Reading Time: 2 minutesI think about my role in birth a lot. I daydream of the day when chiropractors are not only part of the regular prenatal care, but also there on the Labor & Delivery floor to assist the midwives and birth providers. I’ve gotten that call a few times from the midwives, the last-ditch effort before…
Reading Time: 3 minutesLearning about natural childbirth is an important step in preparing for a healthy pregnancy and labor. Also, understanding ones parenting style and identity can bolster parental confidence. However, hormones are the powerful but hidden third component of pregnancy, labor and postpartum. During pregnancy the female body and baby are undergoing immense physiological changes. While the…
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile I obviously can’t speak from personal experience, over the years that I’ve been serving expectant mothers and witnessed the dynamics of the breastfeeding relationship — I have learned so much. In order to truly be successful in reaching her breastfeeding goals, a mother must make it a point to prepare herself psychologically and surround…
Reading Time: 5 minutesAt Mama’s Chiropractic, it’s our goal to change the way mothers birth. By balancing the alignment of the pelvis and spine, we strive to improve the birth experience. There is nothing better than hearing success stories from the mothers that we adjust. Below you’ll find a patient’s birth story who received adjustments in our office…
Reading Time: 2 minutesYour bags are packed and after 8 long months you’re finally ready to meet your baby. With a birth plan in place, you plan to have a natural, un-medicated birth at the location of your choosing with no interventions. But as your due date quickly approaches, it appears that your little one has different plans….
Reading Time: 2 minutesYou’ve just found out you’re pregnant, and your first question is “Will my scoliosis affect my ability to birth my baby naturally?” While there are conflicting responses regarding epidurals, scoliosis and your ability to have a natural childbirth, rest assured that many mothers with scoliosis have been in your shoes and experienced perfectly natural births…
Reading Time: 3 minutesDuring pregnancy, your body is constantly changing to accommodate and make room for the baby that you’re creating. As these changes occur, you may find that they have an impact on daily life activities. You may also find that the typical reactive healthcare techniques aren’t quite as appealing or options are more limited during pregnancy….