Ep 291: Breath, Movement & Birth: Why Every Pregnancy Can Benefit from Yoga with Dr. Shilpa Babbar

Did you know that practicing prenatal yoga can actually shorten your labor by up to three hours? Or that simple breathing techniques might help manage your blood pressure during pregnancy? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Shilpa Babbar, a double board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist, researcher, and yoga instructor. We dive deep into the science-backed benefits of prenatal yoga, how it can support you physically and emotionally, and the misconceptions that might be holding you back. Tune in to learn why yoga is more than just movement—it's a powerful tool for pregnancy and birth!In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:How prenatal yoga differs from other types of yogaWhich yoga poses and practices should be avoided during pregnancyWhat recent research reveals about prenatal yoga’s benefitsWhich common pregnancy issues it can help withHow breathing techniques can support blood pressure regulation during pregnancyHow yoga can potentially shorten labor and increase the chances of vaginal birthWhat role yoga and breathwork can play in labor preparation and pain managementWhy integrative medicine is gaining traction among high-risk pregnancy doctors--Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode291Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister for the class How to Make a Birth Plan the Right WayFree Resources to Help You Birth With PowerGet 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 patientsOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com/DRNICOLEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy