David McKenna, MD

Pre-eclampsia: Know the Signs

Protect yourself and your baby with proper care and treatment.

Ready For Multiples? Consider the Risks

With the promise of infertility treatments comes the increased chance of multiple births and the risks they pose

I’m Expecting Multiples. Should I Gain Weight?

When Will I Know If I’m Having Twins…Or More?

Pregnant And Obese: What To Expect

Pining For Pregnancy? Drop Some Extra Pounds First

Being overweight can put you and your baby at risk.

Getting Pregnant After Weight Loss Surgery

Pregnant Women Should Have Full Access To COVID-19 Vaccine, Say Leading Organizations

Pregnant During COVID-19: Here’s What You Can Expect

Calming Coronavirus Fears In Pregnant Women

Why Pregnancy-Related Deaths Are On the Rise

Speak Up To Reduce Childbirth Complications For Black Women

Being black and pregnant raises the risk of maternal death significantly.

Woman’s Double Uterus Produces Two Births, Three Babies a Month Apart

Genetic Carrier Testing: 11 Questions if a Baby’s in Your Future

Is your baby at risk for a genetic disorder?

Stress, Implicit Bias Increase Childbirth Risks for Black Women

Birth Defects: Know the Facts

Learn how to lower your risk and how genetic counseling can help.

Will Your Pregnancy Be High-Risk? Plan Ahead

How to start now to reduce your chance of a high-risk pregnancy

Preterm Labor and Premature Birth: Am I at Risk?

Know the signs to protect your baby — and yourself.

I’m Pregnant! Why Am I Bleeding?

Don’t stress. But get it checked. Now.

Pregnant? Get Help Now for Smoking, Drinking and Drug Use

Your baby will thank you.

When Waiting for Baby Isn’t Safe: Inducing Labor

What can doctors do if baby won’t budge?

Zika Virus & Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

Learn how to protect yourself and your baby from this new concern.

The Risks of Diabetes That Starts During Pregnancy

Gestational diabetes, when not controlled, can have a lasting impact on mother’s and baby’s health.

5 Signs That You’re Really in Labor

Is your baby ready to arrive?

10 Weird and Wacky Things That Happen to Your Pregnant Body

Exactly what is that baby doing to your body? Learn how pregnancy changes your body and what steps you can take to feel better.