Chiropractors are trained to work with women while pregnant and even when trying to conceive. If you’re pregnant, chiropractic care can assist with reducing discomfort during all trimesters of the pregnancy, improve your spinal alignment as the baby grows, prepare the baby’s positioning for labor, and improve the progress of the birth process.
How does a chiropractor help during pregnancy?
As your baby grows, your body changes—and that includes your spine and pelvis. A chiropractor trained in prenatal care can help keep your pelvis in proper alignment, which provides more space for baby and supports your comfort.
When the baby is positioned off to one side, it can shift your pelvis out of alignment. This often leads to lower back pain, hip discomfort, or added pressure in your joints. Regular chiropractic adjustments can help keep your body neutral and better balanced as baby develops.
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How often can a pregnant woman safely see a chiropractor?
The frequency really depends on how you're feeling.
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If you're in frequent pain, your chiropractor might recommend visits a couple of times a week until it eases.
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If you're feeling well, a check-in every two weeks is often enough through the second trimester to maintain good alignment.
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By the third trimester, weekly visits can help your body stay in balance as your baby grows rapidly and your center of gravity shifts.
Daily posture matters too. From the way you sit at work to how you carry a toddler on one hip, these everyday motions can misalign your pelvis. Chiropractic care helps bring things back into balance.
Can chiropractic help with natural birth?
Many moms seek out chiropractic care to help prepare for a natural childbirth. The earlier care begins, the better.
Prenatal chiropractic care supports:
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Pelvis and spinal alignment
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Baby’s head-down positioning
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Nervous system balance for labor
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Improved comfort and mobility during pregnancy
Combined with nutrition that supports energy and nervous system function, chiropractic care can be a key part of a natural birth plan. Our Prenatal DHA is a great additions to your prenatal routine for added support during pregnancy and into postpartum.
How soon can a mom go to the chiropractor after giving birth
Many moms wonder if it’s okay for the baby (and themselves) to get postnatal alignment. Yes, some moms even see me within a week of giving birth. It’s a good time to get adjusted, and I can examine the baby at the same time.
I typically also review how best to carry the baby. I see so many women who are carrying their newborns and early-stage infants incorrectly – facing out in a cloth wrap around carrier. This can cause spinal alignment problems, which affects digestion, sleep, and general wellness because it puts too much pressure on the baby’s developing back muscles.
Prenatal chiropractic care isn’t just about pain relief, it’s about setting the stage for a healthier pregnancy, a smoother delivery, and a more comfortable postpartum experience. Combine it with clean, bioavailable nutrition from Mama Bird and you’ve got a powerful duo for supporting both mama and baby.
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