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Chiropractic Care in Pregnancy

1/15/2018

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There are few things I’ve seen that make as big of a difference in labor and birth as chiropractic care.  At one point, after a series of very long births, I considered only taking clients who were being seen by a chiropractor.  I didn’t make that change but I do strongly suggest to all my clients that they see one.  It makes that much of a difference.

Prenatal-specific chiropractic care during pregnancy helps address all the aches and pains that are considered normal.  That low back pain?  This will help.  Having trouble with your pubic bone?  This won’t solve it but it will help.  Previous tail bone injury?  This may make a big difference for you.  Adjustments also help promote balance in the pelvis to provide baby with the most room to move around possible. This in turn encourages baby to move around and more easily move to the best possible position for birth as the time approaches.

In addition, continuing care after your pregnancy can help your body regain its normal balance as you adjust to no longer being pregnant.  Your body make a big change in those 9 months of pregnancy and then a pretty quick one at birth.  It takes time to heal and recover.  Chiropractic care can aid in that recovery.

If you are looking for a chiropractor or would like to speak with one more about the services they offer, we have an abundance of wonderful chiropractors in our community that treat pregnant women.  Here are a few that I highly recommend in no particular order:

Shrout Family Chiropractic in Carmel with Dr. Melissa Shrout & Dr. Tracy Reichert. They have a float tank too!

Rangeline Chiropractic in Carmel with Dr. Hilary Hushower

Sacred Spines with Dr. Kristen Hartwell.  Her office is located inside Sacred Roots Birth Center on the west side.

Mommy & Me Chiropractic with Dr. Stephanie Muir located on the Southside.

Indy Kids Chiropractic in Castleton with Dr. Kristin Huber

Pala Chiropractic with Dr. Shawn Pala in Noblesville.

Himsel Chiropractic with Dr. Jared Himself in Noblesville.

Chiropractic during your pregnancy can make you more comfortable and shorten your labor.  Even if this is something you’ve been skeptical of in the past, I encourage you to try during your pregnancy.  Find someone you like.  It could make a big difference in your comfort level now and  birth later.

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Past Your "Due Date"?  How to Get Things Rolling...

1/9/2018

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First and foremost, know that going past your due date is totally normal!  Average first time babies come 8 days after their due date (so a lot come later than that too!) and second babies come an average of 3 days past their due date.  Totally normal.  It’s even not that unusual for a second baby to come later than the first baby.  That’s particularly difficult because you expect things to be similar the second time around.  I know this is not what you want to hear.  You want to have your baby here and in your arms and for all these pregnancy symptoms to be behind you.  But.  Sit back.  Relax.  Your baby will come.  Your body knows what to do.  You will actually go into labor.  I promise.  Unless there is a complication, there’s no big rush!  Babies come when babies come.

But…there are few things that can help things get rolling or at least give you something to do that might help so you don’t feel quite so frustrated by the waiting game.


  1. Get moving!  Take a walk, get moving, go about your day.  Scrub floors, be on your hands and knees, rock on your birth ball.  Firstly, staying busy keeps your mind off still being pregnant.  But being upright and moving helps baby move down and put pressure on that cervix.  Being in forward leaning positions, like hands and knees, helps encourage baby towards optimal positioning.  I have written before about prenatal exercise.  Even at the end it's beneficial.
  2. Go to a chiropractor.  Many a baby has been welcomed quickly after a chiropractic adjustment.  Sometimes those hips need some opening and balance and suddenly, baby is ready to come!  Here's a whole post about chiropractic care.
  3. Try some acupressure points.  There are a few acupressure points that can be used to prepare your body for and to promote labor.  Debra Betts is an incredible resource for acupressure both before and during labor that you, your partner, or your doula can learn and do relatively easily.   
  4. Have a session of acupuncture.  A session with a trained acupuncturist may be just what your baby needs for his or her grand entrance!  Acupuncture can also be helpful to convince a breech baby to turn.  We are fortunate to have several great acupuncture options here in in the Indy area, including Cardinal Acupuncture & Natural Wellness and Indiana Reproductive Acupuncture.
  5. Clary sage.  Depending on how receptive your body is, clary sage essential oil, especially when paired with rose and jasmine can help bring about labor and intensify existing contractions.  These oils are considered contraindicated for VBAC women because of the potential for intensity.  Therapeutic grade, reputable brands are of course best (this is my favorite) but even the lower quality options available for walk in purchase can be helpful.
  6. Sex.  For some of you, this is easier to think about that actually accomplish but the natural prostaglandins in semen help ripen your cervix, orgasm and nipple stimulation can create contractions, and the whole process releases your natural oxytocin.  This might be your last opportunity for bit anyway.

These are all options to try that “can” get things moving. These can help increase the hormones in your body that prepare it for labor and bring about birth.  Ultimately, until baby is ready and your hormones have reached that necessary peak baby’s not going to come.  Be patient and if you have any questions or concerns related to your specific situation always talk to your care provider.
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    Adina Nelson, CD(DONA)

    I am a birth & postpartum doula and chlidbirth educator practicing in North Idaho.

    Serving families in North Idaho and surrounding areas including but not limited to Coeur d'Alene | Post Falls | Rathdrum | Liberty Lake | Newman Lake | Spirit Lake | Athol | Spokane | Spokane Valley 

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