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Ep147: Let’s Talk About Due Dates
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Today you’re going to learn all about your due date. It’s more than just giving you an idea of when your baby is going to be born - really all decisions during pregnancy revolve around it so it’s crucial that we get it right.
It’s important to understand that a due date is an estimate. Only 4 percent of women deliver on their due date. There are different methods used to determine it, each with varying degrees of accuracy. I actually wish we’d stop giving a specific date and instead offer a range of dates that we expect you’ll deliver. But even with imperfect estimations, it’s vital that you get the most accurate date possible to help determine when certain tests should be conducted or to inform the decision of whether or not to induce labor. This episode has so much great information to help you feel confident as you get closer to your due date!
In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:
-Why is an accurate due date crucial
-How important it is to understand that it’s an estimate
-How is a due date estimated
-What is a suboptimally dated pregnancy and how best to handle it
-What happens when you go past your due date
-What does late term or post term pregnancy mean and who is at a higher risk
-What are your options if you go past your due date
Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode147
Check out The Birth Preparation Course
Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way
Take a quick, fun labor pain quiz
Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicole
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* Download the FamilyAlbum app today and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time!
* Embrace an informed and empowered journey to parenthood with Informed Pregnancy Plus. Start with 'The Business of Being Born' today at informedpregnancy.tv.
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312 episodes
Manage episode 318505562 series 2787115
Today you’re going to learn all about your due date. It’s more than just giving you an idea of when your baby is going to be born - really all decisions during pregnancy revolve around it so it’s crucial that we get it right.
It’s important to understand that a due date is an estimate. Only 4 percent of women deliver on their due date. There are different methods used to determine it, each with varying degrees of accuracy. I actually wish we’d stop giving a specific date and instead offer a range of dates that we expect you’ll deliver. But even with imperfect estimations, it’s vital that you get the most accurate date possible to help determine when certain tests should be conducted or to inform the decision of whether or not to induce labor. This episode has so much great information to help you feel confident as you get closer to your due date!
In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:
-Why is an accurate due date crucial
-How important it is to understand that it’s an estimate
-How is a due date estimated
-What is a suboptimally dated pregnancy and how best to handle it
-What happens when you go past your due date
-What does late term or post term pregnancy mean and who is at a higher risk
-What are your options if you go past your due date
Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode147
Check out The Birth Preparation Course
Register for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right Way
Take a quick, fun labor pain quiz
Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicole
Our Sponsors:
* Check out factormeals.com/drnicole50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next box!
* Check out ritual.com/DRNICOLE and get 25% off!
* Download the FamilyAlbum app today and start creating a legacy of love one photo at a time!
* Embrace an informed and empowered journey to parenthood with Informed Pregnancy Plus. Start with 'The Business of Being Born' today at informedpregnancy.tv.
* Head to byheart.com/podcast my code DRNICOLE for a great deal!
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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