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Birth With Power

Dr. Nicole C. Rankins

Birth With Power is the go-to podcast for expecting mothers who want to take charge of their birth experience.Hosted by Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, a practicing, board-certified OB/GYN with over 20 years of experience and thousands of births attended, this podcast delivers accurate, expert advice, real birth stories, and honest conversations to get you informed and empowered.Through solo episodes, guest interviews, and inspiring birth stories, you’ll get the tools to navigate pregnancy, labor, and

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Ep104: A Hands-On Approach to Addressing Trauma in...

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2021/02/23

In today’s episode I’m happy to welcome back Parijat Deshpande. Her unique neurobiological approach has served hundreds of women to manage pregnancy complications and reclaim a safety and trust in their bodies that they thought was eroded forever.Parijat is the author of bestselling book Pregnancy Brain: A Mind-Body Approach to Stress Management During a High-Risk Pregnancy. She is also the host of the popular podcast Delivering Miracles®️. This episode is especially for people who’ve had a history

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Ep103: Uterine Fibroids in Pregnancy

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2021/02/16

Today you’re going to learn about fibroids in pregnancy In this episode, you’ll first learn a bit about fibroids outside of pregnancy because it’s important to understand that in order to understand how they impact pregnancy. After that I’ll explain the risk factors and symptoms associated. I will also explain the safest options for symptom management.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode103 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you

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Ep102: Kelsey’s Birth Story - Expecting the Unexpected

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2021/02/09

It’s another birth story episode today and this one is a lot. And by a lot I mean that Kelsey experienced quite a range of different things during her pregnancies and birth.Kelsey joins us to talk about the stress around her first pregnancy, a very wanted pregnancy that she ended because of a fatal genetic condition. She explores how she got pregnant again pretty quickly after that and what that experience was like.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode102 and check out all the free

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Ep 101: Coaching Dads Through the “WTF” Moments of...

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2021/02/02

David Arrell is an Author, Entrepreneur, Consultant, and Men's Coach. He is passionate about coaching men on how to more fully embrace and embody healthy masculinity, especially through the powerful modalities of partnership and parenting. His most recent work in this area is the book Welcome To Fatherhood: The Modern Man's Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Fatherhood, better known as WTF.In WTF David encourages men to more actively step into their important supportive roles during

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Ep100: How You Can Have A Beautiful Birth

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2021/01/26

For this special 100th episode, I wanted to share my unique Beautiful Birth Prep Process with all of you. This is the framework that guides all of my work, especially my new and improved version of The Birth Preparation Course.There are five steps to having a beautiful birth and I will walk through each of them today. I will talk about getting in the right mindset for your pregnancy & birth, preparing for the possibilities, and making birth wishes that really work.Find full show notes

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Ep99: Kara's Birth Story - Working Through a Very...

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2021/01/19

In this birth story episode, Kara shares her experience going through a 40+ hour labor. She talks about physical discomfort during prenatal exams, laboring at home, realizing how strong contractions can be and the moment she met me during her labor. This is a great story packed with valuable information about every stage of pregnancy & birth!Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode99 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you

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Ep98: Hepatitis In Pregnancy and Birth with Dr....

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2021/01/12

Dr. Keisha Reddick is back on the podcast to share what you should know about hepatitis during pregnancy & birth. We talk about what hepatitis is, how common it is, how it's transmitted and much more. We also talk about how having hepatitis might change your prenatal care & delivery and why it is always good to get tested & have a fuller picture of your health. Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode98 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for

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Ep97: 15 Things You Need to Know Before Giving Birth

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2021/01/05

Today I'm updating one of my very first episodes, 9 Things You Need to Know Before Giving Birth, with six new bits of advice and guidance. We'll talk about why I think childbirth education is more important than ever, preparing yourself mentally & emotionally for becoming a parent, and everything else you need to know before your baby arrives.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode97 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you

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Ep96: Revisiting My Top 10 Episodes & Looking Ahead...

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2020/12/29

We've made it to the end of a challenging year, so I wanted to end things on a lighter note and look back at the top 10 episodes of the podcast so far. In this episode, I'll share some commentary for each episode that didn't make it into the final cut, talk a bit about what's coming up in 2021, and thank all of my amazing listeners for joining me on this incredible journey.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode96 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources

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Ep95: HypnoBirthing - What It Is, How It Works and...

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2020/12/22

Today Caroline O'Neill joins me to tell us all about HypnoBirthing: what it is, how it works, and how it can help you even beyond labor. We talk about why all birthing people need to practice managing pain, how your support partner can utilize HypnoBirthing techniques, and what you might want to know about this practice before you get started. Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode95 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you

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Ep94a: COVID-19 & Pregnancy Update - What to Know...

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2020/12/15

In this episode I'm providing you with some updated information (as of December 2020) about COVID-19, vaccination and pregnancy. I'll talk about the development of COVID vaccines, what we know about vaccines & pregnancy, and what you might consider when deciding whether to get vaccinated while pregnant. I'll also cover what you can expect treatment-wise if you have COVID-19 during pregnancy & birth and how that will impact you & your baby. Find full show notes

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Ep94: How Prenatal Yoga Can Improve Your Entire Birth...

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2020/12/08

Today I'm joined by the wonderful Deb Flashenberg, founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center in New York City. We talk all about the benefits of prenatal yoga, why learning how to align your body & baby are so helpful for birth, and how yoga can help you practice autonomy over your own body & birth experience.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode94 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you at drnicolerankins.com/resources.Learn more

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Ep93: Brooke's Birth Story - An Unmedicated Hospital...

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2020/12/01

We have another lovely birth story episode for you this week, this time with Brooke! She tells us all about her completely unmedicated hospital birth and what it was like being pregnant & delivering her baby during the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about why seeing a pelvic floor physical therapist was a great idea for her, how she prepared mentally, physically and spiritually for her birth, and how she advocated for herself and her birth wishes.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:-Why Brooke

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Ep92: What to Know About Being Pregnant with Twins

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2020/11/24

Being pregnant with twins is a bit different than having just one baby. In this episode I'm going over what you need to know about carrying & delivering twins, some of the complications you should watch out for, and what your provider will keep an eye on throughout your pregnancy and birth with twins.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode92 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you at drnicolerankins.com/resources.Learn more about donating your

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[REBROADCAST] All About Preeclampsia and What You...

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2020/11/17

I wanted to revisit this episode about pre-eclampsia because of the recent, tragic loss of Dr. Chaniece Wallace MD, who was a Pediatric Chief Resident at Indiana University School of Medicine. She passed away on October 24 after giving birth to her baby Charlotte via emergency c-section. She experienced severe preeclampsia, so I wanted to bring back this conversation with Dr. Cecily Clark Ganhart about what preeclampsia is, what the symptoms are, and why we need to take it seriously. You can donate

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Ep91: Rick's Fatherhood Story - Prenatal Care,...

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2020/11/10

I'm really excited to have the second dad on the podcast to share his perspective on pregnancy, labor and birth! Rick Mulready is an online business owner and dad to an 18-month old girl with his wife Amy. Rick shares his experience of supporting his wife as she carried and delivered their baby. He talks about his anxiety in the early days of pregnancy, why he resisted reading other people's birth experiences, and how his wife's labor and delivery felt from his perspective. He also

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Ep90: Perineal Tears: Risk Factors, Prevention, and...

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2020/11/03

I get lots of questions about perineal tears - how they happen, how to prevent them, and how to heal them - so I want to answer as many of those as I can for you today. In this episode you'll learn how common perineal lacerations are, risk factors that can increase your chances, strategies to prevent them, and how they can affect current and future pregnancies.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode90 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have for you

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Ep89: Making Sure Your Dog and Your New Baby Get...

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2020/10/27

If you're bringing home a new baby and you have a dog (or want one), then you need a plan that keeps everyone safe & happy. Michelle Stern of Pooch Parenting joins us on this episode to talk about introducing your newest family member to your pup and how you can prepare beforehand. We also chat about dog breeds and what to think about when adding a new dog to your family.Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode89 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth resources I have

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Ep88: Ashlyn's Birth Story - A Scheduled Labor...

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2020/10/20

In this lovely birth story episode, Ashlyn shares what it was like having her first baby during COVID-19 via a scheduled induction. She had a great experience with prenatal care and her birth, which included an epidural and episiotomy. We talk about how her care changed in light of the coronavirus pandemic and how she and her husband have navigated family expectations after their baby girl arrived. Find full show notes at drnicolerankins.com/episode88 and check out all the free pregnancy & birth

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Ep87: A Milestone Birthday, My Mission, and a...

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2020/10/13

If you're listening to this episode the day it comes out, then it is my 46th birthday! This is an interesting milestone for me, so this week's episode is a little different to reflect that. My older sister died of cancer the day before her 46th birthday, so naturally I've been thinking a lot about her, reflecting on her life, and thinking about my own. I wanted to share what these reflections have taught me about my work and what I will be stepping into in this next chapter of life. I am

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