With Mother’s Day around the corner, I want to share something really personal—what it’s actually like to be a mom (or mommy as my girls call me :)). In this episode, I’m getting real about the 10 best and worst things about motherhood. Whether you're already a mom or you're pregnant and wondering what lies ahead, this one’s for you. It’s honest, raw, and from the heart—because motherhood deserves to be seen in all its messy, beautiful truth.Our Sponsors:* Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today.!* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today to save 10% on all bedding and 50% on clearance bedding!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Ep 295: Creating Emotional Safety in Birth: A Home Birth Story with Lessons for All
This episode is a first for the podcast: I’m sharing a home birth story. While I primarily focus on hospital births, I wanted to learn more and see what we might take away from this experience to make hospital births better.Lauren joins me to share her beautiful, deeply thoughtful journey into birthing from home after having her first baby in a hospital. This wasn’t a choice she made lightly - she did her research, worked with a trained provider, and had a backup plan in place. What she found was a level of trust, respect, and personalized care that’s worth talking about. Even if home birth isn’t on your radar, this story offers powerful lessons that anyone preparing for birth can take to heart.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:Why Lauren chose home birth for her second deliveryHow she weighed the risks and benefits of hospital vs home birthWho made up her support teamHow she prepared for the possibility of a hospital transferWhat changed when Lauren labored in a space that was hersWhich position she gave birth inWhat it was like to rest in her own bed right after birthHow the birth certificate and paperwork were handled--Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode295Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister for the class How to Make a Birth Plan the Right WayOur Sponsors:* Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today.!* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today to save 10% on all bedding and 50% on clearance bedding!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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How a Simple Blood Test Can Protect Future Pregnancies
Did you know your blood type can impact not just your current pregnancy, but future ones too? In this Thursday short episode, I’m breaking down what it means to be RH negative, how RhoGAM works, and why this small shot can prevent serious complications. Every woman and birthing person deserves to understand how something so simple can make such a big difference!Our Sponsors:* Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today.!* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today to save 10% on all bedding and 50% on clearance bedding!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Ep 294: What Extended Breastfeeding Really Looks Like - A Real Talk Guide with Erin Harris
What if you're not ready to stop breastfeeding but you're burned out from the constant demands? Or maybe you’re thinking of breastfeeding beyond the baby stage? In this episode I'm talking with Erin Harris, a certified lactation educator and the creator of Nursing Mamas, about the very real and rarely discussed world of extended breastfeeding.I am so excited to talk about this topic because I’ve never talked about it before and honestly, I haven’t really heard that much about it, and I suspect the listeners will feel the same. If you’re nursing past that first year, or thinking about it, this episode is a must listen!In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What extended breastfeeding actually meansHow Erin’s personal journey led her to supporting othersHow to recognize breastfeeding burnoutWhat the four emotional stages of extended nursing look likeHow to tell when it’s time to wean — for you or your toddlerWhat the real benefits and challenges of toddler nursing areWhy boundaries are essential for extended nursingHow toddler nursing compares to infant nursingWhat it’s like to breastfeed a baby and a toddler at the same time--Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode294Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister for the class How to Make a Birth Plan the Right WayOur Sponsors:* Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today.!* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today to save 10% on all bedding and 50% on clearance bedding!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Fast Labor, Long Pushing—Why Patience Matters in Birth - Story Time!
Just because labor moves fast doesn’t mean pushing will! In this powerful storytime episode, I take you into the delivery room with me for a birth that had a fast start, a long push, and a beautiful ending. You’ll learn why patience, positioning, and the right support team are everything—plus what to expect when birth doesn’t follow the script.Only for subscribers, so make sure you're signed up!Our Sponsors:* Get 25% off your first month at ritual.com/DRNICOLE. Start Ritual or add Essential Prenatal to your subscription today.!* Give Armoire a try and get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Just visit armoire.style/DRNICOLE* Head to AvocadoMattress.com today to save 10% on all bedding and 50% on clearance bedding!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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 Power will help you approach the journey feeling strong, prepared, and empowered.Subscribe today and take charge of your birth!
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