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Dec 2024
27m 12s

Ep 287: Top Episodes of 2024!

Dr. Nicole C. Rankins
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It’s that time of year again: I’m recapping the most downloaded episodes of 2024. Think of this as a kind of greatest hits or playlist - a perfect place for you to start if you’re new to the podcast. If you don’t see your favorite episode on this list, remember that earlier episodes have more downloads simply because they’ve been available longer, not because they’re less valuable!

We’re closing out the year with over 435,000 downloads in 2024 and the total lifetime downloads are up to 2.6 million! I so appreciate each and every one of you who puts me in your ears and trusts me to help you through your pregnancy and birth experience.


In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:

  • How to tell when it’s time to go to the hospital
  • What changes can happen to the body postpartum
  • Whether or not you can have a period while you’re pregnant
  • Which conditions are screened for in prenatal tests
  • What colostrum is and why it’s important
  • How to plan for a safer childbirth experience
  • Which mental health conditions are common during pregnancy
  • How feeding patterns influence your baby’s sleep
  • How a hospital birth can feel joyful and relaxing
  • What the difference is between pain and suffering during labor
  • What a VBAC is and how to prepare for one
  • How much caffeine is safe during pregnancy
  • How pregnancy can affect intimacy

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