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This podcast explores emerging challenges in maternal and postpartum health. Join Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, a practicing obstetrician–gynecologist, vaccine expert, and pandemic mom, as she delves into these shifts and trends through conversations with new parents and health care professionals.
This podcast and its related resources (“Resource”) are designed for patients and clinicians and set forth current information and opinions on subjects related to women’s health, and this Resource is for informational purposes only. The use of this information is voluntary, and both patients and clinicians should be familiar with and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This Resource does not provide medical advice and it is not intended to substitute for the independent professional judgment of the treating clinician. This information should not be considered as inclusive of all proper treatments or methods of care or as a statement of the standard of care. Variations in practice may be warranted when, in the reasonable judgment of the treating clinician, such course of action is indicated by the condition of the patient, limitations of available resources, or advances in knowledge or technology. The information provided reflects the views of the presenters and not necessarily the views of ACOG, and is provided “as is” without any warranty of accuracy, reliability or otherwise, either express or implied. ACOG does not guarantee, warrant, or endorse the products or services of any firm, organization, or person. Neither ACOG Foundation, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, nor its officers, directors, members, employees, and agents, will be liable for any loss, damage, or claim with respect to any liabilities, including direct, special, indirect, or consequential damages, incurred in connection with this Resource.
This Resource was supported by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a part of a financial assistance award totaling $1,250,000 with 100 percent funded by ACOG and CDC/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
This podcast and its related resources (“Resource”) are designed for patients and clinicians and set forth current information and opinions on subjects related to women’s health, and this Resource is for informational purposes only. The use of this information is voluntary, and both patients and clinicians should be familiar with and comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This Resource does not provide medical advice and it is not intended to substitute for the independent professional judgment of the treating clinician. This information should not be considered as inclusive of all proper treatments or methods of care or as a statement of the standard of care. Variations in practice may be warranted when, in the reasonable judgment of the treating clinician, such course of action is indicated by the condition of the patient, limitations of available resources, or advances in knowledge or technology. The information provided reflects the views of the presenters and not necessarily the views of ACOG, and is provided “as is” without any warranty of accuracy, reliability or otherwise, either express or implied. ACOG does not guarantee, warrant, or endorse the products or services of any firm, organization, or person. Neither ACOG Foundation, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, nor its officers, directors, members, employees, and agents, will be liable for any loss, damage, or claim with respect to any liabilities, including direct, special, indirect, or consequential damages, incurred in connection with this Resource.
This Resource was supported by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a part of a financial assistance award totaling $1,250,000 with 100 percent funded by ACOG and CDC/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
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This Labor of Love episode marks the beginning of a two-part exploration into the evolution of HIV care during pregnancy. Haben Debessai, MD, from the CDC Foundation and Rhoda Sperling, MD, FACOG, from Mount Sinai join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to dissect the groundbreaking research that transformed the treatment and discussion of HIV in pregnancy.
During the past year, there have been new developments to guidelines for vaccination in pregnancy—most notably the addition of the maternal RSV vaccine. Yvonne Butler Tobah, MD, FACOG, from the Mayo Clinic and Christopher Watson, MD, MPH, from Ascension Sacred Heart join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to explore the latest clinical recommendations and best practices for counseling pregnant patients and addressing their vaccine-related questions and concerns.
Hepatitis during pregnancy might feel like a complex case to manage, and ACOG wants to help clinicians support patients with a hepatitis diagnosis. Tatyana Kushner, MD, MSCE, from Mount Sinai and Tosin Goje, MD, MSCR, FACOG, from Cleveland Clinic join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to shine a light on hepatitis B and C, the two most common forms. They discuss the latest screening recommendations, treatment options, and resources that empower pregnant patients to make informed choices.
In the early 2000s syphilis rates in the United States started to increase, raising growing concerns about public health and the effects of syphilis rates on pregnant people. Kate Miele, MD, MA, FACOG, from Emory University, and Veronica Gillispie-Bell, MD, MAS, FACOG, from Ochsner Health Center, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss syphilis screening during pregnancy, the latest clinical recommendations, and tips and tools that health care professionals can use to address concerns and anxieties with clarity and compassion.
The new maternal RSV vaccine serves as a major step toward preventing RSV in infants after birth. However, the vaccine’s rollout has come with challenges, including cost and access issues. Brenna Hughes, MD, MSc, FACOG, from Duke University, and Naima Joseph, MD, MPH, FACOG, from Boston Medical Center, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss the latest recommendations for RSV maternal vaccination and share advice on how clinicians can counsel patients on making the best choice for themselves and their families.
The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the obstetric care workforce to its limit, creating unprecedented pressures on health care professionals’ mental health. Rachael F. Morris, MD, MS, FACOG, associate professor of maternal–fetal medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and Richard H. Beigi, MD, MS, FACOG, president of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss how the pandemic continues to affect the obstetric care workforce and what workplace initiatives have been effective to expand capacity and build better working conditions in obstetric care.
The COVID-19 pandemic drew attention to the ongoing crisis of health inequity, which continues today, especially among pregnant people in the Black community. Naima Joseph, MD, MPH, FACOG, assistant professor at Harvard Medical School, and Christina Marea, MA, MSN, CNM, PhD, assistant professor at Georgetown University School of Nursing and midwife at Community of Hope, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss how health inequity has affected systematically disadvantaged communities throughout the United States and how these disparities can be addressed head-on by obstetric care professionals and the healthcare industry.
Rising misinformation and vaccine skepticism triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic have created unique challenges for obstetric care professionals to gain patient trust. In this episode, Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, discusses strategies to build connection and trust with patients and deliver better pregnancy care with guests Camille Clare, MD, MPH, CPE, FACOG, chair and tenured professor in the department of obstetrics and gynecology at Downstate Health Sciences University, and Kristin Lyerly, MD, MPH, FACOG, a board-certified obstetrician–gynecologist at CCM Health.
As COVID-19 continues to circulate, encouraging pregnant patients to get vaccinated remains important. Labor of Love guests Peg Boyd, DNP, CNM, who practices at OB/GYN Associates of Erie, and Ashanda Saint Jean, MD, FACOG, obstetrics and gynecology department chair at HealthAlliance Hospital, join host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to share how they answer patients’ questions about vaccines and effectively build vaccine confidence. They also delve into the challenges that obstetric care professionals face when working with patients who are reluctant to get vaccinated and offer practical advice about how to handle these discussions with sensitivity and compassion.
Obstetric care professionals take on tremendous responsibility when working with pregnant patients, and that work can weigh heavily on their own mental health, especially during a pandemic. ACOG President Iffath Abbasi Hoskins, MD, FACOG, and Pooja Lakshmin, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist, author, and founder and CEO of Gemma, join Labor of Love host Veronica Pimentel, MD, MS, FACOG, to discuss multifaceted answers to mental health challenges for obstetric care professionals, such as burnout and work-life balance. The conversation provides valuable insights and helpful recommendations for how to promote personal mental health.
In its upcoming second season, Stories from the Heart of Obstetric Care, the podcast will shift from focusing on the pandemic experience of new mothers to the pandemic experience of obstetric care professionals. This time, Dr. Pimentel will sit down with obstetrics colleagues to share stories and perspectives gained from working with patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This season’s episodes will provide a space for obstetric care professionals to peel back the layers of their work and share their challenges and triumphs in promoting public health during a pandemic.
Our last episode features an important conversation with Katie Pederson about her experience surviving COVID-19 while pregnant and the effect it has had on her mental health. We will then be joined by Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, a board-certified psychiatrist and author specializing in women’s mental health and founder and CEO of Gemma.
Ankita Rao was initially hesitant to get vaccinated while pregnant early in the pandemic. Ankita is the Editor at the Guardian US and discusses her experience of gathering credible information and guidance surrounding vaccination while pregnant. Ankita also shares misinformation she hears as a reporter within online communities around vaccination.
Paige Dempsey is a single mother who got pregnant by undergoing IVF. During her pregnancy, Paige contracted COVID-19. This week, Paige shares her motherhood journey with COVID-19 and how she decided to receive a COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant.
Kntrice Anadumaka has a powerful story of surviving COVID-19 while pregnant when she was not vaccinated early in the pandemic. In this episode, Kntrice shares about her experience with COVID-19 and vaccinations, as well as her fears and concerns of navigating the health system as a woman of color.
Jennifer Gaines became pregnant with her second child early in the pandemic when vaccines were first becoming available. Jennifer is a Certified Nurse Midwife and shares how she made the decision to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Welcome to Labor of Love, a podcast that will feature women and mothers sharing their personal stories of challenges and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic. Labor of Love will also feature health experts to highlight key public health recommendations regarding the COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine hesitancy, debunking misinformation, and stigma related to COVID-19 and the science behind vaccination.
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