10 Must-Have Benefits to Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy and Postpartum!
I don’t know how I would have survived pregnancy, birth and postpartum, without my Webester- Certified chiropractor, Dr. Sue Williams of Care Chiropractic! I would waddle in the room and gratefully lay down, (on my stomach! Woot! Woot!) resting on the raised pillows with a hole in the middle for my growing baby belly. I have bigger than average babies and carry low, which can cause major lower back discomfort and even sciatic pain. The Webster certified chiropractor would start by massaging and warming up those muscles and then gently adjust my pelvis and back and listen closely as I described my trouble spots.
I haven’t always believed so strongly in chiropractic care. I used to think they were optional and somewhat odd (we have all heard, or experienced, the “quack” stories). As I mom I have changed my tune as they helped me dramatically, in pregnancy and in postpartum. As a doula I have seen that consistent Webster-certified Chiropractic care makes all the difference in our clients’ pregnancies, births, breastfeeding success and in postpartum recovery. It’s incredible!
Let me convince you with 10 must-have benefits of chiropractic care in pregnancy and continuing postpartum, for you and your baby.
Adjusts and aligns your pelvis to allow baby to descend in the optimum position.
Helps increase general comfort and well-being, allowing for better night’s sleep.
Can relieve ligament, pubic pain and sciatic pain as your baby belly grows.
Relieves nausea/morning sickness with improved alignment and circulation
Chiropractors can offer helpful stretches for sore muscles
Can lower the risk of baby getting stuck and help prevent Cesarian sections.
It is economical and affordable care (much cheaper than any other doctor you will visit, even without insurance).
Can shorten your labor and delivery by 25%
When used postpartum, chiropractic care can improve labor and delivery recovery and general health.
Newborn infants can also be adjusted to help with breastfeeding and general comfort.
Joy and I have seen our clients thrive under the care of a Webster certified or ICPA trained Chiropractor. This certification/training enables the chiropractor to safely and effectively work with our pregnant clients’ bodies as they develop and grow, as well as adjust their newborn infants. Our clients that have had chiropractic care for themselves and their infants (when needed) have experienced the above benefits and so much more!
Where do you Find a Chiropractor near you? This database can help you find a Webster Certified or ICPA trained Chiropractor near you. Some of our Lafayette area favorites are not registered on this site so I have included their info below.
Lueken Chiropractic and Wellness Group
Dr. Beth Spencer - Chiropractic, West Lafayette, IN