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Pregnancy Care at Body Wave Chiropractic

pregnant mom smiling at bellyAs one of the most remarkable journeys of a woman’s life, pregnancy is also accompanied by various aches and pains. The good news is that chiropractic care can be a wonderful, drug-free resource for pregnant moms.

During pregnancy, many changes happen to Mom as her baby develops: the spinal curve in the lower back increases as the abdomen protrudes, overall pelvic alignment shifts and posture adapts to a new center of gravity—all of which can result in additional stress on the spine, misaligned vertebrae or joints, and a general buildup of stress, pain, and tension.

The Role of Chiropractic

As a chiropractor, Dr. Laura is trained to gently examine the spine and determine if spinal misalignments and nerve stress may be negatively affecting the developing pregnancy. When the spinal bones are lined up right and moving correctly, moms often experience less pain and greater ease with the changes they are going through.

Here are some other potential benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy:

  • Controls nausea
  • Relieves back, neck, or joint pain
  • Maintains a healthier pregnancy overall
  • Reduces the time of labor and delivery

Chiropractic can also release intrauterine constraint, allowing more room for the baby to get into the best possible position for delivery. And this can support a mom’s ability to have a more comfortable, non-invasive birth. Additionally, gentle adjustments help release stress from the mother’s body and nerves, benefiting the baby by reducing stress signals and potentially enhancing brain development.

Webster Technique Certified

For babies that present breech, Dr. Laura can help as she is certified in the Webster Technique. The late Larry Webster, D.C., founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), developed a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that enables chiropractors to establish balance in the pregnant woman’s pelvis and decrease undue stress to her uterus and supporting ligaments.
This balanced state in the pelvis has been clinically shown to allow for optimal fetal positioning. The Webster Technique is a safe and effective method for restoring proper pelvic balance and function in pregnant mothers. It has a high reported success rate in helping breech babies turn to the normal vertex position. Additionally, this technique has been successfully used with women whose babies present in transverse and posterior positions, as well as with twins.

Enjoy a More Comfortable Pregnancy

Whether you’re in your first or third trimester, you can benefit from gentle chiropractic care at Body Wave Chiropractic. Contact us today to book an appointment.
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