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.
Yes, birth control helps with cramps but some methods are better than others
By Sara Lindberg, 12/13/19 Bottom of FormThat's why Dr. Kecia Gaither, MD, an OB-GYN and Director of Perinatal Services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln recommends women take combination contraceptive pills that [...]
Your Guide to Dealing with a Positive STI Diagnosis
By Gabrielle Kassel, December 12, 2019 The truth is, anyone you've been sexual with since your last negative STI test could have the same STI. "Once diagnosed, it's best for your partner(s) [...]
6 Cringe-Worthy Sexual Health Myths, According to Ob/Gyns
Dec. 12, 2019 No itching, burning, or pain? You’re not necessarily in the clear. “Chlamydia, gonorrhea, HPV, hepatitis B, and HIV are all sexually transmitted diseases that often have no [...]
Are Your Bath Bombs Vagina Safe?
by Morgan Mandriota, Dec 11, 2019 “While bath bombs are fragrant, pretty, and offer the joy of a luxurious bath experience, they have the potential to affect the delicate skin of [...]
8 Wellness Trends We’d Like To Leave Behind In 2019
By Julia Ries, 12/10/2019 “Fad dieting with severe calorie cutting in an attempt to lose weight can be damaging to the body. Often the exact opposite to what is expected occurs — [...]
There’s A Non-Invasive Procedure That Can Lighten Heavy Periods
By Brittany Anas, 12/5/19 As for the procedure’s efficacy, it can reduce heavy bleeding or stop it altogether, says Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in ob-gyn and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Director [...]
9 PERCENT OF BIRTH CONTROL PILL USERS GET PREGNANT EVERY YEAR—THIS NEW PILL COULD CHANGE THAT
By Kells McPhillips, December 5, 2019 “With a progestin-only pill, timing is important to maintain a steady-state of the hormonal concentration in the body, thus preventing pregnancy,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, [...]
40 Women You Didn’t Know Had a Miscarriage
Kelly Bryant, Updated: Nov. 26, 2019 According to Kecia Gaither, MD, Director of Perinatal Services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, often miscarriages occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant. [...]
You Can Use a Menstrual Cup Even If You Have an IUD, but Take This Advice
November 25, 2019 by Kacie Main "IUDs and menstrual cups can be used concurrently," Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, an ob-gyn and the director of perinatal services at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, [...]
5 Reasons You Should See a Gynecologist Even If You’re Not Having Sex
By Bonnie Azoulay, November 22, 2019 I, like many others, still check on my ovaries even if I don’t plan on having a baby or sexual partner any time soon. “It’s [...]
Exactly What to Do If a Condom Breaks During Sex, According to Experts
November 21, 2019, by Caitlin Flynn While accidents happen, there are things you can do to make them less likely. Make sure the condoms you have aren't expired, and if [...]
Inducing Labor at 41 Weeks May Be Safer Than ‘Wait and See’ Approach
by George Citroner on November 20, 2019 “[We] assess the cervix, its consistency, dilation, [and] position to determine if a cervical ripening agent is needed to soften and thin out [...]
Things Your Body Is Trying To Tell You When Your Period Comes Early
By Felisa Wiley, NOV 15, 2019 Dr. Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, director of perinatal services at NYC Health and Hospitals/Lincoln, previously told Elite Daily that “the length of a month [...]
Vitamin D Equals Healthy Pregnancy, On The Label And In The Aisle
By Dr. Kecia Gaither, November 15, 2019 Proper nutrition is key to the health of any individual, but perhaps most important to pregnant mothers. The health of women during pregnancy [...]
Here’s When Your Belly Button Will Pop Out During Pregnancy
By Lindsay E. Mack, Nov 11, 2019 Generally, about 20 weeks in is when the pregnancy belly button will pop out, says Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG, double board-certified in OB/GYN and [...]
PSA: Emergency Birth Control and Abortion Pills Are Not the Same Thing
Nov. 7, 2019 “Emergency birth control—which includes different kinds of pills and the copper IUD—helps prevent pregnancy for up to five days after unprotected sex,” says Kecia Gaither, MD, director of [...]
Is It Normal to Have Yellow Discharge During Pregnancy?
by Marygrace Taylor, Reviewed on November 22, 2019 Dr. Gaither was an expert resource for this piece. If you're familiar with typical pregnancy symptoms, you might already know that increased vaginal discharge [...]
What’s the Difference Between a Doula and a Midwife?
By Lizzy Francis, Nov 05 2019 Doulas and midwives serve quite different purposes during delivery — and have different levels of training. One is all about managing a mother’s energy and [...]
Here’s When Your Stomach Gets Hard During Pregnancy
By Lindsay E. Mack, Nov 5, 2019 Dr. Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, FACOG explains to Romper via email. In fact, the uterus is actually softened by the hormones associated with pregnancy, she says, [...]
Will Straining When I Poop Hurt My Baby?
By Lindsay E. Mack, Nov 4, 2019 There are other medical reasons why it’s ideal to avoid straining when you go number two, particularly during pregnancy. “If a woman has been [...]
