Pediatrix & Obstetrix Clinicians in the News

In addition to the highly specialized care our clinicians provide to patients across the country every day, many also serve as go-to expert sources for top national and regional media outlets. Pediatrix® and Obstetrix® clinicians regularly contribute to news articles, sharing their expertise to help educate readers on popular and trending topics related to women's and children's health, as well as unique stories of innovative patient care. 

Here's a roundup of some of the latest stories:

Brandi Fields, CNM, certified nurse-midwife, spoke with Parents about postpartum stretch marks. Stretch marks "form from tissue cells tearing in one of the deeper layers of our skin," explained Fields. "The skin is stretching faster than the tissue cells can adjust." They are part of the body's healing response to injury. "Stretch marks are considered scars because the tissue layer has been transformed permanently," she said. "The resulting stretch marks are a product of what the body has done to heal the layer of skin that has torn from the physical impact."

Kimberlee Coleman, M.D., obstetrician-gynecologist, spoke with Health about botanical and vitamin-infused canned drinks and loose-leaf teas marketed for menstrual symptoms such as bloating, low energy and mood changes. Some preliminary research suggests that certain individual botanicals may help with certain symptoms, but the overall evidence is still fairly thin, explained Dr. Coleman. Much of the research lacks rigor or shows limited benefit. If someone is considering period relief drinks for cramps, mood swings or other monthly symptoms, Dr. Coleman said they may be worth trying with their doctor's approval.

Amber Chambers, CNM, certified nurse midwife, spoke with Forbes Vetted about the best maternity swimsuits that offer both support and style for expecting moms. Hatch Collection's The Zanzibar style was named best maternity bikini. "I highly recommend two-piece sets for easier bathroom access," said Chambers. She noted that pregnancy can increase sun sensitivity, and a rashguard set like Kimi & Kai's offers good coverage and sun protection.

Jenelle Ferry, M.D., neonatologist, spoke with The Bump about wake windows. Signs of overtiredness go beyond typical sleepy cues and can include shorter, more fragmented naps and tired-but-wired behavior, explained Dr. Ferry. If baby shows signs of being overtired, it likely means their wake window is too long, she said. "Follow cues for sleep, as this is more crucial for brain development than a specific period of time for being awake."

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