Valley Perinatal Services

11/27/2025

To the mothers, families, and little lives we are honored to care for —
our gratitude runs deep.

Thank you for trusting us with your pregnancies, your babies, and the hope that comes with new life. It is a tremendous gift to stand beside you through moments of joy, uncertainty, celebration, and growth — to support you clinically, emotionally, and wholeheartedly.

Caring for you is more than our work — it is our calling.
Every heartbeat we measure, every ultrasound we guide, every story we share reminds us how sacred this journey truly is.

Thank you for letting us walk with you.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your family’s beginning.
It is an honor we carry with purpose and pride.

💜 From our hearts to yours — thank you for letting us serve you.

11/18/2025

🌎 World Prematurity Day
Honoring Strength. Celebrating Progress. Supporting Every Family.

Today, we pause to honor the incredible strength of premature babies and the families who walk this journey with courage, hope, and resilience. At Valley Perinatal Services, we are humbled to stand beside mothers facing high-risk pregnancies—helping them navigate uncertainty, extend their pregnancies safely, and give their babies the healthiest possible start.

Prematurity touches so many of the families we serve. But every day, we witness the difference that specialized maternal-fetal medicine can make:
✨ buying precious time,
✨ improving outcomes, and
✨ reducing the length and severity of NICU stays.

Behind every early arrival is a story of love, medicine, and miracles—and we are honored to be part of that story.

To the babies who fight so hard, the parents who never lose hope, and the caregivers who pour their hearts into every moment… today, we celebrate you. 💜

11/13/2025

Amazing work from our Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist team! This FOX 10 Phoenix story highlights the incredible high-risk pregnancy care at Valley Perinatal Services.

Our patient, Bendu Kiazolu, who had already endured five devastating pregnancy losses, was diagnosed with a rare condition where her immune system was attacking the fetus.

Dr. Ravindu Gunatilake (Dr. G) and the Abrazo Arrowhead NICU team developed a unique and personalized treatment plan to save the pregnancy.

Congratulations to the Kiazolu family on the birth of their healthy baby boy, Benzi, and kudos to Dr. G for this fantastic example of medical dedication and expertise.

https://www.fox10phoenix.com/video/1738113

Watch the full, powerful story in the comments below.

Abrazo Arrowhead Campus announces the remarkable birth of baby Benzi. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has more on this miracle baby, following a tough health journey.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the heroes who have served our nation with courage and heart.

At Valley Perinatal Services, we are especially grateful to the military families—mothers, fathers, and caregivers—who balance the call of duty with the call of family. Your strength and sacrifice inspire us every day.

To all who serve and have served—thank you.
Your dedication reminds us what it truly means to care for others.

💙❤️

10/29/2025

Meet Nayo Williams, MD.
Dr. Williams brings the perfect blend of compassion and clinical knowledge. Patients love her ability to put them at ease and often comment on how supported she makes them feel.

Dr. Williams sees patients at our Estrella office.
You can schedule an appointment with her at 480-756-6000

https://youtu.be/qJI2F4oaP_Q?si=LXvHXmujtotvP27s

Meet Dr. Nayo Williams, a compassionate and experienced Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist at Valley Perinatal Services. With a deep-seated passion for quali...

10/12/2025

This week, we honor the babies who never made it into their parents’ arms but remain forever in their hearts.

Whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, infertility, or any form of loss — your grief matters, and your love endures.

You are not alone. 💗🕊️

10/07/2025

Big news, East Valley moms! 💕
Valley Perinatal Services is now in Gilbert — bringing expert, compassionate care closer to home.

We’re here to walk beside you through every step of your high-risk pregnancy journey.

💙 Specialized care. Local access. Genuine compassion.

We're seeing patients now in our new location right next to Mercy Gilbert Hospital. Give us a call to schedule an appointment today at 480-756-6000

09/26/2025

Expecting a baby and have questions about taking Acetaminophen? We understand.

With so much conflicting information in the news, it's easy to feel concerned. Your health and your baby's safety are our top priorities, which is why we want to provide clear, evidence-based answers to your questions.

We've just published a new article that breaks down the science, explains the official guidance from leading experts like ACOG and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and discusses the important balance of risks and benefits.

If you're looking for factual, reassuring information, we encourage you to read the full post.

Click the link to learn more: https://valleyperinatal.com/acetaminophen-use-in-pregnancy/

Navigating pregnancy means making countless decisions to protect the health of your developing baby. A question we frequently hear from our patients at Valley Perinatal Services is about the safety of common medications. Recently, headlines about a potential link between acetaminophen (the active in...

09/24/2025

Worried about taking Acetaminophen (like Tylenol®) during your pregnancy? Let's clear the air.🤰

The Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine (SMFM) has reviewed the research and continues to advise that acetaminophen is a safe and appropriate choice for treating pain and fever while pregnant.

‼️It’s important to understand that the health risks to a developing baby from an untreated fever are significant and well-proven by medical research.

Your health and your baby's health are the top priority. Always consult your healthcare provider before taking any medication.

For more details from trusted sources, visit:

SMFM Statement: https://www.smfm.org/news/smfm-statement-on-acetaminophen-use-during-pregnancy-and-autism

ACOG FAQ: https://www.acog.org/clinical-information/physician-faqs/acetaminophen-in-pregnancy

09/16/2025

✨️A Heart for Healing, A Mind for Precision✨️

Dr. Nayo Williams has a remarkable ability to put patients completely at ease the moment she enters the room. Her calm, welcoming presence and genuine kindness immediately create a sense of trust, while her clinical expertise and clear communication inspire confidence. She listens with care, explains options thoroughly, and offers thoughtful guidance that makes every visit feel both reassuring and empowering.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Williams, please reach out to our team at 480-756-6000

09/09/2025

Bendu’s Story🫶
Bendu’s journey is one of extraordinary resilience and strength. She endured unimaginable heartbreak—first experiencing the stillbirth of her baby, and later the devastating loss of her daughter, Blythe, who was born prematurely and lived only a few days. Through her grief, Bendu carried a broken heart but never let go of her hope. With unwavering courage, she continued to believe in the possibility of expanding her family and holding new life in her arms. This is Bendu’s story.
*TW Mentions Child Loss*

https://youtu.be/w5AJ76Md_MA?si=CnAhKmy3I_He6sAh

After being told at a young age that she would never be able to have children, Bendu faced a devastating journey of heartbreak and loss, including multiple m...

08/13/2025

🌟 Brilliance Meets Compassion 🌟

When high-risk pregnancy feels overwhelming, Dr. G is the steady, hopeful presence every mama needs. As one of our exceptional MFMs at Valley Perinatal Services, he combines unmatched expertise with an unwavering commitment to finding solutions for every patient.

Whether it’s navigating the most complex diagnoses or offering a much-needed glimmer of hope, Dr. G brings light into even the toughest journeys. His dedication reminds us that while every pregnancy is unique, no one should walk it alone. 💙

04/21/2020

Valley Perinatal Services is now offering telemedicine solutions!

What is telemedicine?

Telemedicine is an approach that allows our physicians to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients using telecommunication technology. Telemedicine provides clinical services to patients without an in-person visit. This type of care is frequently used for follow-up visits, management of chronic conditions, medication management, and consultative services.

VPS is currently offering telemedicine for:
- Genetic Counseling
- Nutrition Counseling
- MFM Consultations
- Diabetic Management Counseling

Contact us or call us at 480-756-6000 for more information.

04/21/2020

In light of COVID-19 and as part of our Infectious Plan Task Force Response, Valley Perinatal Services (VPS) will be taking additional precautions to protect our patients, staff, and providers. As such, we are implementing numerous policy and operational changes to identify and restrict the spread of the
coronavirus.

Effective immediately, the following locations in the East Valley will be temporarily closed:

• Mesa
• Gateway
• Scottsdale

Patients from the above-mentioned locations will be rerouted to either the Chandler, Glendale, Phoenix, or Estrella offices. To reduce possible exposure to our staff and other patients movement will be restricted within the operating clinics to ultrasound and procedural appointments. At this time guest(s) will not be allowed to accompany patients into their appointments. Guest must remain outside the clinic or remain in their vehicles. Exceptions to this policy will be made on a case by case basis, please contact VPS at 480-756-6000 with any questions or concerns regarding this policy change.

We are reducing the in-office services when possible and will be offering telemedicine for professional services to minimize exposure of COVID-19 to patients, team members, and providers. A VPS staff member will contact you via telephonic communication to provide your tele-medicine options.

Please be aware that this situation is evolving rapidly, and the information may change. We are continuously monitoring the updated information from the CDC, the Arizona Department of Health Services, and the World Health Organization.

To reduce unknown exposure to COVID-19, VPS will conduct a pre-appointment questionnaire prior to your appointment date. The goal is to identify any "at-risk" patients before they arrive at the clinics.

The questionnaire will collect information to determine if any of the following symptoms exist:

• Fever
• Cough
• Myalgia or fatigue
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat
• Headache,
• Productive cough,
• Hemoptysis (coughing up blood),
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

If you have had or currently have any of the following symptoms please notify a VPS staff member during your preappointment questionnaire and VPS will discuss next steps. You may also receive communication by our office via text message for any updates regarding the developments with COVID-19 or updates to your appointment.

VPS truly appreciates the trust you place in us and for allowing us to participate in the care of your family. We are
available to answer any questions or to assist you as you navigate these challenging times.

If you have any questions regarding this notice, please call us at 480-756-6000.