Maternity and Newborn Care
You may be wondering, “Is it safe to be adjusted during pregnancy? Can I even lie down on the table?” Yes, it is, and yes you can! And it can be really helpful to both you and your baby. In fact, maternity and newborn care are hallmarks of our practice’s commitment to your entire family’s well-being.
Most pregnant people experience some level of back pain or discomfort. The physical demands of pregnancy place an increasing amount of stress on the joints and ligaments as the pregnancy progresses.
Chiropractic adjustments can be made safely through all stages of your pregnancy. Getting adjusted can help ensure the best alignment and positioning for both you and growing baby. Using special pillows and positions, we ensure you a comfortable experience – so much so that you may not want to get off the table when we are done!
You can read more about the safety of Chiropractic care during pregnancy here.
“Why would a baby need to be adjusted?”
This is one of the first questions people ask when they learn that Dr. Shelley adjusts newborn infants.
Simply put, the birth process can be incredibly stressful on tiny humans as well as on the birthing parent. Even when everything goes according to plan, the physical pressure put on both bodies can cause misalignment of the spine and pelvis, resulting in nervous system tension and distress.
Reasons people bring babies in for care include:
- ear infections
- torticollis
- constipation
- sleeplessness
- colic
We are truly committed to whole family wellness. Dr. Shelley is member of ICPA an organization serving family chiropractors worldwide with evidence-based continuing education that enhances their professional excellence in support of the well-being of the families in their care.