After experiencing a miscarriage, Melissa decided to heal, both emotionally and physically, before trying again. In this episode, she shares how therapy and doing her homework helped her process the loss and feel ready to try again. From the exhaustion of prodromal labor to the raw intensity of pushing and a third-degree tear, Melissa shares a beautifully honest and empowering account of her journey. There’s so much goodness in this episode—real talk, helpful tips, and lessons that can truly make a difference for your own birth experience. In this Episode, You’ll Learn About: What Melissa experienced during her miscarriage How therapy helped her process the loss and feel ready to try again How soon she got pregnant for the second time When she learned she had a fibroid and what it meant How she educated herself before giving birth Why she chose midwifery care and how her provider’s approach influenced her birth experience What it felt like to go through prodromal labor for days before true labor began What made labor so much harder than she expected Which degree of tearing she had during delivery What surprised her about postpartum healing _________ Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode301 Feel calm and confident before birth with the $37 Mindset Bundle! Grab it at drnicolerankins.com/calm . Free Resources to Help You Birth With Power Get the support, clarity, and confidence you deserve. Download any of my free tools designed to help you prepare for a calmer, confident, and more empowered hospital birth: • Hospital Tour Scorecard — Know exactly what to look for so you can choose the right hospital • How to Tell If Your OB Is Right for You — Ask the right questions and spot red flags early • Labor Pain Management Playbook — Learn the tools and strategies I teach my own patients Our Sponsors: * Check out Ritual and get 25% off : https://ritual.com/DRNICOLE Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
