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You're not alone in your uncertainty about this monumental life stage of pregnancy and birth. If you’re ready to replace the overwhelm of late-night Googling with expert conversations and stories of strength and positivity from women just like you — join us on the top-rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast. The All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast is your place for supportive, evidence-based information from Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician who’s been in practice for nearly 15 years and has helped over 1000 babies into this world. You’ll also learn from innovative experts and hear stories of strength and resilience from parents and moms-to-be experiencing the same overwhelm and excitement as you.

All About Pregnancy & Birth Dr. Nicole C. Rankins

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.8 • 588 Ratings

You're not alone in your uncertainty about this monumental life stage of pregnancy and birth. If you’re ready to replace the overwhelm of late-night Googling with expert conversations and stories of strength and positivity from women just like you — join us on the top-rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast. The All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast is your place for supportive, evidence-based information from Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins, an OB/GYN physician who’s been in practice for nearly 15 years and has helped over 1000 babies into this world. You’ll also learn from innovative experts and hear stories of strength and resilience from parents and moms-to-be experiencing the same overwhelm and excitement as you.

    How to deal with those seasonal allergies while pregnant

    How to deal with those seasonal allergies while pregnant

    I have a terrible time with seasonal allergies! And I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you have a hard time too, they might get worse in pregnancy. Get info on medication-free techniques (where I recommend you start) and medications to help with those turrrrible seasonal allergies!

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    • 10 min
    Ep 249: Erin’s Birth Story - A Beautiful and Joyful Hospital Birth!

    Ep 249: Erin’s Birth Story - A Beautiful and Joyful Hospital Birth!

    I think this might be the first time I’ve had a guest describe their birth as “beautiful,” “joyful,” and even “relaxing”! Erin wasn’t expecting to be somebody who loved her birth story but she absolutely does. Today, she’s here to share her perspective that a hospital birth can be beautiful.
    I didn’t realize until we started talking, but Erin actually gave birth in the hospital where I work! I was not a part of her birth but I know her doctor, nurses, and midwife. It was so nice to hear from a patient perspective that the place I work provides a great experience and validates that hospital birth can be beautiful!
    In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:Why she fainted in her wedding dressHow she managed high blood pressure caused by pregnancyWhen she decided to go to the hospital (and why she went back home)How long she labored at homeWhich pain management option she wantedHow she stayed calm through the painHow long she pushedWhat parental support her job providedFull website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode249
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    If you like this podcast, please help support it! You can do so here - drnicolerankins.com/support


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    • 41 min
    Listener Q&A - Can I have a vaginal birth with a bicornuate uterus?

    Listener 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 “heart-shaped” uterus giving birth would be amazing, and if vaginal birth is possible. Thank you for all you do! You are wonderful! -Monica:)"

    If you want me to answer your question on an upcoming episode, shoot me a DM on Instgram @drnicolerankins and be sure to follow me while you're there!
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    • 10 min
    Ep 248: How To Get Through Those First Six Weeks Postpartum

    Ep 248: How To Get Through Those First Six Weeks Postpartum

    This episode is all about helping you during those first six weeks postpartum! The reality is that once you get discharged from the hospital, your doctor likely won't see you for six weeks. Experts recommend some degree of contact within the first three weeks postpartum. However, the reality is that it isn’t common. So in this episode, you're going to get some great information to help you during that time.
    This episode is taken from The Birth Preparation Course, my online childbirth education class that gets you calm, confident, and empowered to have the beautiful birth you deserve. Of course this podcast is fantastic. It’s great for helping you get information and I put my heart and soul into it, but inside of The Birth Preparation Course you get important visual information and a structured format to help you really be READY for birth. Even if you don't choose my Birth Preparation Course for childbirth education, please choose something. It is so, so important and you should not skip it.
    In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What physical transformations happen after birthHow your body will be changed forever (and why that’s not a bad thing)How long it can take for your hair and weight to go back to normalWhich items you need for baby to get started - it’s not as much as you think!What your baby needs more than anything elseWhy you don’t need to be too picky about where your baby sleepsWhy you shouldn’t buy a lot of things in advanceWhat my top 10 tips are to help with the first six weeks--
    Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode248
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    Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way


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    * Head to the app store and check out the FREE FamilyAlbum app!
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    • 38 min
    IV fluids during labor - are they necessary?

    IV fluids during labor - are they necessary?

    IV (intravenous) fluids are extremely common and even routine during labor but are they really necessary?
    In this shorty episode I’ll break that down for you!
    You’ll learn
    what IV fluids arewhy they're given during laborMy recommendation for IV fluids during labor
    use the code DRNICOLE and get 10% off my online childbirth education class, The Birth Preparation Course!


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    • 10 min
    Ep 247: Getting the Support You Need with Doula HeHe Stewart

    Ep 247: Getting the Support You Need with Doula HeHe Stewart

    If you’ve been listening to this show for a while, you’ll know that I’m a big proponent of doulas. What you might not know is that doulas can assist at all kinds of births - even planned cesareans!
    Today’s guest, Hehe Stewart, is the founder of Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge and is a doula herself. Finding the right support for your birth can be overwhelming and there is a ton of good information in here to help you make informed and empowered choices.
    In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What kinds of births are doulas appropriate forHow doula support differs based on the type of birthWhat you can expect from a doula during pregnancyHow doulas can provide partner supportWhat advocacy looks like in different scenariosWhen your doula should meet you at the hospitalWhat you can expect from your birth doula postpartum--
    Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode247
    Check out The Birth Preparation Course
    Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way


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    * Head to the app store and check out the FREE FamilyAlbum app!
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    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
588 Ratings

588 Ratings

@azmisd_ ,

🫶🏽 this podcast

I really enjoy this podcast. Dr. Rankin’s proves to be a supportive resource for new moms struggling with the challenges of caring for a newborn. In the episode featuring Dr. Stephanie Waggel discussing postpartum depression, the podcast takes a compassionate approach, shedding light on the commonality of struggles with depression and anxiety after childbirth. Dr. Rankins and Dr. Waggel's insights contribute to a reassuring narrative, helping understanding and offering valuable support to those navigating the complexities of postpartum mental health. This episode is compassionate, helping viewers understand the prevalence of these challenges and encouraging open conversations around maternal mental well-being. I would recommend it to my friends for certain.

Ricky.Lemons ,

10 minute episode, 5 minutes of ads.

I appreciate entrepreneurs but this was ridiculous.

Alex Neik ,

Informative, but very Progressive

There is so much helpful pregnancy/birthing information and tips provided in this podcast, which is SO appreciated, especially for this first-time mama. However, you lost me with the “pregnant people” term. It is unfathomable that extremely intelligent individuals (especially doctors who have so much knowledge about the human body) are giving into this ideology in the name of inclusivity. If you are someone who is capable of having a baby, you ARE a woman because ONLY women have the body parts necessary to house and birth a child. I could identify as a car, but that doesn’t change the *fact* that cars can’t have babies, does it?

Anyways, very grateful for the abundance of stories and information shared in Dr. Nicole’s podcast, but wish the progressive ideology would be omitted. Let’s stick to the facts, please.

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