Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’re pregnant... Congratulations! Pregnancy is such a transformative journey and I’m so happy you’re exploring pregnancy chiropractic. Prenatal Chiropractic not only supports a healthier and more active pregnancy, but its contributions to proper pelvic alignment can help facilitate a smoother delivery and potentially reduce the duration of labor. By ensuring that the pelvis is properly aligned, chiropractors can help create the optimal environment for a baby to engage and descend into the birth canal.

What is the Goal of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy?

As your body is changing, BCR (Balance Chiro and Rehab) will be there to help explain the why behind some of these shifts, what you can do to prevent common pregnancy woes such as pelvic pain, provide recommendations for working out throughout pregnancy, and even provide individualized provider recommendations such as pelvic floor therapists and lactation consultants. The overall goal of prenatal care is to empower you with at-home care recommendations so YOU can take charge of your pregnancy.

When to Start Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy:

When it comes to starting chiropractic care during pregnancy, there’s no such thing as too soon! Treatments are INCREDIBLY gentle and help to not only improve birth outcomes, but help moms to feel better through their pregnancy and postpartum journies. Prenatal Chiropractic is a safe and effective therapy during pregnancy and Dr. Dani has extensive training and over 11 years of experience supporting moms and babies.

Below, you’ll find the typical recommendations for care, but ultimately, the frequency of visits are tailored to individual needs, allowing expectant mothers to find the right balance for their wellness journey.

PREGNANCY CARE RECOMMENDATIONS:

Ideal Frequency of Care:

1st trimester (weeks 1-12): 1x per month

2nd trimester (weeks 13-27): 1x per month (or 1x/2 weeks if you are experiencing discomfort)

3rd trimester (weeks 28-40): 1x every 2 weeks (or 1x week if you are experiencing discomfort)

Or, if you’re looking for a less involved care option, take a peak at an alternative recommendation:

Base Level Frequency of Care : 6 prenatal visits

Week 15/16: focus on pelvic stability as hormones shift as well as focus on decreasing tension from emerging pregnancy patterns

Week 23: continued focus on pelvic stability and decreasing tension from pregnancy patterns (growth)

Week 29/30: focus on pelvic symmetry/tension and ligaments of the uterus & pelvis

Week 32: focus on structures contributing to optimal fetal positioning and providing at-home care recommendations

Week 36: continued focus on structures contributing to optimal fetal positioning as well as birth prep recommendations and at-home care

Week 38: continued focus on the pelvis and surrounding structures as well as birth prep recommendations and at-home care

*Additional* Week 40: focus on deducing discomfort and helping to encourage labor by supporting relaxation of both the nervous system and associated structures

**All prenatal appointments also include Webster Technique to ensure that all structures relating to fetal positioning are being assessed, any concerns of tension or asymmetries are receiving attention, and at-home recommendations are provided to ensure early intervention. We are also working on other structures related to pelvic tension such as midback mobility, diaphragm and jaw tension, etc. at every visit as well.

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POSTPARTUM CARE RECOMMENDATIONS:

Ideal Frequency of Care: 4 Postpartum Visits

Week 2: Check in and GENTLE bodywork to help healing from birth, provide relief from tension patterns from feeding, carrying, holding a newborn. Check in on need for additional support for mom and/or baby and provide at-home care recommendations

Week 4: Provide continued body support from birth and holding newborn. Begin progressing recommendations for at-home care

Week 6: Continued body support and recommendations for progressing at-home care

Week 8: Continued body support and recommendations for progressing at-home care

As needed from here!

Or, for a less involved care option, take a peak at an alternative recommendation:

Base Level Frequency of Care : 2 Postpartum Visits

Week 2: Check in and GENTLE bodywork to help healing from birth, provide relief from tension patterns from feeding, carrying, holding a newborn. Check in on need for additional support for mom and/or baby and provide at-home care recommendations

Week 6: Provide continued body support from birth and holding newborn. Begin progressing recommendations for at-home care

Prioritizing wellness through chiropractic care is a transformative approach that empowers expectant and new mothers to embrace their journey with confidence and comfort. While regular perinatal chiropractic appointments can alleviate discomfort, enhance mobility, and promote overall well-being, BCR will never push treatment plans or packages. BCR does offer a pregnancy package IF you know you’d like your newborn to be seen as well, but there is never any pressure.

Each pregnancy is different. Each person’s goals and reasons for seeking care are different. YOU are the decision maker of what works best for you and your family. Your providers are there to support you, guide you, and provide you with recommendations recommendations, but this amazing journey is yours!

**Hi there!**

My name is **Dr. Dani** and I’m an in-home chiropractor for busy women and infants within the Denver Metro area. I work with women of all ages and stages, but truly shine with the **pregnancy**, **postpartum, and** **pediatric** **populations**. I strive for quality care through extended appointment times, diverse treatment modalities, personalized home-care recommendations, and education so families can feel both empowered *and* cared for!
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Optimal Pregnancy and Postpartum Wellness: Recommended Chiropractic Care Frequency