For Immediate Release: May 18, 2026
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Life-affirming YouTube series answers expectant mothers’ most common questions during all 40 weeks of pregnancy directly from an Ob/Gyn
PLANO, Texas — Save the Storks announced the launch of “Pregnancy Week by Week: Dr. Hutson’s Guide,” a new weekly video series designed to equip expectant mothers with compassionate, medically accurate and life-affirming pregnancy information.
The series features Dr. Karysse J. Hutson, DO, FACOOG, board-certified Ob/Gyn surgeon and national medical director of Save the Storks. Across 40 weekly videos, Dr. Hutson answers common pregnancy questions tied to each stage of pregnancy and explains what mothers can expect during their pregnancy journey.
The new initiative comes as many women report hesitating to ask questions or share concerns with medical providers during pregnancy and childbirth. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly half of mothers surveyed said they held back from discussing concerns during pregnancy or delivery.
The CDC reported women often feared embarrassment, worried about appearing difficult or felt their healthcare providers seemed rushed.
“We wanted women to have immediate access to trustworthy, compassionate and life-affirming information wherever they are searching for answers,” Dr. Hutson said. “Many young women today search for health information through video platforms. We recognized there was a major need for pregnancy content that both supports mothers and affirms the value of their children.”
Each video addresses one commonly asked question related to a specific week of pregnancy. Topics include warning signs of preeclampsia, fetal development milestones, signs of labor, when to go to the hospital and what happens if a baby arrives past the due date.
For example, in the week 20 video, Dr. Hutson explains the baby’s development midway through pregnancy:
“Your baby at 20 weeks is about 10 and a half inches and about 10 to 11 ounces, about the size of a banana,” Dr. Hutson said. “So, the baby can hear you and feel you, and will sometimes push back when you push on the baby. This is a fun time to start interacting with your child.”
The videos will be available free of charge through the Save the Storks YouTube channel. The organization will also distribute the series through its national network of pregnancy health clinic partners and mobile medical clinics for use with patients and families seeking additional education and support.
“Women deserve to feel informed, respected and empowered throughout pregnancy,” Dr. Hutson said. “This series was created to walk alongside mothers with practical guidance, medical insight and encouragement during every stage of pregnancy.”
The launch reflects Save the Storks’ broader mission to provide women with compassionate care, practical support and resources that help them make informed, life-affirming decisions.
“Pregnancy can bring uncertainty and questions, especially for women who feel unsupported or overwhelmed,” Dr. Hutson said. “We hope these videos help mothers feel more confident, more informed and more connected throughout their pregnancy journey.”
To watch the “Pregnancy Week by Week: Dr. Hutson’s Guide” video series and learn more about commonly asked pregnancy questions, visit the Save the Storks YouTube channel.
Save the Storks exists to ensure that no woman facing an unplanned pregnancy ever feels alone. Save the Storks is a national nonprofit dedicated to empowering women with compassionate care, accurate information, and practical support so they can make informed, life-affirming decisions. Through partnerships with pregnancy health clinics, a growing network of mobile medical clinics delivering women’s healthcare directly to communities in need, and a digital platform providing always-on access to real care and real options, Save the Storks creates a story of hope for women and families across the nation.
Learn more about Save the Storks at www.savethestorks.org.
