Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy: Supporting Mum and Baby
Pregnancy is a beautiful, transformative journey, but it also brings its own unique set of challenges. Chiropractic care offers a safe, natural, and effective way to support both mum and baby through this special time. By ensuring that the spine, pelvis, and nervous system are functioning optimally, chiropractic care can help manage discomfort and encourage a smoother pregnancy and birth experience.
Dr. Jess has completed many hours of additional training in prenatal chiropractic and is Webster Certified, meaning she has completed specialised training through the ICPA (International Chiropractic Paediatric Association) to better care for pregnant women. We utilise the Webster Technique along with other gentle, pregnancy-specific methods. Our aim is to promote balance, encourage optimal maternal positioning, and support clear communication between your brain and body in preparation for birth.
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that reduces nervous system stress balances pelvic bones, muscles and ligaments, and optimises the mother’s pelvic function in pregnancy and birth.
Common reasons pregnant women seek chiropractic care during pregnancy:
Optimal nervous system function to enhance their pregnancy and birthing experience.
Lower back pain
Pelvic pain and misalignment
Sciatica
Round ligament pain
Hip pain
Headaches and migraines
Sleep disturbances
Breach or abnormal fetal positioning
General discomfort
What does the research say?
Numerous studies back the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy, with research showing that it can significantly reduce pain, improve labor outcomes, and support a healthier pregnancy:
Reduced Labor Time: Research has shown a 24% reduction in labor time for first-time mothers and up to 39% for those with previous births when chiropractic care is included during pregnancy.
Decreased Pain Relief Need: A study found that chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy led to a 50% reduction in the need for pain-relief medication during delivery, promoting a more natural birth process.
Pain Reduction: Chiropractic care helps alleviate symptoms in up to 85% of pregnant women, reducing the reliance on pain medication that may not be ideal for the baby’s health.
Improved Pelvic Floor Function: Research published in 2016 highlighted that chiropractic care enhances pelvic floor relaxation, control, and function, which are essential for a more comfortable and confident delivery.
