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.
Researchers Say IVF-Conceived Children Develop At the Same Level as Other Kids
By David Rossiaky, Jan 24, 2023 Dr. Kecia Gaither, MPH, double board-certified OB/GYN and maternal fetal medicine, and the director of Perinatal Services/Maternal Fetal Medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in [...]
Managing Uterine Pain During Sex
By Grace Gallagher, Jan 23, 2023 "Dyspareunia is quite basically pain noted during sex; pain can be felt externally on the labia or internally in the vagina, uterus or pelvis," said Kecia Gaither. [...]
The 9 Best Shampoos For PCOS Hair Loss, According to Doctors
By Megan Gray, Jan 22, 2023 The hormonal imbalances caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) can lead to increased levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and other hormones which, according to double board-certified [...]
The 16 Best Maternity Leggings for 2023, Tested and Reviewed
By Katrina Cossey, Jan 20, 2023 “Maternity leggings should feel strictly flexible and supportive—never be too tight or restrictive,” said Kecia Gaither, MD, MPH, MS/MBA, FACOG, an OB/GYN, maternal fetal medicine [...]
Thyroid Disease Requires Lifelong Management
By Helen Massy, Jan 16, 2023 The thyroid might be a small gland in the neck, but it plays a large role in maintaining the body's metabolism, said Kecia Gaither, M.D., [...]
Can You Really Induce Your Period?
By Tabby Kibugi, Jan 13, 2023 According to Kecia Gaither, M.D., board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine and director of perinatal services/maternal-fetal medicine at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in the Bronx in [...]
What Is Urinary Incontinence in Women?
By Helen Massy, Jan 13, 2023 "Stress urinary incontinence is the most common type of urinary incontinence in women," said Kecia Gaither, M.D., who is board-certified in OB-GYN and maternal-fetal medicine, and [...]
Gestational Diabetes, Preeclampsia: Blood Test May Be Able to Detect Pregnancy Complications
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 [...]
Can You Travel in First Trimester? A Comprehensive Guide for Pregnant Women
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 [...]
Belly Bands: What to Know About These Pregnancy Support Devices
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 [...]
Is My Period Blood Color Normal
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 [...]
All About Your Mucus Plug & What It Does
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 [...]
Yes, Pregnancy Nose Is Real — Here’s What Experts Want You to Know
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 [...]
Marsai Martin Says a Large Ovarian Cyst Caused Her ‘Constant Pain’
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 [...]
Couple’s Big Pregnancy Reveal Praised After Sister-in-Law’s 6 Miscarriages
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 [...]
Abortion Pills Can Now Be Offered at Pharmacies
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 [...]
Abortion Pills Can Now Be Dispensed At Pharmacies
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 [...]
Your Ovaries Are Constantly Changing Size
By Kitti Palmai, Jan 04, 2023 There are several other reasons for size fluctuations, and most of them cause your ovaries to become enlarged, according to Kecia Gaither, M.D., a board-certified OB-GYN [...]
Best Nutrients For Postpartum Recovery
By Nina Chamlou, Jan 3, 2023 Iron is essential for maintaining healthy blood and energy levels, and replenishes blood stores lost from childbirth, explains Kecia Gaither, M.D., an OB/GYN and maternal-fetal [...]
What Black Parents Need to Know About Infertility
By Nafeesah Allen, PhD, Jan 03, 2023 Kecia Gaither, MD, who is double board-certified in obstetrics & gynecology and maternal-fetal medicine, says that “Black women can have a high incidence of [...]
