Episode 72: Obstetricians and Hospitalists with Dr. Nicole Rankins
Episode 72: Birth Plans and Preferences
On today’s episode, we talk with Dr. Nicole Rankins about her role(s) at work, and how her personal experiences have shaped her professional endeavors!
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Resources and References:
Dr. Nicole’s podcast: “All About Pregnancy and Birth”
Instagram: @drnicolerankins
Facebook: Dr. Nicole Rankins
Time Stamps:
2:05 – Introduction to Dr. Nicole Rankins
7:00 – Dr. Nicole explains what a hospitalist is and how her days look.
12:18 – Dr. Nicole shares her birth experiences and how they played a role in HER career.
17:04 – The mental and emotional differences between her two births.
18:01 – Dr. Nicole’s birth experiences as a black woman – and her perspective as an OBGYN.
24:50 – Has Dr. Nicole always been pro birth plan? Or has it developed through her personal and professional experiences?
29:50 – Dr. Nicole shares more about her role as an integrative health coach.
33:30 – Dr. Nicole shares about her AFFORDABLE online Birth Preparation Course and why expectant parents should take a childbirth education course.
37:22 – Some tips for expectant parents who are planning a hospital birth.
39:04 – Dr. Nicole shares about her podcast and where to find her online!
40:50 – On the next episode of TBAB…
