Congratulations on your Pregnancy

Dr. Jenkins and the staff at Jenkins Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine are honored to see you and your family through this exciting journey toward parenthood. We understand that there are many changes ahead, and we have compiled some educational information that can help you prepare. Remember, this information contained here is intended as a complement to the professional care you receive in our office.

We’re here when you need us

Our Katy obstetrics and gynecology practice is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:00pm. Fridays we are open from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. The doctor may also be reached on weekends or after hours by calling our office at 855-346-8610. In the event that we determine you need immediate medical attention, we will direct you to the emergency room, and will follow up with the medical team there.

When are you due?

Rarely are babies born on their exact due date. We estimate this date in order to help us monitor growth and schedule appropriate screenings. A full-term pregnancy is estimated to last about 280 days after the last period.

Prenatal visits are scheduled as follows

Weeks 7-10. Confirm pregnancy and perform ultrasound.
Weeks 10-12. Physical examination, thyroid function test, and screening cultures are performed.
Weeks 13-26. Monthly visits.
Weeks 27-34. Bi-weekly visits.
Weeks 34 to delivery. Weekly visits.

Fetal movement, what to expect

You may begin to feel your baby moving sometime between week 16 and week 22 of your pregnancy. Initial “flutters” tend to be mild and infrequent. Once you begin to notice these movements, which will intensify as your baby grows, they will occur about 10 times every two hours. More movement may occur after meals or snacks, especially after dinner, when you are ready to relax. You may also feel movement more when you lie on your side and gently press on your belly with your hand. If you are concerned that you have not felt the expected movement, and you have tried the methods mentioned here, contact our office.

Call our office

New patients please call:
855-346-8610

Existing patients please call:
281-347-2600

Telehealth Appointment

Prenatal screenings

There are several routine tests that we schedule throughout your pregnancy. These include:

Routine lab work is done to check blood and Rh type, anemia, and antibodies.
- Blood type may be O, A, B, or AB. Rh, or Rhesus, and may be either positive or negative. If Mom is negative and Dad is positive, we will give Rh Immunoglobulin to prevent the formation of antibodies. This will protect this baby and future babies as well.
Rubella. Most people are immunized against this virus, which is the cause of German measles, during childhood. If immunity to this condition has not been established, there is a risk that infection could occur during pregnancy. This could potentially cause birth defects.
Infections. Screenings for bladder infections, hepatitis B, Chlamydia, HIV, syphilis, and gonorrhea are performed. Additional screening for toxoplasmosis and chickenpox may also be necessary.
PAP smear. This test is intended to identify pre-cancerous cells on the cervix.
Ultrasound. The first ultrasound is typically performed in the first trimester, or first twelve weeks of pregnancy. This may be a transvaginal ultrasound if performed before 12 weeks. Ultrasound is a safe way for us to see the baby. It may also be used if miscarriage is suspected. Miscarriage occurs in 1 of 5 pregnancies.

Are you pregnant or planning a pregnancy? Call our office at 855-346-8610.

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We offer general care, gynecology, and obstetrics services that span all stages of a woman's life. Dr. Taryll L. Jenkins, MD, received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University and his Doctorate of Medicine from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine, TN. He completed his residency training at the University of Texas and Hermann Hospital, TX and is Board-certified from the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, with years of research experience.

Having graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Chemistry in 2011, Dr. Stephanie Roy received her Doctor of Medicine Degree in 2015 from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Today, she is a leading Board-certified physician who works hard to provide you and your family with high-quality services. In addition to spending time at the practice, Dr. Roy possesses extensive volunteer experience in the community. She was also a tutor at the Medical Careers Diversity Program in 2012 and, since then, has spent her free time volunteering for the St. Vincent’s Clinic.

Yara Ramirez, MD, earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Baylor University and her doctorate in medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, where she also completed her residency. She won the Resident Teaching Award from UTMB’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for two consecutive years.
Dr. Ramirez has researched extensively on many obstetrics-related topics. She has been a Junior Fellow Representative for the UTMB Residency Program and a Medical Student Education Committee Member at the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has volunteered for various local and foreign community programs. Her fluency in Spanish and French is an asset to her organization.

Dr. Matthew Mason, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology from both the University of Texas at San Antonio and Austin (where he also earned a secondary degree in Business Foundations), he earned his MD from the Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Mason completed his residency at the Sisters of Charity Hospital in Buffalo, NY, at the Jacobs School of Medicine. Known for his expertise in high-risk obstetrics and advanced surgical procedures, he is a published author and a Junior Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Nadia Alexander is a Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Texas Health Science Center. With seven years of experience in women’s health and a focus on obstetrics and ambulatory gynecology (vaginitis, UTI, and vaginal bleeding), she provides quality, compassionate care to patients in various stages of reproductive life. She is fluent in English and Spanish and is the lead contact for our Telehealth service.

Kaila White, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in nursing. She earned her Master’s and Doctorate of Nursing from the University of South Alabama and began her career in 2017 as an oncology nurse in Tampa, FL. Her extensive experience spans medical-surgical, oncology, hospice, geriatrics, labor and delivery, and high-acuity travel nursing. Kaila has also served as an adjunct clinical nursing professor at the University of Houston. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care and empowering women through education and advocacy.