Kristie McNealy, MD

It’s time to admit that this baby could be here any day now, and to celebrate the occasion I packed my bag for the hospital today.  Actually, it’s more like repacking, since I put together a bag with some comfort items and few quiet, crafty projects back when I was put on bedrest at 20 [...]

Now that I’ve hit the 32 week mark, most of my worries over this baby and delivery have shifted away from preterm birth and towards more mundane pregnancy issues. Aside from wicked pelvic pain, the thing that has been on my mind most lately is breech presentation.
My second child was breech, but she was delivered [...]

The holidays present a challenge to anyone who is trying to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle, but being pregnant during the holidays can make life even more challenging.  Between cravings and the abundance of holiday goodies, it can be easy to pack on the pounds.  On the other hand, if you’re struggling with morning [...]