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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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Ep61: Emilee's Birth Story - Learning to Have Healthy...

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2020/03/31

In this uplifting birth story episode, Emilee Wilson talks about learning to have healthier pregnancies after dealing with preeclampsia during her first. We also discuss how her first pregnancy changed her approach to life and wellness and why she decided to have unmedicated births.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode61 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card

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Ep60: Sleeping, Caffeine, Deli Meats, Sex: Answers to...

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2020/03/24

Today I'm answering common questions about pregnancy: do you have to sleep on your back? Should you avoid caffeine? Why should you avoid changing the kitty litter? Is sex during pregnancy okay? And several more.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode60 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicoleOur Sponsors:* Check out Dr. Mom Butt Balm at

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Ep59: Hiring a Birth Photographer with Tavia Redburn

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2020/03/17

I've been looking forward to doing this episode for a while because birth photography has been on my radar a lot more lately. I used to think it was a bit of a luxury, but the more I learn about it the more I think all moms should consider whether they'd like to have a photographer present for their birth.To talk about all things birth photography, we're joined by the wonderful Tavia Redburn. Tavia is a birth & newborn photographer in Oklahoma, and she also trains other new birth

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[SPECIAL EP] Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pregnancy:...

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2020/03/10

I have a special, timely episode for you today about COVID-19 (also known as coronavirus). Some listeners asked me what they need to know about how coronavirus could affect their pregnancy and baby, so this episode should help answer some of those questions. In this episode, I'll give you an overview on what this coronavirus is, how this outbreak has spread so far, and what symptoms to watch for. We will also talk about how to take care of yourself and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. And

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Ep58: Savanna's Birth Story - Listening to Your Body...

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2020/03/03

I have another wonderful birth story episode for you today! This time, we're joined by Savanna, a Physician Assistant and mom of one. who lives in Georgia with her family.Savanna had a relatively uneventful pregnancy and scheduled her induction around 40 weeks. After being induced, her labor only lasted about 12 hours in total. Once her baby was born, however, things got a bit more interesting.Savanna dealt with some postpartum health issues that we chat about in today's episode, including

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Ep57: Preparing Physically for Birth & Postpartum...

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2020/02/25

We talk a lot on the podcast about preparing for your birth, and usually that revolves around preparing mentally. We're diving into another aspect of birth preparation today though, and we're focusing on how you can prepare both physically and mentally for your birth and for the postpartum healing process.Brooke Cates is the founder of the Bloom Method, which empowers expecting and postnatal moms with smart, safe and effective education and workouts. The method works to prepare mothers for

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Ep56: Everything You Need to Know About Gestational...

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2020/02/18

I get a lot of questions about gestational diabetes (also known as gestational diabetes mellitus or GDM). I think it scares a lot of women to know that their blood sugar could affect their pregnancy, baby, and delivery, so I wanted to share everything I know about GDM in today’s episode. We’re talking about what exactly gestational diabetes is, how common it is, how it's diagnosed, and how it's treated. I’ll also cover some of the side effects GDM can have on you and your baby and why you

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Ep55: Educating Yourself and Preparing for Childbirth...

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2020/02/11

We have an exciting episode today: this is the first time I've ever had a guest on the podcast who is currently pregnant! I thought it would be wonderful to have someone on who is on the same journey as a lot of my listeners, so today we have the honor of hosting Amber Manning.Amber is an Occupational Therapist based in Dallas, Texas. She and her husband recently got married and are expecting their first baby in April, so they've jumped wholeheartedly into educating themselves about

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Ep54: What We Can Do About Obstetric Violence and...

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2020/02/04

Today's topic is an incredibly important one: obstetric violence. I know it sounds a bit heavy, but it's something that all of us - expecting families, doctors, midwives, doulas, and people in society - should know more about. I'm excited to be joined on this episode by Cristen Pascucci, an incredibly dedicated advocate and activist for human rights during childbirth. She has a number of projects, including Birth Monopoly and Mother May I (a documentary about obstetric violence), that

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Ep53: What You Need to Know About Getting Vaccinated...

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2020/01/28

A lot of soon-to-be moms aren't sure what vaccinations they should (or shouldn't) get during pregnancy, if any. I know there are a lot of questions and misconceptions about immunization generally, so I thought this would be a good opportunity to do a deep dive into vaccines and pregnancy.There is a key difference between inactive and live vaccines, and the live kind are never recommended during pregnancy. In fact, there are only two immunizations that are definitely recommended during

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Ep52: Miranda's Birth Story - Why You Must Learn...

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2020/01/21

We're back with another birth story for you today! This is an extra special one because this is the first time I'm having someone on who used my Birth Preparation Course as part of their childbirth education. Miranda is an emergency veterinarian and self-described data-driven person. She learned as much as she could before giving birth to her daughter, who was only 11 weeks old when we did this interview. I really appreciate Miranda's honesty in this episode about how scary her birth

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Ep51: Preparing for Postpartum Life, Relationships,...

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2020/01/14

So many parents prepare a lot for their pregnancy and birth, but don't think much about how they are going to handle the postpartum transition period. Health professionals are guilty of this, too. We don't do enough to prepare parents for all the changes they are going to experience after their baby arrives: mentally, emotionally, physically, and in their relationships.Here to talk with us today about easing that transition into parenthood is Dr. Alyssa Berlin. Dr. Berlin is a clinical

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Ep50: 10 Things to Help You Have Your Best Pregnancy,...

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2020/01/07

Happy New Year everyone, and thank you so much for sticking with me through 50 episodes! It's been such a rewarding journey, and I love being of service to you all. I thought I would kick off this year with ten pieces of advice that I hope will help you in pregnancy, birth, and life beyond. I want to share ten of the things I think are most important for not only having a healthy and happy pregnancy & birth, but for building a fulfilling life, too. We'll start off with some practical

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[REBROADCAST] My Birth Stories

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2019/12/31

I think it's really important for women to share their birth stories with one another. It gives us not only a chance to learn from other people's experiences, but the opportunity to connect over a life-changing, sometimes scary event. I've been looking back on the past year of the podcast, and I think the birth stories have been one of the most wonderful aspects of the show. December is a big month in my family - you'll hear why in this episode! - so I wanted to celebrate the end of

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[REBROADCAST] The Gut Microbiome and Your Pregnancy...

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2019/12/24

Dr. Sarina Pasricha is an adult gastroenterologist and an expert on our human gut microbiome. This is still an emerging area of study, and we learn more about our gut microbiomes all the time. There is some especially interesting research on the microbiomes of pregnant women, and that's what we focus on in this episode. Dr. Pasricha and I start off talking about what exactly the gut microbiome is, why it's important, and what you can do to support it before, during, and after your pregnancy

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Ep49: What to Know About Genetic Testing For You and...

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2019/12/17

There's a lot of confusion out there around genetic testing during pregnancy. Who should get tested? When? Is it a cause for concern, or a harmless preventative measure?I wanted to clear up any confusion or misconceptions about genetic testing in today's episode of the podcast, so I invited Dr. Keisha Reddick back on the show to help me do so.Dr. Reddick is a Maternal Fetal Medicine doctor and is up-to-date on everything you need to know about genetic testing and carrier testing for you and

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Ep48: How Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Can...

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2019/12/10

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are a common part of life, though many of us are afraid or ashamed to talk about them. In reality, 50% of adults will have an STI at some point in our lives. This includes pregnant women, and there shouldn't be any stigma associated with having an STI.Having or contracting an STI during pregnancy happens to many people and it's important to know how STIs can affect your pregnancy and your baby. Today I'm running through five common STIs - chlamydia,

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Ep47: Everything You Want to Know About Fertility and...

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2019/12/03

I'm so excited to have today's guest on the show to talk about a topic I know many of my listeners are really interested in: fertility. Whether you're actively trying for a baby or are only just starting to consider getting pregnant, it's good to know what to expect with your fertility and when to seek help.To talk all about fertility today we're joined by the amazing Dr. Cindy Duke. Cindy M.P. Duke is a M.D. Ph.D trained Physician Scientist who is Board Certified in Obstetrics

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[REBROADCAST] All About Doulas With Keisha Graham

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2019/11/26

I'm spending time with family this week for Thanksgiving, so this week's episode is a rebroadcast of one of my favorite episodes. Enjoy! Do you know what a doula is, what they do, and how they can help you during your pregnancy & labor? There are a lot of misconceptions out there about doulas, so I thought it would be helpful to chat to a doula and get an inside look at their work and all the things they do for pregnant women. Our guest for this episode is Keisha Graham, who has been a

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Ep46: A Guide to Prenatal Testing and What to Expect...

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2019/11/19

Have you ever felt confused about prenatal testing and why your doctor is running so many tests on you during your pregnancy?I realized that a lot of OBGYNs don't do a great job of explaining all of the tests we do during pregnancy, so I thought I'd walk you through the recommended ones. Thank you to Julie, who suggested this topic in the All About Pregnancy & Birth Facebook Group!You'll have most of your testing done at the initial appointment, which includes a full blood count and

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