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Birth With PowerWelcome To Birth With Power!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 postpartum with calm and confidence.Whether you’re planning your first birth or your fourth, Birth With...2025-03-2802 minBirth With PowerMy Evolving Thoughts On Hospital Birth - Has It Gotten Worse??In this short episode I address this really thoughtful comment from a listener -"I've noticed that Dr. Rankins' position statements have gotten stronger on the negatives of a hospital birth over time (in the year+ that I've been listening). For instance her opening introduction now frames hospitals as a system that "too often takes away power from women over what happens in their own bodies." When she first started I think this was phrased more as "it can undermine women" or something a little softer. I've noticed the types of guests she welcomes onto the podcast...2024-11-0716 minBirth With PowerEp 272: Nicole’s Birth Story - An Empowering VBAC Followed By a Five-Week NICU StayNicole (yes, another Nicole!) is here to share her empowering story of a successful VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) followed by a challenging postpartum. Because she was intentional about her care team, she set herself up for success in the ways that she was able to control.However, nobody could control the liver issues her daughter would experience after birth. It took four hospital transfers and a five-week stay in the NICU before her baby was stable enough to come home. While Nicole’s birth story had a different ending than she expected, she took on the ch...2024-09-1049 minBirth With PowerListener Q&A - how many contractions are too many and what is terbutaline??In this short episode I'm answering this listener question from Cat!"Hi Dr. Nicole! Long time listener & love your podcast!!. Question for you - a friend of mine recently gave birth to a beautiful baby girl but unfortunately her birth didn't go as planned. She got to the hospital at 7.5cm, got an epidural, and then they told her she was "having too many contractions, 5 in 10 mins, and the limit is 6" so they gave her Terbutaline/Brethine to slow down her labor. I have listened to hundreds of birth stories and never heard of this! Then, of...2024-09-0515 minBirth With PowerListener Q&A - Something was up with my placentaIn this shorty episode I answer this question from Keri. "Hi Dr. Nicole! I love the podcast and have a question for the Q&A. I have a 2 year old daughter. Easy pregnancy and delivery at 40w6d and healthy baby! At the hospital, it is routine to send the placenta to pathology. The report stated that I had “patchy chorangiosis” with a note that it is associated with tobacco or drug use during pregnancy and a bunch of other medical issues. This was alarming to me, but Google did not provide much information, but it seems rare...2024-08-0111 minBirth With Power[A Dr. Nicole Favorite] What Is a Physiologic Birth and How Do You Have One in the Hospital?Real talk: things have been a little crazy for me these past couple weeks and I didn’t have an opportunity to record a new episode. So, I decided to pick one of my favorites to replay: physiologic birth.The reason I chose this is because it’s a term that gets mentioned a lot on social media but doesn’t get defined. It’s also a term that -quite honestly- I didn’t fully understand before I made this episode. I learned a lot when I researched and wrote this episode and I know you will too.2024-06-1853 minBirth With PowerEp 261: Nicole’s Birth Story - The Line Between Pain and SufferingSometimes 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 pitocinWhat happened when the pitocin was increasedWhether or not her water brokeHow her partner supported the decision to get an epiduralWh...2024-06-0457 minBirth With PowerListener Q&A - Can I have a vaginal birth with a bicornuate uterus?In 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 “h...2024-03-0710 min
NICU Babies Parent SupportS6 E94: Do I Have Postpartum Depression or Anxiety? ft. Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsAre you worried you might be suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety? Whether it’s been days, weeks or months since the birth of your baby, board-certified OB/Gyn Dr. Nicole Rankins shares what PPD and PPA are, common symptoms, treatment options and where to seek help. 💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker: Instagram | Facebook | Website 💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins: Instagram | Facebook | Website | Podcast 🔗 Links to resources: Postpartum Support International Reprotox LactMed 📺Socials 📺...2024-02-0738 minNICU Babies Parent SupportS6 E94: Do I Have Postpartum Depression or Anxiety? ft. Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsAre you worried you might be suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety? Whether it’s been days, weeks or months since the birth of your baby, board-certified OB/Gyn Dr. Nicole Rankins shares what PPD and PPA are, common symptoms, treatment options and where to seek help. 💚 Connect with the host, Kathryn Whitaker: Instagram | Facebook | Website 💚 Connect with the guest, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins: Instagram | Facebook | Website | Podcast 🔗 Links to resources: Postpartum Support International Reprotox LactMed 📺Socials 📺...2024-02-0738 min
The Messy Mom PodcastPreparing for the Delivery Room with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsToday, we're thrilled to have Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins return to the show to dive into all things related to preparing for the delivery room. It's a special full-circle moment as she previously joined us right before Bailey's first son was born, discussing birth preparation and creating a birth plan. Now, we're back for her second pregnancy, covering everything about the delivery room experience!If you're expecting or know someone who is, especially if it's their first time, this episode is packed with information. Listen in as we cover where to start for pregnancy education, red flags...2023-12-1137 minBirth With Power[A DR. NICOLE FAVORITE] The Midwifery Model Of CareThis week’s episode is a rebroadcast all about midwifery care. It's a “Dr. Nicole Favorite” because the midwifery model of care is outstanding. All of us who work in maternal health should learn about it, implement midwifery care aspects into the care we provide, and you should look for these elements in the care you receive regardless of whether or not you have a midwife.I was initially inspired to do this episode after hearing Heidi (episode 119) talk about how her midwife worked so well with a physician in order to help her have a beautiful birth...2023-11-0742 minBirth With PowerDr Nicole Says: Pregnant PeopleIn this short episode you're going to learn my honest thoughts about the term pregnant people.I'd love to hear your thoughts about this! Shoot me a message through my website drnicolerankins.com/contact or send me a DM on Instagram @drnicolerankins.And Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way in my free class! Sign up here.Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! https://ritual.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands2023-11-0207 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Stories - There's An Umbilical Cord Hanging Out!!This is called an umbilical cord prolapse and it’s a true obstetric emergency.The cord can get squeezed and cut off blood supply to the baby.Listen to learn the unique way I handled this situation.Make A Birth Plan The RIGHT Way! - FREE Class drnicolerankins.com/birth-planOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! https://ritual.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands2023-10-2609 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Says - Don't Expect A Doula To Save YouI LOVE a great doula!But I see too much pressure placed on them to save the day for pregnant women and that's not fair.Check out The Birth Preparation Course: drnicolerankins.com/enrollOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! https://ritual.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-10-1209 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Says - You Deserve More Than A Healthy BabyWe need to stop saying just be happy to have a healthy baby.Birth is a special event that doesn’t happen very often. So of course you have wishes beyond just physical health for this beautiful life changing event.Now, unfortunately not everyone sees things that way. There are doctors, nurses, and even family members or friends who will tell you “just be happy to have a healthy baby”.And yes of course you want a healthy baby, but beyond that, I know you wa...2023-10-0508 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole's Stories From The Hospital - A Low Intervention Unmedicated Hospital BirthIn this shorty episode you'll get a play by play of what it was like when I recently cared for a patient who had a low intervention hospital birth. Here are a few things that were included -no IV fluids (but a saline lock)intermittent monitoringlimited cervical exams (I only did 2 during her more than 12 hours of labor)encouraging movingeating and drinking as she desiredand more!Check out my online childbirth education class The Birth Preparation Course - drnicolerankins.com/enroll Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and...2023-09-2814 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Says - Skin To Skin Contact Should Be Routine With EVERY BirthOn your skin. That’s where your baby should be right after birth!The benefits of skin to skin contact include:An easier transition to newborn lifeMore stable breathing and temperatureHelps with breastfeedingPromotes bondingCheck out The Birth Preparation Course , my online childbirth education class that gets you calm. confident, and empowered to have a beautiful birth. Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! https://ritual.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...2023-09-2111 minBirth With PowerDr Nicole Says - NOTHING should happen to you during your birth without your consentNothing should happen to you during your birth without your consent.That means before➡️ Vaginal exams➡️ Breaking your water➡️ Starting pitocin➡️ Episiotomythere’s a discussion about the benefits, risks, and alternatives and your provider needs to receive your explicit consent before proceeding.This places YOU at the center of your birth which is exactly how it should be.The Birth Preparation CourseOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! h...2023-09-1410 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Says: Mistreatment In Pregnancy and Birth Study and How To Avoid MistreatmentThis Dr. Nicole Says episode is about the August 2023 CDC study examining mistreatment and discrimination in birth.Approximately one in five (20.4%) respondents reported experiencing at least one type of mistreatment. 28.9% of respondents reported experiencing at least one form of discrimination during maternity care. Yet, 90.5% of respondents were satisfied with the care they received during pregnancy Why is that? I break all of it down and you'll also learn how you can avoid mistreatment.Link to CDC StudyThe Birth Preparation Course...2023-08-3116 minBirth With PowerDr. Nicole Says: It's Ok To Fear Birth!Welcome to the first episode of Dr. Nicole Says! In this episode you'll learn why it's not only ok, but NORMAL to fear birth and what you should do with that fear.These Dr. Nicole Says episodes will be short episodes (about 10 minutes or less) where I share a little pregnancy and birth gem with you :).The only way to know about these episodes is to subscribe to the podcast so be sure you're subscribed!Register for the class How to Make a Birth Plan the RIGHT Way (next LIVE c...2023-08-2409 min
Birth With PowerEp189: Top Episodes of 2022Welcome to the last episode of the year! As always I’m incredibly grateful that you are spending some of your time with me today. So in this episode I am sharing the most downloaded episodes of 2022 from each of the main categories of the show: birth stories, expert interviews, and solo episodes. I love producing this podcast because I not only get to share my knowledge with you but I actually get to learn and grow as an OB through these interviews.Now I often do listener shoutouts and today I want to do a listener sho...2022-12-2726 min
Birth With PowerEp158: How to Prepare for Postpartum with Nicole Makowka of LOOMThe earlier you can start thinking about the postpartum period, the better. Just like all other parts of birth, everyone’s postpartum experience will be different. There are both physical and mood disorders that can affect some people. Oftentimes even experienced care providers can overlook planning for this crucial period and that’s why Nicole Makowka is here today. Nicole is a licensed marriage and family therapist and an expert in early childhood development. She is also the Head of Education & Wellbeing at LOOM - an online platform for sexual and reproductive wellbeing. She has developed postpartum curricula for LOOM...2022-04-1954 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] A Father's Perspective on Pregnancy & Birth with Falcon RankinsThis week we're revisiting episode 81 where I interview my husband, Falcon. It was really interesting to hear what things felt like from his perspective. I talk a lot about the experience of the birthing person on this podcast, which often means that I don't talk as much about what it feels like to be the supporting partner. So, in this special episode my husband Falcon is joining me to talk about his feelings and experiences during my pregnancies and births.Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode81Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister f...2021-12-2848 min
Birth With PowerEp140: Tiffany’s Birth Story - The Power of Birth EducationThis is a birth story episode that really warmed my heart. Tiffany used knowledge to overcome fears around being a woman of color getting pregnant and giving birth. As someone who researches everything, she knew she needed to be prepared with information to go through the birth process, especially as a first time mom. Tiffany says “Finding Dr. Rankins, a Black woman like myself, gave me the courage to face birth and pregnancy head on. Most importantly, I was empowered to advocate for myself because I had the knowledge I needed to do so.”A lot of the...2021-11-1657 min
You, The MotherPreparing for Birth with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsThis week on the Mimosas with Moms Podcast, Abbey welcomes Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins. Dr. Nicole is a board-certified, practicing OB/GYN and mom of 2 who empowers first time moms to feel supported and prepared for pregnancy and birth. Dr. Nicole talks about how to prepare for birth and how to create your birthing wishes. Dr. Nicole touches on topics such as navigating through unexpected things that may arise during the birthing experience, cesarean births, VBACs, and the Black Maternal Health. How can we prepare for a more empowered birth for all women and how can we advocate for ourselves...2021-07-2040 min
She Finds JoyEp. 49 | How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed in Motherhood with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsEp 49 | How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed in Motherhood with Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins
Today on the She Finds Joy podcast, Kim sits down for a conversation with Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins. Nicole is a board-certified, practicing OB/GYN and mom of two girls who empowers first-time moms to feel supported and prepared for pregnancy and birth. Over the last 15 years, she’s helped more than a thousand babies come into this world and has demystified pregnancy and childbirth for thousands of women through her 5-star rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast, her free online birth plan class, an...2021-05-1943 min
Yoga Birth BabiesFailure to Progress In Labor with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsFailure to progress in labor. Can we all agree this is a horrible name and can impact someone’s view of their ability to give birth!For years, birthing people have been expected to follow “Freidman’s Curve” a standard set by a trial of only 500 participants conducted nearly 50 years ago. Recently, ACOG has set new standards. Unfortunately many hospitals and practices have been slow to put these new standards into practice. In this episode of Yoga|Birth|Babies, I am thrilled to bring back board-certified, practicing OB/GYN and mom of 2, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins to...2021-05-1949 min
The BirthCircle | Birth, Pregnancy, & PostPartum ConversationsProtecting Your Choices Through Prenatal Education | Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsToday we talk to Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, birth educator and practicing OBGYN. She has been involved in over 1000 births over the last 15 years, and contributes to ongoing birth education through courses on her website (https://drnicolerankins.com/) and through her podcast, All About Pregnancy and Birth (https://drnicolerankins.com/podcast/) We talk about Nicole's work as an OBGYN and how she got started, as well as how she manages long hours and how having long shifts for an OB hospitalist helps to decrease the rates of C-Section. We discuss her interest and training in holistic health coaching, how...2021-02-0446 min
The BirthCircle | Birth, Pregnancy, & PostPartum ConversationsProtecting Your Choices Through Prenatal Education | Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsToday we talk to Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, birth educator and practicing OBGYN. She has been involved in over 1000 births over the last 15 years, and contributes to ongoing birth education through courses on her website (https://drnicolerankins.com/) and through her podcast, All About Pregnancy and Birth (https://drnicolerankins.com/podcast/)
We talk about Nicole's work as an OBGYN and how she got started, as well as how she manages long hours and how having long shifts for an OB hospitalist helps to decrease the rates of C-Section. We discuss her interest and training in holistic health...2021-02-0446 min
Yoga Birth BabiesDue Dates & Induction with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsDue dates, that looming day etched in your mind when your journey through pregnancy will come to an abrupt ending. But how accurate are these given dates and what happens if that day comes and goes? In this episode of Yoga | Birth | Babies I speak with board-certified, practicing OB/GYN, Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins. Nicole shares an open and honest discussion on the pros and cons of waiting for labor to start on its own, labor induction, and what’s considered “full term”. We also discuss if a “big baby” or a schedule really is a medical...2020-12-1656 min
Birth With PowerEp93: Brooke's Birth Story - An Unmedicated Hospital Birth During COVID-19We 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 decided to become a doula after her first pregnancy experience...2020-12-0143 min
Birth With PowerEp92: What to Know About Being Pregnant with TwinsBeing 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 cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drni...2020-11-2452 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] All About Preeclampsia and What You Need to Know to Reduce Your Chances Of Getting ItI 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 to the Wallace family at the GoFundMe page linked in the show notes for this...2020-11-1752 min
Birth With PowerEp91: Rick's Fatherhood Story - Prenatal Care, Anxiety, and Bonding with Rick MulreadyI'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 shares some of the other emotional struggles he experienced in the early da...2020-11-101h 03
Birth With PowerEp90: Perineal Tears: Risk Factors, Prevention, and HealingI 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 at drnicolerankins.com/resources!Learn more about don...2020-11-0332 min
Birth With PowerEp89: Making Sure Your Dog and Your New Baby Get Along Well with Michelle Stern of Pooch ParentingIf 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 for you at drnicolerankins.com/resources!L...2020-10-2749 min
Birth With PowerEp88: Ashlyn's Birth Story - A Scheduled Labor Induction During COVID-19In 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 resources I have for you at drnicolerankins.com/resources!Learn more about d...2020-10-2043 min
Birth With PowerEp87: A Milestone Birthday, My Mission, and a Birthday WishIf 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 ready to take my w...2020-10-1318 min
Birth With PowerEp86: Operative Vaginal Delivery: When & Why We Do It and What to KnowI was inspired to cover this episode's topic because I recently attended several births that ended up being operative vaginal deliveries. Also known as an assisted birth, an operative vaginal delivery means that the medical provider uses tools - either forceps or a vacuum cup - to help deliver the baby vaginally.In this episode you'll learn a lot more about what operative vaginal delivery is, how often it's done, when it's necessary and what the procedure is like. Operative deliveries only happen about 3% of the time, but it's still good for you to have some knowledge...2020-10-0637 min
Birth With PowerEp85: Finding a New, Creative Approach to Fertility with Jasmine KatatikarnWe have a really interesting story this week about fertility, perseverance, and creative thinking. Our guest is a great example of someone who took control of their fertility journey and advocated for herself through a long and difficult process. Jasmine Katatikarn shares the ups and downs of Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and what she and her husband went through emotionally during the process. Jasmine also describes the moment she decided to apply her designer's mind to her fertility journey and how this helped her turn a corner emotionally and physically. She also ta...2020-09-2959 min
Birth With PowerEp84: Jennifer's Birth Stories - One Hospital, Three C-Sections, and Birth Wishes as a Muslim WomanWe have another special birth story episode this week, but this time you're getting three birth stories in one!Jennifer is an international board certified lactation consultant, wife and mom of three. She had all three of her babies at the same hospital and had a C-section with each of them - but as you'll hear, her birth experiences were different every single time. Jennifer and I talk about all three of her births so you can understand how her hospital experiences and self-advocacy developed over time. We discuss pre-eclampsia, why she really wanted a V...2020-09-2250 min
Birth With PowerEp83: Fetal Growth Restriction - What It Is, How We Screen for It, and Risks You Should KnowToday I'm diving deep on fetal growth restriction (AKA intrauterine growth restriction), how we screen for it, how it affects baby, and more. This doesn't happen too often, but as with most things I talk about it's great for you to be prepared and knowledgeable in case it does. We'll also talk about what happens if your baby is just naturally small and what can happen later on in life for a baby with growth restriction.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode83 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn mor...2020-09-1551 min
Birth With PowerEp82: All About Vaginal Birth After a Cesarean with Julie Francom and Meagan Heaton of VBAC LinkJulie Francom & Meagan Heaton of VBAC Link join us to talk about vaginal birth after a Cesarean (VBAC) and what you need to know about VBACs. They share what you should ask your provider if you're interested in having a vaginal birth, why they highly recommend having a doula, and common myths about VBACs that you should be aware of. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode82 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/drnic...2020-09-081h 06
Birth With PowerEp81: A Father's Perspective on Pregnancy & Birth with Falcon RankinsI talk a lot about the experience of the birthing person on this podcast, which often means that I don't talk as much about what it feels like to be the supporting partner. In that spirit, someone recently suggested that I share the perspective of dads on the podcast. So, in this special episode my husband Falcon is joining me to talk about his feelings and experiences during my pregnancies and births. It was really interesting to hear what things felt like from Falcon's perspective. We mostly focused on my first pregnancy and birth, what it was l...2020-09-0151 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] Feeling Your Baby MoveThings have been a little busy lately, so I'm rebroadcasting this episode about feeling your baby move while working on a new episode for next week. I also wanted to re-share this episode because of new research coming out about a rise in stillbirths during the COVID-19 pandemic. It may be the case that there have been more stillbirths during the pandemic because moms-to-be are too worried about catching COVID-19 to go to the hospital when they normally might. There have also been fewer prenatal appointments, so issues may be missed as moms get fewer checkups. Whatever t...2020-08-2524 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] Supplements, Nutrition, and Environmental Toxins During Pregnancy with Dr. Anne KennardIn this rebroadcast episode, we revisit my conversation with Dr. Anne Kennard about nutrition, supplements, and environmental toxins during pregnancy. Anne and I talked about nutrition during pregnancy, why weight gain isn't the best indicator of your health during pregnancy, supplements moms should look for, and why she takes an integrative health approach with her moms-to-be. We also chat a bit about why you should do more research into nutrition during pregnancy since your OB-GYN probably didn't get a whole lot of training in this area. Check out ncrcoaching.com/rebroadcast24 for complete show notes, and...2020-08-1844 min
Birth With PowerEp80: Navigating Genetic Testing and Pregnancy Loss During a Pandemic with CortnieIn this episode Cortnie joins us to talk about her recent experience navigating her second pregnancy, genetic testing, and pregnancy loss amidst a pandemic. After finding our her baby had trisomy 13, Cortnie and her husband had to make some very difficult decisions and faced huge challenges getting the care and support they needed. She's generously sharing her story to help other families who might be in a similar situation. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode80 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more about donating your cord blood and get...2020-08-1150 min
Birth With PowerEp79: Facts and Misconceptions About Plus-Size Pregnancy and Care with Jen McLellanJen McLellan joins us today to talk about pregnancy for plus-sized people, how providers can provide more compassionate care, and shifts she's seeing in the medical field now. We cover common misconceptions people have about plus size pregnancies, why we must be aware of our own biases when providing care, and how to have a great pregnancy and birth experience as a plus size parent.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode79 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 gif...2020-08-041h 05
Birth With PowerEp78: Episiotomy - What It Is, What Q’s To Ask & When It May Be NecessaryIn this episode I'm talking about episiotomy - what it is, how often it's done, risks associated with the procedure, and what you need to ask your provider. I'll tell you why episiotomies are no longer performed routinely and talk a bit about the fairly rare circumstances in which they are needed.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode78 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...2020-07-2831 min
Birth With PowerEp77: Amber's Birth Story - Having a Beautiful Natural BirthIn this birth story episode, Amber Manning returns to the podcast to tell us how her natural birth went, why she decided to switch providers at 32 weeks, and why she threw her birth plan out the window. Amber was the first guest I had on the podcast who was still pregnant at the time, so it was incredibly fun to get an update on how she and her family are doing now. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode77 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more about donating your cord...2020-07-2158 min
Birth With PowerEp76: What You'll Want to Know About Having a Baby in the NICU with Dr. Terri Major-KincadeMy first daughter was born premature and had to spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit (AKA the NICU or the ICU nursery). This week's episode has all the information I wish I'd known then, and I am so happy to be sharing it with you.Today we're joined by Dr. Terri Major-Kincade, a practicing medical doctor and champion for premature babies and their families. Dr. Terri and I start off talking about what the NICU is three of the main reasons babies are admitted to the ICU nursery.We also talk a...2020-07-141h 00
Birth With PowerEp75: Benefits, Risks and Ethical Considerations of Newborn Male CircumcisionIn this episode I'm talking through the benefits and risks to consider when deciding whether circumcision is right for your newborn son.You'll learn what circumcision is, some of the different techniques used for the procedure, and why some families choose to have this elective procedure performed for their babies. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode75 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 A...2020-07-0734 min
Birth With PowerEp74: Parijat's Birth Story - IVF, Surrogacy, Pregnancy Loss and Mindful PregnancyIn this inspiring birth story episode, Parijat Deshpande shares her family's journey through fertility treatments, pregnancy complications, the NICU, pregnancy loss, and surrogacy. Parijat is a high-risk pregnancy expert, mind-body health specialist, author, speaker, and advocate for moms with high-risk pregnancies and pre-term birth. Parijat's own experiences have hugely influenced her work and her passion for helping other moms handle some of life's most difficult decisions. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode74 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...2020-06-3059 min
Birth With PowerEp73: Why We Need Better Preparation for the Postpartum Period with Dr. Christine Sterling OB-GYNIn this episode I chat with a fellow OB-GYN, Dr. Christine Sterling, about why it is so important to prepare parents for the postpartum period.After her own difficult postpartum experiences following the birth of her first baby, Dr. Sterling decided to make it her mission to educate parents about the postpartum period, including warning signs to watch out for, how to advocate for your mental health, and how to handle strains on your partnership. We talk about all of that and a lot more in this episode!Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode73 for...2020-06-2353 min
Birth With PowerEp72: How Structural Racism & Implicit Bias Create Disparities in Maternal Care for Black FamiliesThis episode is a bit different than what I usually talk about on the podcast, but I hope that you will tune in and learn something new about maternal healthcare and racism in our country. In this episode I'm talking about the disparities we see in maternal healthcare & outcomes for Black mamas and their babies. I describe some of the structural racism we see in the medical field, what implicit bias is, and how these forces add up to create a difficult environment for Black people - including mamas - all over the country.I a...2020-06-1629 min
Birth With PowerEp71: Rachel's Birth Story - Giving Birth in New York During COVID-19Before we start in on this story about giving birth during COVID-19, I want to acknowledge the huge protests going on in America and abroad at the time of this recording. These protests, begun after George Floyd was murdered by a police officer, are happening in response to the racism that is embedded into our societies and institutions. I have always worked to lift up and serve all mamas, but promise to continue my commitment to helping Black mamas in particular navigate America's racist medical system. In this birth story episode, Rachel shares her experience giving birth i...2020-06-0949 min
Birth With PowerEp70: Labor Induction: What to Know and What Questions to AskToday I'm talking about the two main reasons for labor induction, how labor is induced, what a "failed induction" is, and questions to ask before induction. I have gotten a ton of requests to talk about this topic, and I believe it is incredibly important for you to be informed about the process of labor induction whether you are having a medical or elective induction.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode70 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 g...2020-06-0246 min
Birth With PowerEp69: All About Breastfeeding and Breastmilk with Laurel WilsonLaurel Wilson is a lactation consultant, doula, and speaker, and today she joins us to talk all about breastfeeding and how to handle its common obstacles.Laurel talks about how human milk is designed to nourish babies and their microbiomes. We also talk about the importance of skin-to-skin contact well beyond the "golden hour" after birth and how we can support families' choices about feeding their children, whatever they may be. And we discuss common obstacles parents face when breastfeeding, how to find support, and how to work through some of these common issues.Check...2020-05-261h 00
Birth With PowerEp68: Jessica's Birth Story - Choosing to Induce Labor During the COVID-19 PandemicIn this birth story episode, Jessica shares her hospital birth experience. She talks about choosing induction at 37 weeks due to a history of preeclampsia and the development of the COVID-19 pandemic. We also discuss what the postpartum period has been like and how COVID-19 is (and isn't) changing pregnancy & birth right now.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode68 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 ou...2020-05-1949 min
Birth With PowerEp67: Having a Planned Cesarean Birth and What to Know About C-SectionsPlanned Cesarean births (or C-sections) aren't spoken about as much as other births, but every parent should know what a C-section entails. Even if you want to have a vaginal delivery, it is good to be prepared in case a C-section becomes the safest way to bring your baby into the world.In this episode I'm talking about the different reasons for planned C-sections, when they are carried out, what the process is before, during, and after meeting your baby, and how to make the best of the experience.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode67 for c...2020-05-1249 min
Birth With PowerEp66: How Your Partner Can Feel Prepared, Confident and Supportive During Labor with Alice TurnerToday I'm joined by Alice Turner, the creator of SupportingHer - a childbirth education class for whomever is going to be supporting you during labor.We talk about why it's so important for your support partner to be knowledgable and prepared going into your birth. Alice shares tips about what the supporting partner should and shouldn't do, along with her favorite advice for providing physical and emotional assistance both during and after birth. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode66 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more ab...2020-05-0548 min
Birth With PowerEp65: Amy's Birth Story - Trusting Your Intuition About Your Labor and DeliveryIn this birth story episode, Amy talks about her uneventful pregnancy, having her water accidentally broken at 39 weeks, and her episiotomy.Amy and I talk about how she knew she wanted an epidural, how it felt, and why she was overall very happy with her hospital birth experience. We also discuss the episiotomy she received and what's so upsetting about that.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode65 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...2020-04-281h 05
Birth With PowerEp64: Deciding if Home Birth is Right for You and Your BabyWhen I started my podcast I never planned on talking about home birth. Not because I don't support women who plan to have a home birth, but because my expertise lies in hospital births and my work focuses on helping women have a beautiful experience there.However, in light of the COVID-19 crisis we are experiencing, a lot more women are considering home births rather than going into the hospital, which I completely understand. So, I decided to do an episode that covers some basic statistics about home birth, why some women choose it, and what you...2020-04-2139 min
Birth With PowerEp63: Tips on Mindset, Environment, Support & Preparation for Your Labor and BirthIn this episode, you'll learn about creating a healthy mindset, controlling your environment, getting great support, and preparing for your labor and birth. These tips are all especially helpful as we contend with the coronavirus pandemic, but you can apply these lessons about wisdom and preparation any time.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode63 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 Avocado Green Mattress an...2020-04-1429 min
Birth With PowerEp62: Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Before, During, and After Pregnancy with Dr. R. Keith BellThis week we're chatting with Dr. R. Keith Bell about Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and integrative medical care before, during, and after your pregnancy. Dr. Bell has a doctorate in acupuncture and Chinese medicine. We discuss the importance of taking an integrative health approach with patients, how acupuncture can help during labor and delivery, and some of the research behind Chinese medicine. Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode62 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...2020-04-0755 min
Birth With PowerEp61: Emilee's Birth Story - Learning to Have Healthy Pregnancies After An Unhealthy OneIn 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! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicoleOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://av...2020-03-3149 min
Birth With PowerEp60: Sleeping, Caffeine, Deli Meats, Sex: Answers to Common Questions About PregnancyToday 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 Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! h...2020-03-2430 min
Birth With PowerEp59: Hiring a Birth Photographer with Tavia RedburnI'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 photographers. Tavia and I talk about h...2020-03-1755 min
Birth With Power[SPECIAL EP] Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pregnancy: What You Need to KnowI 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 most importantly, I'll share some research about...2020-03-1027 min
Birth With PowerEp58: Savanna's Birth Story - Listening to Your Body PostpartumI 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 postpartum preeclampsia and mastitis. We talk about some warning signs to look out for and...2020-03-0356 min
Birth With PowerEp57: Preparing Physically for Birth & Postpartum Healing with Brooke Cates from The Bloom MethodWe 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 birth, prevent and heal injury-based Diastasis Recti and common pelvic floor injuries, and help moms re-strengthen themselves...2020-02-251h 05
Birth With PowerEp56: Everything You Need to Know About Gestational Diabetes (GDM)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 need to pay extra attention to your...2020-02-1846 min
Birth With PowerEp55: Educating Yourself and Preparing for Childbirth with Mom-to-Be Amber ManningWe 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 pregnancy and birth.Amber shares some of the...2020-02-1156 min
Birth With PowerEp54: What We Can Do About Obstetric Violence and Birth Trauma with Cristen PascucciToday'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 are working to reduce the amount of birth trauma that mothers are currently experiencing around the world.2020-02-041h 15
Birth With PowerEp53: What You Need to Know About Getting Vaccinated Before and During Your PregnancyA 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 pregnancy; otherwise, you should try to be up to date before you get pregnant, or wait until...2020-01-2831 min
Birth With PowerEp52: Miranda's Birth Story - Why You Must Learn About Childbirth, Even if You Can't Predict ItWe'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 felt, why she's so proud of how she handled it, and what she di...2020-01-2148 min
Birth With PowerEp51: Preparing for Postpartum Life, Relationships, and Mental Health with Dr. Alyssa BerlinSo 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 psychologist who specializes in pregnancy, the postpartum period, and birth trauma. She and her husband Dr...2020-01-1456 min
Birth With PowerEp50: 10 Things to Help You Have Your Best Pregnancy, Birth, and LifeHappy 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 advice like how to ma...2020-01-0740 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] My Birth StoriesI 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 2019 by sharing my birth stories again. ...2019-12-3132 min
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] The Gut Microbiome and Your Pregnancy with Dr. Sarina PasrichaDr. 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. We also talk about the importance of your baby's...2019-12-2447 min
Birth With PowerEp49: What to Know About Genetic Testing For You and Your BabyThere'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 your baby.We talk about the...2019-12-1749 min
Birth With PowerEp48: How Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Can Affect Pregnancy and BabiesSexually 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, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and human papillomavirus (HPV) - to talk about the...2019-12-1044 min
Birth With PowerEp47: Everything You Want to Know About Fertility and Pregnancy with Fertility Specialist Dr. Cindy DukeI'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 and Gynecology and Fellowship trained in Reproductive...2019-12-031h 03
Birth With Power[REBROADCAST] All About Doulas With Keisha Graham 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 doula...2019-11-2633 min
Birth With PowerEp46: A Guide to Prenatal Testing and What to Expect from Tests in Each TrimesterHave 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 some tests for various infections, too. Then...2019-11-1927 min
Birth With PowerEp45: Lynn's Birth Story - Advocating for Your Birth Wishes During a Long, Unmedicated Hospital BirthLynn Turcotte-Schuh was a marine mammal trainer before she gave birth to her daughter, which inspired her to become a Certified Childbirth Educator, Toddler Trainer, and coach of other moms through her practice Happy Mama Wellness.Lynn originally wanted to have a home birth, but after discussing it with her wife, they decided that giving birth in the hospital while creating a relaxing, supportive, home-birth-like environment was right for them. Lynn had a 53-hour labor, during which she, her wife, and her midwife were able to advocate for Lynn's ideal birth. Lynn and I chat a...2019-11-1257 min
Birth With PowerEp44: How Prenatal Chiropractic Can Ease Common Pregnancy Pain with Dr. Elliot BerlinPregnancy can be a notoriously uncomfortable time for expecting mothers. While some pain throughout pregnancy is common – and many obstetricians will tell moms that they need to just hang in there – you don’t have to accept pain as “normal”.On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by prenatal chiropractor and doula Dr. Elliot Berlin to talk about how chiropractic and massage therapy can help expecting moms ease pain in the neck, back, and joints while pregnant. Dr. Berlin shares his story into pregnancy chiropractic care, how chiropractic can help your baby get into a good p...2019-11-0556 min
Birth With PowerEp43: What You Need to Know About the Flu and PregnancyI wasn’t originally planning to do an episode about the flu and pregnancy, but I saw an article recently that claimed only 50% of pregnant women get a flu shot.So, I thought I should talk about what all expecting parents need to know about the flu and why it’s so important to protect your baby (and yourself!) from the flu.The flu is never fun, but it can be especially tough on pregnant mothers and their babies. It's important to know how you can reduce the chance that you'll get sick, that it's safe...2019-10-2926 min
Birth With PowerEp42: Proper Nutrition During PregnancyFor this 3rd part series related to weight during pregnancy, I’m going to talk about nutrition during pregnancy. You’re going to learn practical information and advice on how you can best optimize your health during pregnancy with proper nutrition.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:Nutrition during pregnancyWhat foods you need to avoid when pregnantKnowing your macro & micronutrientsCommon myths related to nutrition and pregnancyWhen you should see a nutritionistFood choicesWhy taking excessive vitamins can be dangerous for your pregnancyLimiting your caffeine intakeLinks Mentioned In The Episode:Episode #24: Supplements, Nutrition, And Enviro...2019-10-2244 min
Birth With PowerEp41: What You Need To Know About Weight Gain During PregnancyIn Episode #40: The Truth About Obesity And Pregnancy, we talked about how obesity affects pregnancy and now, we’re going to talk about weight gain during pregnancy. Listen in to see how weight gain affects pregnancy outcomes and the recommended weight gain targets.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:How weight gain affects pregnancyWhat the recommended weight gain target is for good pregnancy outcomesWhere all the weight you gained during pregnancy goIOM recommendations for weight gain during pregnancyThe relationship between weight gain and pregnancy outcomesHow we deal with care during pregnancy in relation to weight gain...2019-10-1531 min
Birth With PowerEp40: The Truth About Obesity And PregnancyJoin me in this episode as I talk about obesity and how it affects your pregnancy. I’m going to help you understand the risk of obesity and how your weight is affecting your fertility. Find out what defines an “obese pregnant woman” and what you can do to have a healthy pregnancy and childbirth.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What exactly is considered obeseHow obesity negatively affects pregnancyWhat is BMIWhy babies born to obese moms are at a greater risk of having health issuesHow obesity has an effect on how your labor progressesThe issue of...2019-10-0840 min
Birth With PowerEp25: All About Dr. RankinsSomething I realized lately, as we’ve surpassed 13,000 downloads of the All About Pregnancy & Birth Podcast, is that I’ve never done an episode that tells you who I am, and how I’ve come to do what I do.Of course the birth stories, expert interviews, and the podcasts that I do to give you my tips and knowledge are important. But I also feel that it’s important that you know WHO you’re getting these things from and how I got to this point.I hope you enjoy this episode as I take you t...2019-06-1846 min
The Brave Enough ShowFollowing Your Own Path with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsIn this episode of The Brave Enough Show, your host, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician and entrepreneur, discuss how women can pick themselves up from job hardships and be #braveenough to follow a new path. Dr. Calloway Rankins discusses how she has transformed her career into helping women have both a safe pregnancy & birth and the creation of her company to help women.Dr. Shillcutt and Dr. Calloway Rankins get real and talk:-Doing a career 180-Picking yourself up off the floor-Acting...2019-06-0700 min
The Brave Enough Show for Women PhysiciansFollowing Your Own Path with Dr. Nicole Calloway RankinsIn this episode of The Brave Enough Show, your host, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt and Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician and entrepreneur, discuss how women can pick themselves up from job hardships and be #braveenough to follow a new path. Dr. Calloway Rankins discusses how she has transformed her career into helping women have both a safe pregnancy & birth and the creation of her company to help women. 2019-06-0734 min
Birth With PowerEp21: Energy Coach Nicole KaronYou might have read the title of this episode of the podcast and instantly been skeptical. I’ll go ahead and say, this episode is based on what I call, the woo woo. But it is an episode you do NOT want to miss because this stuff is important!Expert energy coach, healer and psychic medium Nicole Karon is my guest on this episode. Even if you aren’t normally into things like meditation and visualization, trust me, you’re going to learn so much from this episode!Nicole shares what she does, the importance of con...2019-05-2146 min
Birth With PowerEp11: Birth Stories - Giving Birth In A Rural Area With Tarynn SalingDo you know what one of my favorite parts of the All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast is? The birth stories! I love helping you, my listeners, see how each pregnancy and birth is unique, and how each birth story can teach a lesson. This birth story episode is no different.Tarynn Saling has three unique birth stories, each with some great takeaways. She shares her experiences of what it was like giving birth in a rural area. And you MUST hear the jaw dropping experience of her third baby being born 5 weeks early in a rural Emergency D...2019-03-1254 min
Birth With PowerEp4: Choosing the Right Hospital to Give BirthThe hospital that you choose for your birth can have a big influence on your experience during your labor and childbirth.Think about it….you already know how important choosing the right doctor is (check out episode 3), and your doctor will actually only be there for a small part of your labor and delivery. You might see them three or four times total. But the hospital, well, you’ll be there for the entire duration of your labor, delivery, and postpartum stay.That’s why it’s vital that the hospital where you give birth is the r...2019-01-2222 min
Birth With PowerEp3: How To Be Sure You Have The Right DoctorDid you know that the doctor you choose to care for you while you’re pregnant actually has a big impact on the course of your pregnancy and the birth of your baby?Now I know that you want to be completely sure you’re in great hands during this critical time in your life.And as someone who’s delivered tons of babies myself, I happen to know a thing or two about what to look for when you’re a mama-to-be searching for a doctor.Check out this episode of The All Abou...2019-01-1517 min
Birth With PowerIntroducing The All About Pregnancy & Birth PodcastIntroducing the All About Pregnancy and Birth podcast! This is the place to be to get comprehensive, evidence-based, holistic information to help you have your best pregnancy and birth. Hosted by Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, a board certified ob/gyn physician and certified integrative health coach. The first episodes premiere January 8th!Our Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress and get 10% off! https://avocadomattress.com* Check out Ritual and get 25% off! https://ritual.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2018-12-2001 min