elmann, Mar 3, 2022 "As a general rule, medications that are contraindicated in pregnancy are: NSAIDs, Isotretinoin, (ACE) inhibitors, ciprofloxacin, Coumadin, methotrexate [and] tetracyclines," said Kecia Gaither, M.D., [...]
Dr. Gaither was published in Harlem World
“Vessels” By Dr. Kecia Gaither Posted on 03/03/2022 Click HERE for the full article.
13 Best Heating Pads for Cramps
By Bianca Nieves, Mar 3, 2022 We reached out to Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in OB/GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Director of Perinatal Services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in [...]
Dr. Gaither was featured in We are the Faces of Black Maternal Health™
We are the Faces of Black Maternal Health™ Click HERE to listen.
What it means to be born with a veil: All about this rare (and lucky) birth wonder
By Nicole Fabian-Weber, Feb 25, 2022 “An en caul birth is an incredibly rare event where the baby is born encased in their amniotic sac,” explains Dr. Kecia Gaither, who’s double board-certified in [...]
Can I Eat Ceviche While Pregnant?
By Hedy Phillips, Feb 25, 2022 "Ceviche is made of raw uncooked seafood," says Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, who is double board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine, and is [...]
Help! My Vulva Itches!
By Izzie Price, February 25, 2022 "Any woman of any age can be affected by vulvitis," said Kecia Gaither, M.D., director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx, [...]
The 17 Best Natural Lubes For A Happy Vagina, According To Gynecologists And Sexperts
By Korin Miller, FEB 23, 2022 Evening primrose is often used as a moisturizer for people with inflammatory conditions like eczema and psoriasis, but it can also be used as a natural [...]
Kids Who Got COVID-19 Vaccine Had Less Than 1 in Million Risk for MIS-C
by George Citroner on Feb 23, 2022 “It’s a rare condition associated with COVID-19 infection in which multi-organ systems within the body become inflamed – inclusive of the heart, lungs, brain, [...]
10 Best Heating Pads for Even the Most Painful Period Cramps
By Leah Campano, Feb 22, 2022 “The uterus is a big muscle. Uterine contractions during [menstruation] occur to expel the shedding uterine lining,” explains Dr. Kecia Gaither, a double board-certified physician in [...]
The 3 Best Natural Remedies for a Yeast Infection, and 4 to Avoid
By Molly Triffin, Feb 22, 2022 First things first: "Once the symptoms of a yeast infection occur, it's best to contact your health provider for a confirmatory evaluation and treatment [...]
What to Know About Perineum Tearing During Childbirth
By Wendy Porter Lynn, Feb 21, 2022 Gaither explained that perineal massage increases "elasticity to the tissues, hopefully to allow stretching over the baby's head without tearing." Click HERE for the full [...]
How to Check If Your Infant Formula Is Being Recalled Over Bacteria Concerns
By Gillian Mohney, Feb 21, 2022 According to Dr. Kecia Gaither, double board certified in OB-GYN and maternal fetal medicine, and director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in [...]
Is It Okay to Have Sex With a COVID-19 Infection If Your Partner Is Vaccinated?
By Sydni Ellis, Feb 17, 2022 "If one tests positive, it's best to follow guidelines and quarantine until negative tests can be had to avoid infecting other individuals," said Kecia Gaither, [...]
Here’s Why You Could Be Feeling Sick Without A Positive Pregnancy Test
By Cat Bowen, Updated: Feb. 17, 2022 Typically, morning sickness — which is notoriously incorrectly named, as it can occur at any time of day — subsides by the end of the first trimester. It’s estimated [...]
When You Stop Wearing Underwear, This Is What Happens To Your Body
By Ashley Collins, Feb 16, 2022 Whether you feel gross about the idea of going commando or you're all for freeing your lady bits, it may not be a bad idea [...]
Sometimes Postpartum Depression Presents Later Than Expected
By Grace Gallagher, Feb 16, 2022 Kecia Gaither, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., double board-certified in OB-GYN and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and director of Perinatal Services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx, [...]
