Evidenced-Based Maternal Health

As an OBGYN who's guided thousands of patients through genetic testing decisions, I know how anxiety-producing it can be to receive a "low fetal fraction" result on your NIPT (Non-Invasive...

As an OBGYN and mother of three, I understand how unsettling headaches during pregnancy can be. When you're already navigating so many changes, dealing with head pain can feel especially...

As an OBGYN and mother of three (including a 10-pound, 14-ounce baby!), I want to demystify how we estimate baby size during pregnancy and what these measurements actually mean for...

As an OBGYN and mother of three, I've both counseled families through this transition and lived it personally. Let's have an honest conversation about preparing siblings for a new baby...

As an OBGYN and mother of three, I see you scrolling late at night, researching vaccines, feeling overwhelmed by conflicting information. Let's have a real conversation about pregnancy vaccines -...

As an ObGyn and mom of three, I've supported countless women through the decision of whether to continue their ADHD medication during pregnancy. I know this decision can feel overwhelming...

I've noticed a significant uptick in norovirus cases lately, and I want to address a common concern: what happens when you're pregnant and dealing with gastroenteritis? Let's break this down...

As an OBGYN and mother of three, I've witnessed firsthand how stress impacts both pregnancy and parenting. When the Surgeon General recently released a report showing 33% of parents experiencing...

As both an OBGYN and mother of three who has supported countless women through birth trauma, I understand the weight that a negative birth experience can carry. The good news...

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....

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...

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...