All About Pregnancy & Birth
327 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 588 ratingsYou're not alone in your uncertainty about this monumental life stage of pregnancy and birth. If you’re ready to replace the overwhelm of late-night Googling with expert conversations and stories of strength and positivity from women just like you — join us on the top-rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast. The All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast is your place for supportive, evidence-based information from Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician who’s been in practice for nearly 15 years and has helped over 1000 babies into this world. You’ll also learn from innovative experts and hear stories of strength and resilience from parents and moms-to-be experiencing the same overwhelm and excitement as you.
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Ep 261: Nicole’s Birth Story - The Line Between Pain and Suffering
June 04, 2024 09:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBSometimes a “beautiful” birth doesn’t mean getting what you wanted - it means making the right decisions for yourself along the way. After being stuck at 5 cm for TWELVE HOURS, Nicole decided that it was time to change course. I’ll give away that she did have a vaginal birth, but it was nothing like she planned or anticipated. In this Episode, You’ll Learn About: Why Nicole eventually agreed to a low dose of pitocin What happened when the pitocin was increased Whether or not her water br...
Ep 260: Pregnancy & GBS (Group B Strep) - Updated!
May 28, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBGroup B strep, or GBS, is a relatively common bacterial infection found in the gastrointestinal and genitourinary tracts. Most people can be carriers and not have any symptoms. However, GBS can present problems for newborns and during pregnancy. I’m doing this episode because some changes have been made since I first covered this topic back in 2019. In 2022 the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) updated guidelines for testing and treating GBS. Staying informed and up...
Ep 259: Understanding the Link Between Feeding & Sleep with Hillary Sadler of Baby Settler
May 21, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBSo many parents feel like they have to choose between sleep and breastfeeding and today’s guest, Hillary Sadler, says that's not the case - and she knows what she’s talking about! A registered nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and mom of four, Hilary is a true expert in the art of balancing feeding and sleep. Getting enough sleep is going to be vital for your mental health. I’ve said it a hundred times and I’ll say it again: To have a healthy baby, you’ve gotta have...
Ep 258: Jodi’s Birth Story - Forceps With No Pain Medication
May 14, 2024 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBFor many parents, selecting where they’re going to give birth is an important part of the planning process. However, Jodi lives on a small island with only one hospital and didn’t have a choice in the matter. Though she and her baby are healthy, the birth was intensely challenging. Jodi’s pain went under-treated and many procedures were done without adequate communication. While I want to acknowledge that rural and remote medicine is complex, the pain Jodi suffered is unacceptable. In this...
Listener Q&A: 2 vessel umbilical cord
May 09, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.32 MBNormally the umbilical cord has 3 vessels - 2 arteries and one vein. What does it mean when your baby's umbilical cord has 2 vessels instead of 3? How do you know if this is a concern for your baby? I answer this listener question from Jessica in this episode! If you have a question you'd like me to answer, shoot me a DM on Instagram @drnicolerankins. Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice ...
Ep 257: Everything You Need To Know About The Prenatal Tests You’ll Get During Pregnancy
May 07, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBIn this episode, you'll learn all the tests that are recommended during pregnancy. I’ll break things down by trimester and talk about why the tests are done and what the results of the tests mean. You can use this information to prepare for upcoming tests or go back and ask questions about ones that were done in the past. The bulk of testing is done in the first trimester. Early screening is vital for the health of you and your baby. Healthcare doesn’t often focus on preventative care so us...
You've been told you're "high risk". What exactly does that mean?
May 02, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MBThe term high risks gets used a lot and can mean very different things depending on your unique circumstances. Learn what "high risk" actually means as well as questions you need to ask if you've been told you're "high risk". Join me in my free LIVE class Make A Birth Plan The Right Way! Grab your seat at drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day wit...
Ep 256: Fed is Best with The Formula Mom, Mallory Whitmore
April 30, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBMallory Whitmore knows her stuff about formula! She’s a certified infant feeding tech, leader of education at Bobbie–the only mom-founded and mom-run U.S. formula brand–and she’s the face behind The Formula Mom, an online platform for infant feeding info and support. To be clear, she’s not against breastfeeding, quite the opposite in fact! Her mission is to help parents make informed, confident, and supported infant feeding decisions–without guilt or shame. If that means all breastmilk, all...
Making a birth plan? Be sure to ask your doctor these 4 questions
April 25, 2024 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MBMaking a birth plan is a really important part of helping you have the birth you want. A birth plan helps you think through the things that you want for your birth and communicate your wishes with your birth team. To make the most of your birth plan, be sure to ask your doctor the 4 key questions you'll learn in this short episode! And to learn 4 more questions to ask as well as how to approach the process, tips to get your doctor and nurses to pay attention and what to include, join me in...
Ep 255: Amy’s Birth Story - Bonding After a Critical Care Birth
April 23, 2024 09:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBAmy had what she calls an "easy pregnancy". The birth was the difficult part. Her labor came on quickly and then stalled. While hospital staff nudged her along by breaking her water and administering Pitocin, it became clear that something was wrong. Amy was sick - she was showing symptoms of infection. As she faded in and out of consciousness, her family and care team discussed the options. Eventually it was decided that a C-section was the best choice. After birth, Amy didn't get her “TV...
Intense negative emotions with breastfeeding? It might be D-MER
April 18, 2024 15:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBDysmorphic milk ejection reflex, also known as D-MER, is a condition experienced by lactating women and individuals where you feel a sudden, brief, and very intense negative emotional response just before milk letdown or release. Learn about this important and underrecognized condition in this short episode. Join me LIVE on April 30th for my FREE class - Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way! Grab your spot at drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttb...
Ep 254: Maternal Disparities, How You Can Stay Safe, and How You Can Help
April 16, 2024 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThis episode is being released during Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17). Black Maternal Health Week was created by The Black Mamas Matter Alliance, a national coalition created to ensure all Black Mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy. In this episode you’re going to learn about pregnancy-related morbidity and mortality. Specifically, you’ll learn about the racial disparities in obstetric care as well as causes and solutions. You...
Fast Facts About Black Maternal Health
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.1 MBBlack Maternal Health week is April 11-17th! In this short episode I'm sharing some facts about Black Maternal Health. As I've done before, during Black Maternal Health week I'm collecting donations to giveaway spots in my online childbirth education class, The Birth Preparation Course. I'd love for my community to come together and donate enough to give away 10 spots! Please donate whatever you can at drnicolerankins.com/help. Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.co...
Ep 253: The Fourth Trimester with Pediatrician Dr. Jess Daigle
April 09, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBI love connecting you with other physicians who have a real heart and passion for caring for people and that’s exactly what you’re going to get in this episode with Dr. Jess. Since she was 10 years old, Dr. Jess Daigle (@momandme_md) knew she wanted to be a pediatrician and neonatologist. Now a board-certified pediatrician and CEO of Mom & Me MD, a concierge practice that focuses on providing in-home care and support for moms and babies after a NICU stay, she has made that dream a reality ...
Listener Q&A - Partial Molar Pregnancy
April 04, 2024 09:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this short episode I answer this question from Bailey: I was wondering if you could speak on partial-molar pregnancy in your podcast? My husband and I recently lost our baby due to this and I had to go through with a d&c, and this was something I hadn’t heard of until it happened to us. Thank you. If you have a question you want me to answer in the podcast shoot me a DM on Instagram @drnicolerankins! Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/p...
Ep 252: Andrea’s Birth Story - Joy and Grief After a Traumatic Birth
April 02, 2024 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBAndrea planned an induction at 39 weeks, but things didn't go as anticipated. She thought that her water broke just after 38 weeks and went to the hospital. It turned out that it didn't, but her blood pressure was high and her baby had turned to a transverse position - which is basically going across the uterus - and no matter how hard we try, a baby is not going to fit through the vagina that way. So she ended up having to have a C-section. A lot of things did not go great with her experie...
Stop fighting and listen to your body!
March 28, 2024 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBStop fighting and listen to your body! This doesn't mean what you think..... Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way - Free Class! Check out The Birth Preparation Course and get calm, confident, and empowered for your birth. If you like this podcast please support it at drnicolerankins.com/support. Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples. Download...
Ep 251: Low Amniotic Fluid? High Amniotic Fluid? What Do Amniotic Fluid Levels Mean for Your Baby?
March 26, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBAmniotic fluid (AF) is the liquid that surrounds your baby after the first few weeks of pregnancy. An adequate amount of amniotic fluid is absolutely, positively critical for fetal health. If it’s too low, there can be a risk of severe fetal deformations, umbilical cord compression, and in extreme cases, fetal death. On the other side, if it’s too high, there’s a range of other fetal disorders that can occur affecting both you and your baby. Neither extreme is very common, but they both requ...
All the things you DON'T have to do just because you're having a baby
March 21, 2024 21:00 - 10 minutes - 9.41 MBSocial media will have you believing you have to do SO MUCH when you are having a baby. I'm here to tell you that you don't! Learn exactly that things you don't have to do just because you're having a baby. Make A Birth Plan The Right Way - FREE Class! Click here to support All About Pregnancy & Birth! Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples...
Ep 250: Breastfeeding Advice From Board Certified Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist Dr. Andrea Wadley
March 19, 2024 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44 MBThis week’s guest is Dr. Andrea Wadley. She is board certified in both pediatrics AND breastfeeding medicine. In fact she’s one of only 100 physicians in the country who is board certified in breastfeeding medicine. With all of the unreliable information out there, it’s so important to seek out authorities like her. It would be great if your doctor was an expert in breastfeeding but the fact is, whether it’s your OB/GYN or pediatrician, that’s rarely the case. That’s where you’re going to h...
How to deal with those seasonal allergies while pregnant
March 14, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBI have a terrible time with seasonal allergies! And I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you have a hard time too, they might get worse in pregnancy. Get info on medication-free techniques (where I recommend you start) and medications to help with those turrrrible seasonal allergies! Also, please do me a big favor and leave a review of the podcast in Apple podcasts. It's SUCH a huge help! Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my...
Ep 249: Erin’s Birth Story - A Beautiful and Joyful Hospital Birth!
March 12, 2024 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBI think this might be the first time I’ve had a guest describe their birth as “beautiful,” “joyful,” and even “relaxing”! Erin wasn’t expecting to be somebody who loved her birth story but she absolutely does. Today, she’s here to share her perspective that a hospital birth can be beautiful. I didn’t realize until we started talking, but Erin actually gave birth in the hospital where I work! I was not a part of her birth but I know her doctor, nurses, and midwife. It was so nice to hear fro...
Listener Q&A - Can I have a vaginal birth with a bicornuate uterus?
March 07, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MBIn this shorty episode I'm answering a listener question that was sent to me via Instagram DM - "Hi Dr. Rankins! I love your podcast and just signed up for your free birth class. I’m [in my first trimester]. This is my first pregnancy and I’m a little nervous. I was born with one kidney and a bicornuate uterus. I am learning I may be at higher risk for breech and may have to have a c-section. Maybe this can be a small topic for a future podcast. Any information you have about women with a “...
Ep 248: How To Get Through Those First Six Weeks Postpartum
March 05, 2024 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBThis episode is all about helping you during those first six weeks postpartum! The reality is that once you get discharged from the hospital, your doctor likely won't see you for six weeks. Experts recommend some degree of contact within the first three weeks postpartum. However, the reality is that it isn’t common. So in this episode, you're going to get some great information to help you during that time. This episode is taken from The Birth Preparation Course, my online childbirth educat...
IV fluids during labor - are they necessary?
February 29, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MBIV (intravenous) fluids are extremely common and even routine during labor but are they really necessary? In this shorty episode I’ll break that down for you! You’ll learn what IV fluids are why they're given during labor My recommendation for IV fluids during labor use the code DRNICOLE and get 10% off my online childbirth education class, The Birth Preparation Course! Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a...
Ep 247: Getting the Support You Need with Doula HeHe Stewart
February 27, 2024 10:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBIf you’ve been listening to this show for a while, you’ll know that I’m a big proponent of doulas. What you might not know is that doulas can assist at all kinds of births - even planned cesareans! Today’s guest, Hehe Stewart, is the founder of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge and is a doula herself. Finding the right support for your birth can be overwhelming and there is a ton of good information in here to help you make informed and empowered choices. In this Episode, You’ll Lear...
Your baby should be with YOU after birth!
February 22, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.44 MBYour baby should be with YOU after birth! I break down the 3 pieces to that in this episode: skin to skin contact after birth delayed cord clamping baby being in your room at all times Be sure to get these things by making a birth plan! I teach you the RIGHT way to do that in my FREE class: drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, th...
Ep 246: Caitlin’s Birth Story - Having a Baby with Cleft Lip and Palate
February 20, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBToday Caitlin is here to share her story of having a baby with a cleft lip and palate. Usually, we talk mostly about the birth in birth story episodes of the podcast, but this episode is a little different. Caitlin reached out because despite it being relatively common, she noticed that I’d never touched upon cleft lip and palate on the podcast before and she wanted to share her experience and help others. So what is cleft lip and palate? They are congenital conditions that occur during fet...
Is kitty litter really dangerous in pregnancy?
February 15, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBThe concern about pregnant women changing kitty litter comes from the possibility of getting infected with something called toxoplasmosis. What is toxoplasmosis, what problems does it cause, and can you really get it from kitty litter? Take my free birth plan class! - drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Join my community on Instagram - instagram.com/drnicolerankins Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * P...
Ep 245: Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle
February 13, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode you're going to learn exactly what happens during your menstrual cycle. I decided to talk about this because, quite frankly, it’s something that many of us don’t fully understand. We talk about our cycles in relation to pregnancy but there’s a lot more to periods than ovulation! Your cycle can influence so many aspects of your life: libido, mood, energy, skin, appetite, and more! Better understanding your periods can help you make informed decisions regarding reproductive he...
What’s up with sleeping on your back during pregnancy?
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.97 MBIn this shorty episode you'll learn the changes that can happen with your sleep during pregnancy, why we recommend you don't sleep on your back during pregnancy, and strategies to get a good night's sleep (don't drink chamomile tea!). Take my free birth plan class! - drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for couples. Downl...
Ep 244: How to Have a Safer Childbirth with Attorney Gina Mundy
February 06, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBWhat can an attorney teach you about your labor and birth? A lot, it turns out! Gina Mundy specializes in childbirth cases defending medical professionals. Over the course of her 20+ year career, she has learned about the mistakes that can happen in hospitals and she’s here to share those insights with us. Her book, "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth," helps parents prevent errors and have a healthy baby. In today’s episode we are going to go through the 12 lessons covered in her book. ...
How Much Caffeine Is Safe In Pregnancy?
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MBListen in to learn what's considered a safe amount of caffeine during pregnancy. Get info on the amount of caffeine in many common beverages (like Starbucks) at the Center For Science In The Public Interest - https://www.cspinet.org/caffeine-chart Take my FREE birth plan class! - drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, the #1 app for ...
Ep 243: Denise’s Birth Story - Three abdominal surgeries within 2 years and a surprise pregnancy
January 30, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBFibroids, two C-sections, and one myomectomy. Denise showed incredible strength and bravery along her difficult path to motherhood. In addition to carrying her baby, she had fibroids that grew to enormous size - one was the size of a grapefruit! She had a myomectomy (fibroid removal) and two months afterward she discovered that she was pregnant again. She was told specifically not to get pregnant for at least 24 months to let her uterus heal but, as Denise says, “things happen”! Since pregn...
Can you eat deli meat during pregnancy?
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9 MBThe concern about eating deli meat in pregnancy revolves around the bacteria listeria. You'll learn what is listeria, how it can be very serious for your baby and what you can do to prevent it - including whether or not you should eat deli meat. Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way - Free Class! drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Practice love every day with Paired, the #...
Ep 242: The Stages of Labor - A Sneak Peek Inside the Birth Preparation Course!
January 23, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBToday I'm sharing a lesson from my online childbirth education class - The Birth Preparation Course! In this episode, you’re going to learn about the stages of labor. Every labor is different but there are some common generalities that are true most of the time. From the first contractions to pushing out your baby, I’ll walk you through the steps so you’ll know what to expect. This lesson is great in audio but it's even better in video! If you want to check out the course after listening to...
Let’s Talk About Sex (During Pregnancy)!
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MBThis is adult content so if you have kiddos, pop in those headphones! You'll hear me share how I pulled a sex toy from someone's vagina that had been in there for 4 - yes 4 - days. You'll also hear about whether sex in pregnancy is safe (spoiler alert it's very safe!) and some other helpful info (like some women actually have an increased sex drive during pregnancy - that's normal!). Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way - FREE Class! drnicolerankins.com/birthplan Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr...
Ep 241: Managing Mental Health during Pregnancy and Postpartum with Psychiatrist Dr. Stephanie Waggel
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBPregnant women and people who need psychiatric medication are uniquely underserved. There’s a big knowledge gap and it’s not just the general public. Med school doesn’t teach much about mental health medication and pregnancy. Fortunately, today’s guest is here to share information and dispel myths! Dr. Stephanie Waggel is a psychiatrist certified in perinatal mental health, specifically, advanced studies in perinatal psychopharmacology (medication for pregnant people). She’s one of very few...
Your Due Date Predicts....Nothing!
January 11, 2024 16:00 - 7 minutes - 7.22 MBOnly about 5% of women give birth on their actual due date! Yes 5%! The due date is still important as we use it to track how far along you are in your pregnancy so we can make sure your baby is growing as expected and we do tests at the appropriate time. Learn when most women give birth in this short episode. And to get the details on all the tests that are done during pregnancy (we as ob/gyns don't always do a great job of explaining this) grab my free guide to prenatal tests at drnicol...
Ep 240: Kelsey’s Birth Story - A Quick and Surprising VBAC
January 09, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBKelsey had a cesarean for her first birth and when she got pregnant with her second baby VBAC wasn’t exactly on her radar. After discussing it with her doctor, her hope was to either have a medicated vaginal birth or a c-section but, of course, neither of those happened. The delivery went so quickly that, even though she was “screaming bloody murder,” it was too late for her to get pain meds. A lot of people hope for a quick labor and birth but that can have its drawbacks, too. For Kelsey, ...
Allow Me To (Re)Introduce Myself!
January 04, 2024 22:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBIn this short episode I tell you a bit about my background, training and how I came to do this work. This is important because these days there are more and more people popping up (especially on social media) talking about pregnancy, birth and women’s health topics in general. And It’s really important that you get information from reliable and trustworthy sources. But here's the thing - YOU have to decide what you consider a reliable and trustworthy source. So listen and learn my educa...
Ep239: The Energies You Need to Bring into 2024 For Your Best Pregnancy, Birth, & Life
January 02, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBIt's 2024 and although I don't do new year's resolutions per se, I do like to take some time to think about what I can do to set myself up for a good year ahead. In this episode, I want to share some of the energies that we can bring into this 2024 to help set ourselves up for great experiences in pregnancy, birth, and life in general. Now I’m going to go through a few intentions but do NOT feel like you have to implement all of them. Start with picking a couple and bookmark this episode fo...
2023 Accomplishments!
December 28, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MBWe all need to look back on our accomplishments from time to time! In this shortie episode I'm looking back on 2023 accomplishments for The All About Pregnancy & Birth Podcast The Birth Preparation Course (drnicolerankins.com/enroll) Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way Class (drnicolerankins.com/birthplan) Social Media My work at the bedside as a practicing OB/GYN Personal life accomplishments What did you accomplish in 2023 that you're proud of? DM me on Instagram @drnicolerankins and le...
Ep238: Top Episodes of 2023
December 26, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBAt the end of the year, I like to do a recap of the most downloaded episodes. Looking back at the number of times the podcast was streamed in 2023 amazes me. You all listened to the show over 583,000 times this year - that's over 1,500 times a day! I am so grateful that you tune in and find this information helpful. Now today I’m sharing the top three solo episodes, top four interviews, and top five birth stories. You’re going to love revisiting the best of 2023 and I can’t wait to see wher...
How A Pregnant Patient Got A Medical Helicopter Ride
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.2 MBIt started with abdominal pain and ended with a medical helicopter ride... and a detour in the middle at the airport. Listen to hear the story and lessons learned from it. Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way - FREE Class! - drnicolerankins.com/birth-plan Check out The Birth Preparation Course, my online childbirth education class - drnicolerankins.com/enroll Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! * Pract...
Ep237: The Importance of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy with Dr. Marcy Crouch
December 19, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThe American healthcare system doesn’t value preventative care, especially when it comes to reproductive health. One tool that could help in preventing injury and improving healing after birth is pelvic floor physical therapy. It’s not a standard part of maternity care so its benefits aren’t widely known by practitioners - even I didn't know that pelvic floor physical therapists could help with pregnancy and birth related issues until years into my practice. It may not even occur to provider...
Baby Aspirin In Pregnancy - Should You Be Taking It?
December 14, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBIn this episode you'll learn why we prescribe baby aspirin, who should take it and how much. Low-dose aspirin (81 mg/d a.k.a. baby aspirin) reduces the frequency of preeclampsia, as well as related adverse pregnancy outcomes (preterm birth, growth restriction), by approximately 10-20%. Low-dose aspirin should be started after 12 weeks and ideally before 16 weeks and continued daily until delivery. Low-dose aspirin is recommended for: Pregnant individuals with one or more of the following...
Ep236: Kerry’s Birth Story - Navigating the Unimaginable
December 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBThis is a hard story but I hope that you listen. It’s such a demonstration of strength and resilience through an incredibly challenging time. After a normal pregnancy, Kerry lost her daughter to a rare epileptic condition at 3 months old. What happened to Kerry and her family is rare but rare does not mean it doesn’t happen. The reality is that sometimes very difficult and painful circumstances happen during pregnancy and birth and things aren’t going to be ok. We need tools to deal with th...
You're paying for that hospital room....make it yours!
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MBThe physical environment around you can make a HUGE impact on your labor and birth! There are 4 things you can influence in your hospital room to help create a positive, supportive energy around your birth (lights, smells, sounds, things). Take my FREE birth plan class drnicolerankins.com/birth-plan Join The Birth Preparation Course - drnicolerankins.com/enroll Our Sponsors: * Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm: drmombuttbalm.com * Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal! *...
Ep235: Demystifying Parenting with Sharon Mazel
December 05, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBThe blessing and curse of living in the digital age is the overwhelming amount of information. How are you supposed to know what’s reliable and what’s not? It can feel paralyzing to have every fact at our fingertips. Fortunately, you’ve got experts like myself and Sharon Mazel to help cut through the noise. Sharon is an internationally recognized parenting and pregnancy expert, author, journalist, speaker, parenting coach, and mom of four with over 25 years experience in the field. She wrot...