Semara Thomas, MD, FACOG, MSc

Semara Thomas, MD, FACOG, MSc Fertility Specialist
Compassionate and Results-Oriented Care. Reproductive Health Advocate.

Let’s talk about menopause! Yes…MENOPAUSE 🗣️For the first time in history, menopause is a hot topic in healthcare. In la...
02/26/2026

Let’s talk about menopause! Yes…MENOPAUSE 🗣️

For the first time in history, menopause is a hot topic in healthcare.

In late 2025, the FDA removed the decades-old "black box" warning from menopausal hormone replacement therapy (HRT). The change follows updated scientific evidence and a more affirmed understanding of the treatment’s positive impact on women’s health 📈

More than 80% of women never seek care for menopause symptoms. You don't have to suffer through this transition alone.

Swipe through to learn more about HRT for women in midlife —>

02/24/2026

Very interesting news!! The FDA has now approved self-swab testing for HPV 🎉

For years, some women with pelvic pain disorders have avoided in-person pap spears because they’re uncomfortable or even painful

Self-screening at home is a major step forward for women's healthcare, giving women more opportunity to stay on top of their cervical health 🧡

Morning sickness is super normal during pregnancy, but just “powering through it” is not! 🤢From herbal remedies to presc...
02/19/2026

Morning sickness is super normal during pregnancy, but just “powering through it” is not! 🤢

From herbal remedies to prescription medication like Diclegis, there are TONS of options for nausea 🌱 swipe through for a few tips —>

What methods have worked for your morning sickness? 🤔

Folic acid is the backbone to a baby’s fetal development 🤰Taking folic acid before and during early pregnancy helps the ...
02/12/2026

Folic acid is the backbone to a baby’s fetal development 🤰

Taking folic acid before and during early pregnancy helps the baby’s brain and spine develop normally and lowers the risk of serious birth defects like spina bifida.
Swipe through to learn how much folic acid women should take before and during pregnancy —>

2026 marks 100 years of celebrating Black History Month, so I wanted to make this one special and inform you of a woman’...
02/05/2026

2026 marks 100 years of celebrating Black History Month, so I wanted to make this one special and inform you of a woman’s story who is rarely told: Henrietta Lacks 💙

Henrietta Lacks’s story is profound both scientifically and culturally. While the discovery of her superhuman HeLa cells would go on to alter modern science as we know it (their role in the invention of IVF as one example), the root of the story cannot go without mentioning and reckoning: Henrietta’s cells were stolen from her.

Swipe through to learn about the complex legacy of scientific progress, haunted by ethical failure —>

The U.S. rolled out its new Dietary Guidelines, bringing back a form of the food pyramid with an updated twist.Instead o...
01/29/2026

The U.S. rolled out its new Dietary Guidelines, bringing back a form of the food pyramid with an updated twist.

Instead of grains forming the foundation, this version puts protein, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats front and center, part of a shift toward real, nutrient‑dense foods and away from ultra‑processed choices.

Key takeaways:

• Prioritize whole, quality proteins with every meal 🍗

• Fill your plate with vegetables + fruits 🥦🍎

• Choose healthy fats and whole foods 🥑

• Minimize processed foods + added sugars 🚫

• Whole grains still fit — but refined carbs are discouraged 📉

Thyroid Health Awareness Month is a reminder that feeling “off” is worth paying attention to! The thyroid may be small, ...
01/27/2026

Thyroid Health Awareness Month is a reminder that feeling “off” is worth paying attention to!

The thyroid may be small, but it helps regulate energy, mood, heart rate, periods, and even fertility 🐥

Swipe through to learn how thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism might be affecting your day-to-day 🧐

The hard truth? Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) is a valid fear to have during IVF and egg freezing.The harder ...
01/22/2026

The hard truth? Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) is a valid fear to have during IVF and egg freezing.

The harder truth? Most people will have some bloating and discomfort after retrieval, but true OHSS is less common! Still, your care team is watching your labs and follicle growth closely just to keep an eye on things 👀

Swipe through to learn ➡️
• What OHSS is and why it happens
• Who is more at risk
• What symptoms to watch for
• How your protocol can be tailored to lower your risk

Preparing for an embryo transfer is not just any ‘ol “IVF appointment.” It’s an emotional milestone that holds many hope...
01/15/2026

Preparing for an embryo transfer is not just any ‘ol “IVF appointment.” It’s an emotional milestone that holds many hopes, fears, and iterations of your future at once 🫂

The “before” phase is about gentle preparation, not perfection. Nourishing meals, rest, hydration, taking your meds on time, and any movement that feels good to your body are more than enough.

The “after” phase is about care and protection for your body AND your heart.

Swipe through this simple before-and-after guide to prepare for an embryo transfer 🧡

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month!Your cervix may be small, but it plays a big role in your overall health. Pap...
01/08/2026

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month!

Your cervix may be small, but it plays a big role in your overall health. Pap tests, HPV testing, and the HPV vaccine can catch changes early and prevent most cervical cancers before they start.

Swipe through for more info on Cervical Health Awareness Month ➡️

Happy New Year! 🎉🥳 🎊 can you believe it’s 2026 already??! Here we go!!To start your year off on a confident foot, I put ...
01/02/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉🥳 🎊 can you believe it’s 2026 already??! Here we go!!

To start your year off on a confident foot, I put together a few affirmations to help give you an extra boost of faith on your IVF and fertility journey 🐣

Which one are you going to use? Do you have any affirmations to share? Let me know down below!

Happy holidays from all of us at Beverly Hills Fertility Clinic! What did Santa bring you this year?!
12/24/2025

Happy holidays from all of us at Beverly Hills Fertility Clinic! What did Santa bring you this year?!

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