Is the 39-week rule good or bad? (VIDEO)

A new study reveals higher rates of severe maternal complications among Black and Hispanic patients with prior cesarean births, highlighting the need for equity-focused care strategies.

This episode of Pap Talk by Contemporary OB/GYN features an interview with Dr. Kristina Adams-Waldorf, Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Adjunct Professor in Global Health at the University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine in Seattle.

A new study presented at the 2025 ACOG Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting reveals that physiotherapy support during labor lowers the chances of cesarean delivery, severe perineal tears, and labor pain.

This episode of Pap Talk by Contemporary OB/GYN features an interview with Dr. Emily S. Miller, with Northwestern Medicine in Chicago.

A new study presented at the SMFM 2025 Pregnancy Meeting found that homicide and suicide are the leading causes of maternal death in the United States.

"Our findings support the recommendation of a healthy diet based on the current guidelines (as measured by the HEI) during pregnancy, since it may reduce patterns of infant growth outside reference ranges."