Her research interests center on the potential for nursing care to enhance or impact positive outcomes of pregnant women, both socially and medically. This includes nursing involvement in assessment and intervention of mood disorders in medically complicated pregnancies and how self-care can impact outcomes. Linda has worked in health care systems for over 25 years as a research coordinator and a nurse. Her experience includes 14 years specific to maternal fetal medicine. She has recently taken a certified diabetes educator exam. Linda’s career experiences and interests allow her to take an active role in research regarding care of the patients with depression in pregnancy.