Nausea and vomiting affects 50–80% of pregnancies. This episode breaks down the full spectrum from morning sickness to hyperemesis gravidarum, including etiology, diagnostic criteria, prevention strategies, and your first- through fourth-line treatment options.

This episode breaks down the 3 ways to practice as an OB/GYN attending—generalist, hospitalist, and locums/per diem—covering the pros and cons of each to help you plan your life after residency. Part TWO of OB/GYN Career Paths.

This episode breaks down the 4 main employment structures for OB/GYN attendings—private practice, academic, hospital-owned, and county/city—covering the real pros and cons of each to help you find the right fit.

A practical breakdown of GBS prophylaxis in labor, including who needs treatment, when to start antibiotics, and how to manage penicillin allergies. Covers the key rules every OB provider needs to know on Labor & Delivery.

A clear overview of prenatal genetic screening options, including first- and second-trimester screening, sequential and integrated screening, and cell-free DNA testing. Covers timing, components, limitations, and how to counsel patients on screening vs. diagnostic testing.

A clear breakdown of combined oral contraceptives, including how they suppress ovulation, cyclic vs continuous dosing, and what actually differentiates monophasic and multiphasic formulations. Covers hormone physiology, pill regimens, and practical prescribing concepts.

Learn how to recognize and manage intraamniotic infection (chorioamnionitis), including key diagnostic criteria, maternal and neonatal risks, and evidence-based antibiotic treatment. A practical overview for OB/GYN residents, interns, and medical students on Labor & Delivery.

Advanced maternal age is the new normal. This episode reviews the definition of AMA, maternal risks, fetal risks, and evidence-based counseling, screening, and management options.

I passed the ABOG oral boards! To catch up, here are 4 take aways from my first year out as an OB/GYN attending (clinic, recovering from residency, oral boards and what it's like to have money).

Review the WHO BMI classification system and explore maternal weight gain guidelines for singleton and twin pregnancies.

Learn how to recognize and manage shoulder dystocia with step-by-step guidance on key maneuvers, real-world tips, and what to do when nothing’s working. A must-listen for OB/GYN interns and med students.

Part 2 of the postpartum hemorrhage series covers next steps when initial interventions fail—medications, balloon tamponade and surgical options. Perfect for OB/GYN interns and med students learning how to manage hemorrhage confidently.

Learn how to recognize and manage primary (early) postpartum hemorrhage with confidence. This episode covers key definitions, risk factors, uterine atony, prevention strategies, and the first steps to take when a hemorrhage begins—all in a practical, step-by-step format.

Learn how to classify fetal heart tracings using the 3-tier EFM system. This episode breaks down what makes a tracing Category I, II, or III—and why it matters for patient care and documentation. Perfect for medical students and new OB/GYN interns.

Learn how to interpret fetal heart rate tracings with this breakdown of EFM basics. I’ll cover baseline, variability, accelerations, and all types of decelerations so you can feel confident reading fetal monitor strips on L&D.

Getting ready for your first vaginal delivery? In this episode, I walk you through exactly what to expect—from confirming dilation to delivering the placenta. We cover supplies, positioning, laceration repair, and key tips for students and interns.

Learn the basics of labor induction, from cervical ripening to Pitocin and amniotomy. Perfect for med students and incoming OB/GYN interns who want a clear, practical overview.

In the final episode of the C-section Basics series, I walk through fetal delivery and evidence based techniques for abdominal closure. This episode is perfect for med students, interns, and anyone refining their surgical skills.

In Part 2 of the Cesarean Basics series, we walk through each surgical step of a C-section, from incision to hysterotomy. Learn evidence-based techniques, incision types, and key surgical considerations to help you master the procedure. Don’t forget to grab the free op note template in the show notes!

Hello and welcome back! Today, we're diving into an important topic: the cesarean delivery, commonly referred to as a C-section. A cesarean delivery is defined as the birth of the fetus through an abdominal incision into the uterus.