Benefits of Chiropractic Care for You & Baby

Your body goes through many changes to accommodate a growing baby, feeding a baby, and healing after birth; sometimes these changes can lead to chronic back pain and joint discomfort. Here is how chiropractic care can help keep you and baby healthy throughout your perinatal journey-

Chiropractic care can alleviate pain.

Chiropractors work on spine alignment, muscles, joints and ligaments to create better functioning and stability of the pelvic region. About 75% of pregnant people who receive chiropractic care report feeling relief about two to four days after a session, according to The American Pregnancy Association. 

Chiropractic care can ease pregnancy nausea.

The spinal cord and spinal nerves, which chiropractors work most with, are part of the nervous system. Chiropractic care can improve the overall functioning of the nervous system, which may help with nausea and nervous system regulation.

Chiropractic care can help reposition the baby.

If the baby doesn’t have enough room, or is presenting in the breech position, a chiropractor can work on pelvic alignment and the ligaments and muscles in the pelvic region to decrease any intrauterine constraint allowing for a more optimal position for delivery.

Chiropractic care can reduce the length of time you’re in labor.

Pregnant people who receive chiropractic care during pregnancy have 25% to 31% shorter labor times, according to The American Pregnancy Association. Chiropractors believe this is because of better alignment in the pelvic region, which decreases intrauterine constraint and allows the baby to pass through the labor canal with more ease.

Chiropractic care can help with postpartum healing. 

Seeing a chiropractor during postpartum can be beneficial for a number of different reasons, including reducing middle back and neck pain from nursing. Chiropractic care can also support healthy sleep. Consult with your provider if seeking adjustments within the first six weeks after birth to confirm that your body is ready for this kind of treatment.

Chiropractic care can help support newborn development.

Gentle alignments for newborns can help with nervous system recovery, ease colic symptoms, promote healthy sleep, and improve mobility.

*Overall, chiropractic care can be incredibly beneficial for so many reasons. We love recommending chiropractic care to our clients for this reason!