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.
Why Isn’t My Baby Dropping? The Experts Weigh In
Originally Posted on ROMPER By Samantha Darby It's pretty standard when you become a mother to learn a few lessons, like "don't drop the baby." But when you're preparing to [...]
Nine Weird Nipple Things That Are Actually Totally Normal
Posted on Self.com on March 30, 2016 By: Rachel Jacoby Zoldan Little hair here, little bump there? Here’s what’s normal when it comes to your nips—and when you should seek [...]
PREECLAMPSIA: Unnraveling the Mysterious Disease That Affects Pregnant Women
Posted: March 25, 2016 on ParentHerald.com By: Jackie Pasaol Preeclampsia is one of the most common disorders in pregnancy that remained a mystery to many people. Unfortunately, the lack of [...]
Respect the ‘Big P’: A Closer Look at Preeclampsia
Spring has graciously sprung and with it has come new opportunities, new alliances, and of course new perspectives. As a maternal fetal medicine specialist, my daily menu of high-risk complications [...]
11 Early Signs of Pregnancy You Can’t Ignore
Originally Posted on SheKnows.com: February 12, 2016 By Bethany Ramos Early pregnancy symptoms could confirm the big news before you pee on a stick. When it comes to getting pregnant, [...]
Nine Natural Remedies For Cramps That May Help Ease The Pain
Originally Posted on Bustle.com: January 13, 2016 By Toria Sheffield Cramps suck. There's no way around it and no silver lining for that playbook. However, there are some pretty solid [...]
10 Pressing Questions Women ask their OB/GYNs – Answered
By Caroline Olney We've all sat through high school sex ed and we've all been subjected to the "birds and bees" talk, but judging from how many vague queries we've [...]
A Mother’s Heart: The Link Between Pregnancy and Cardiovascular Disease
By Kecia Gaither "The times they are a changing." Indeed, that's a powerful statement. It certainly applies to what's happening in the area ofprenatal care. Women being older and delaying [...]
Seven Ways Essential Oils Can Prevent Pregnancy Woes
By Julie Revelant Essential oils have been used for thousands of years and as women continue to make informed choices during pregnancy and childbirth, they’re also turning to natural remedies [...]
Include Parents in Periviable Birth Plans, Says OB/GYN Groups
By: Molly Walker When periviable (extremely premature) birth occurs or appears inevitable, clinicians should counsel parents or family on expected fetal outcomes as well as appropriate interventions, according to the [...]
9 Natural Menstrual Cramp Remedies That Will Change Your Life…Period!
By Emily Monaco It’s that time of the month again. You’re plagued with monstermenstrualcrampsthat just won’t let up. But instead of cracking out on Midol for a little relief, have [...]
Why So Many Pregnant Women Hate Their Bodies
By: Audrey D. Brashich Kim Kardashian recently admitted that she hates being pregnant. In a recent post on her website and app, she called it “the worst experience” of her [...]
Flu and Whooping Cough Vaccine Combo Safe For Pregnancy
A new study by the journal Obstetrics and Gynecology is helping to reassure pregnant women about the safety of getting the flu and whooping cough vaccines together. By: Jossie Carbonare [...]
The Most Unprotected Sexually Active Teenagers in America
By: Andrea D’Eramo Teenagers are curious – especially about sex. They also have sex. The majority of high school students in the United States – 64% – will have sex [...]
Registry: Blood Disorder Drug Safe For Pregnant Women
Minimal Serious Maternal and Fetal Complications By: Molly Walker Women treated with eculizumab (Soliris) for the rare stem cell disorder paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) experienced minimal maternal and fetal complications [...]
14 Fascinating Things All Women Need To Know About Orgasm
No crazy positions. No regrets. No extreme lingerie. Just these facts that will help pump up your pleasure. Tonight's going to be a good night. By: Camille Noe Pagan When [...]
7 Suprisingly Simple Sex Tips To Help You Conceive Quicker
By: Judy Koutsky Many people have their own theories about what works (and doesn’t work) if you’re trying to get pregnant. I have a friend, for example, who swears that [...]
The Suprising Pelvic Perks of Peeing in The Shower
Should you cut back on Kegels? Goop's Lauren Roxburgh says popping a squat under running water may help you tone up your vaginal muscles By: Jenna Birch Should peeing in [...]
14 Signs You Could Be Anemic
By: Julie Revelant The signs of iron-deficiency anemia can often be subtle and vague, but it’s the most common form of anemia. In fact, 237,000 visits to the emergency room [...]
Eating Right When Pregnant
Good nutrition during pregnancy, and enough of it, is very important for your baby to grow and develop. You should consume about 300 more calories per day than you did [...]
