The Pregnancy Meeting is the centerpiece of SMFM’s work. It features postgraduate courses and workshops, luncheon roundtables, scientific forums, oral and poster presentations, industry learning, exhibits, and more. The meeting is an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest research and advancements in obstetrics, as well as an invaluable chance to learn from leaders in the field and make new connections. If you are committed to improving maternal health outcomes, the Pregnancy Meeting is the perfect opportunity for you.
The Pregnancy Meeting is the centerpiece of SMFM’s work. It features postgraduate courses and workshops, luncheon roundtables, scientific forums, oral and poster presentations, industry learning, exhibits, and more. The meeting is an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest research and advancements in obstetrics, as well as an invaluable chance to learn from leaders in the field and make new connections. If you are committed to improving maternal health outcomes, the Pregnancy Meeting is the perfect opportunity for you.
Now Accepting Proposals
Showcase the latest research and innovations by submitting a proposal for the 2026 SMFM Pregnancy Meeting™.
Proposal submissions are welcome in the following presentation formats:
- Postgraduate Courses
- Special Interest Groups
- Scientific Forums in the following areas:
| Cardio Obstetrics | Critical Care | Diabetes | Genetics | Healthcare Disparities and Health Equity |
| Labor and Delivery | Maternal-Fetal Surgery | Perinatal Mental Health | Placenta Accreta Spectrum | Ultrasound |
- SMFM Thrive Programming (NEW!)
All proposals must be received by Monday, June 30, 2025.
Learn More and Submit Your Proposal
Now Accepting Abstracts
Present your research and contribute to the advancement of high-risk obstetric care!The SMFM Pregnancy Meeting™ provides a platform for researchers, clinicians, and obstetrics experts to share their latest findings and innovations.
Before accessing the abstract submission portal, we encourage interested submitters to review the Abstract Submission Brochure. It provides essential information about this year’s process and will help submitters prepare their abstract elements in advance for a smoother submission experience. Submit an abstract for an opportunity to present your science in front of 3,000+ professionals from around the world and have your work published in the PREGNANCY supplement.
All abstracts must be submitted in the online submission portal by Monday, August 4, at 9:00 PM EST.
Learn More and Submit an Abstract
2026 SMFM Program Committee
The SMFM Program Committee is responsible for establishing the program for the annual Pregnancy Meeting™, including scientific sessions, postgraduate courses, scientific forums, and special interest groups.
This year’s Program Committee includes the following SMFM members:
- Allison Bryant, MD, MPH (Program Chair)
- Marvin Williams, DO (Poster Chair)
- Amber Samuel, MBA, MD (Postgraduate Course Chair)
- Torri Metz, MD, MSCR (Scientific Forum Chair)
- Manijeh Kamyar, MD (Local Arrangements Chair)
Frequently Asked Questions
The general abstract submission deadline is 9pm ET on Monday, August 4. The submission site will open in late May. Late-breaking abstract submissions will be accepted in October 2025.
Yes, non-members can submit an abstract.
Yes, we accept industry-supported abstracts. Upon submission, all financial interests, commercial or federally funded research, must be disclosed.
No, the content of your abstract will not be submitted or presented at an international, national, or district meeting, and no paper arising from it will be published either in print or electronic format prior to the end of the Pregnancy Meeting. If you intend to submit your work for publication, you must be certain that the publication date will be after the last day of the meeting. If you cannot guarantee this, please do not submit the abstract.
No, we don’t accept panel presentations.
Abstracts are reviewed by a blinded peer-review group. Each abstract is reviewed by a minimum of four experts. Four senior reviewers also review oral abstract presentations. The scores and recommendations are then reviewed and confirmed by the Program Committee.
No. Accepted presenters are expected to pay the full registration fee for the Pregnancy Meeting and attend the meeting in person.
No. Abstracts can be edited before the submission deadline, but they cannot be edited after. Please ensure your title, authors, institution, and abstract text are accurate before submitting.
Should this abstract be accepted for presentation, you agree to publication and hereby assign its copyright to SMFM. The abstract will be published in the abstract supplement. The publication of the full paper is not guaranteed and would require your submission of a completed paper for full peer review evaluation before acceptance. Additional information regarding the manuscript submission step will be provided later.
Late-breaking submissions will be accepted from October 6 - November 10, 2025.