2024-06-25
43 分钟Erica experienced two miscarriages prior to the birth story we're going to hear today. After over a year and a half of heartbreaking loss, this pregnancy was completely normal - no nausea, no sickness, no pain. Now at 38 weeks, some symptoms developed that caused her doctor to recommend induction. Erica wanted an unmedicated birth and you’re going to learn all about how she used movement for pain management in this great episode. I felt so inspired by her strength and I know you will too! In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:Why Erica’s OB recommended inductionWhich medications were used to induce laborWhy she felt unhappy with the initial on-call doctorHow she describes the sensation of her water breakingWhat made her feel better about the new doctor at shift changeWhy the presence of a travel nurse trained as a doula was serendipitousWhy she opted for a hands-and-knees birthing position-- Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode263 Check out The Birth Preparation Course Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way Our Sponsors: * Check out Ritual! Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at https://ritual.com/DRNICOLE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy