SMFM’s 41st Annual Pregnancy Meeting: Part 1

New research highlights the link between postpartum posttraumatic stress disorder and sexual dysfunction, emphasizing the need for early screening and trauma-informed care.

Contemporary OB/GYN Senior Editor Angie DeRosa gets insight on the current state of COVID-19 from Christina Han, MD, division director of maternal-fetal medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles, and member of its COVID-19 task force. Han is an active member of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and discusses the issues on behalf of SMFM.

Research suggests that hormone replacement therapy, especially with testosterone, may help alleviate mood symptoms in menopausal women and reduce the need for antidepressants.

A new study presented at ISSWSH highlights patient dissatisfaction with current treatments for recurrent bacterial vaginosis, emphasizing the need for more effective therapies and improved provider communication.

While pain is a common deterrent for patients considering an IUD, there are no standardized guidelines for pain relief during insertion or removal.

A recent study presented at the ISSWSH 2025 Annual Meeting found no significant association between hormonal contraceptive use and the severity of clitoral adhesions, though researchers emphasize the need for further investigation.