Holiday Boundaries, Big Milestones & What I’m Carrying Into 2026

Holiday Boundaries, Big Milestones & What I’m Carrying Into 2026

From Birth With Power by Dr. Nicole C. Rankins

December 11, 2025 · 15 min

About this episode

In this reflective end-of-year episode, Dr. Nicole C. Rankins shares personal milestones and discusses the importance of setting holiday boundaries during pregnancy and postpartum.

This episode is your invitation for a softer season, a clearer mind, or just a moment to breathe before the year ends. It will feel like a nice warm exhale. In this reflective end-of-year episode, I’m sharing the milestones, challenges, and growth that shaped my 2025 — from sending my NICU graduate to college, to navigating perimenopause, to choosing rest over hustle. I’m also walking you through the non-negotiable holiday boundaries that matter most during pregnancy and postpartum, and how to give yourself permission to honor what you need this season. You’ll learn: – Why rest is a necessary part of preparing for birth, postpartum, and motherhood – How I’m protecting my peace during the holidays — and how you can too – Simple, clear scripts for setting boundaries with family and visitors – What my family milestones taught me about growth, identity, and motherhood – Why I’m stepping back for the remainder of December (and how you can build your own pause) Resources Mentioned: Instagram: @drnicolerankins 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…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Nicole C. Rankins

Topics covered

  • holiday boundaries
  • milestones
  • self-care
  • pregnancy
  • postpartum
  • personal growth

Keywords

  • holiday boundaries
  • milestones
  • self-care
  • pregnancy
  • postpartum
  • personal growth
  • rest
  • family

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