Deciding when to stop birth control to start trying for a baby is a deeply personal journey. As someone who’s been through this multiple times, I know firsthand that timing this decision can feel overwhelming. Between analyzing finances, career timing, and knowing I’d face nine challenging months of pregnancy symptoms, I understand why many people keep pushing the “perfect time” further away.

Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible experience, but amidst the joy and excitement, the postpartum period can also bring about a range of emotions and challenges, especially in terms of mental health.

The moment you see those two pink lines, your world changes forever. Whether this is your first pregnancy or your fourth, the early weeks of pregnancy bring a mix of emotions, questions, and important decisions. Let’s walk through everything you need to know to start your pregnancy journey with confidence.

Let’s talk about something that’s weighing heavily on many pregnant people’s minds – the guilt surrounding productivity. I see it in my DM’s every day: accomplished individuals struggling with feelings of inadequacy because they can’t maintain their pre-pregnancy pace. If you’re feeling this way, I want you to know you’re not alone, and more importantly, there’s a perspective shift that might help.

As we head into cold and flu season, I understand the anxiety that comes with being pregnant during ongoing COVID-19 concerns. Let’s talk about protection strategies and the latest recommendations for COVID-19 boosters during pregnancy.

I’m tired of the fear-mongering around pregnancy after 35. As an OB-GYN, I see how that outdated term “geriatric pregnancy” impacts people, and it’s time we changed the narrative.

As both a mom and an OBGYN, I’ve been on both sides of these conversations. I understand how challenging it can be to speak up during appointments, and I want to support you in advocating for yourself and your baby. Let me share some effective strategies to ensure your voice is heard.

The conversation about parenting stress often begins too late. As I’ve shared with people for years, the impact of stress on pregnancy starts well before the positive test, affecting both conception and pregnancy outcomes in ways many don’t discuss.

Never in a million years did I expect my first episode of depression to happen during pregnancy. Like many, I thought pregnancy would be filled with food cravings and excitement. Instead, I found myself in a place where the world felt drained of color.