PREGNANCY & PRENATAL CHIROPRACTOR
Why Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Matters
We start by listening. Dr. Jennifer will ask about your health history, your concerns, what you've already tried, and what goals matter most to you or your child. This isn't a rushed intake form — it's a real conversation designed to uncover the patterns that other practitioners may have missed.
For parents bringing a child, we'll want to hear about pregnancy, birth, early development, feeding, sleep, behavior, and anything that's been weighing on you. Every detail helps us build a clearer picture of your child's neurological story.
How We Support You Through Every Trimester
First Trimester — Your body is already changing even when it doesn't look like it. Hormonal shifts, ligament laxity, and early postural changes lay the groundwork for how you'll feel later. Starting care early helps your body adapt smoothly from the beginning.
Second Trimester — This is when most moms start feeling the physical weight of pregnancy. Round ligament pain, lower back tension, and pelvic shifts become common. Regular adjustments keep your pelvis balanced and your nervous system regulated as demands increase.
Third Trimester — Baby's positioning, pelvic space, and birth preparation become the priority. Webster Technique adjustments support optimal pelvic balance, reduce intrauterine constraint, and help create the best conditions for baby to move into the ideal position for delivery.
Our Approach — Webster Technique & Gentle Adjustments
Dr. Jennifer is Webster Technique certified and a Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner — combining two of the most respected approaches to prenatal chiropractic care.
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment for the sacrum and pelvis during pregnancy. It reduces sacral misalignment and balances the surrounding ligaments and muscles, which decreases tension on the uterus and creates more room for baby to move freely.
This isn't a generic spinal adjustment with a pregnancy pillow. It's a targeted, evidence-informed protocol designed specifically for pregnant bodies.
Postpartum Recovery & Healing
Birth — whether vaginal or cesarean — changes your body in profound ways. Your pelvis has shifted, your ligaments are restabilizing, and your nervous system has been through one of its most intense experiences.
Postpartum chiropractic care supports realignment, pelvic recovery, breastfeeding comfort, and the nervous system regulation that new moms desperately need during the fourth trimester. We also support infants after giving birth.
Common Pregnancy Conditions We Help With
Breech Positioning → — Webster Technique to support pelvic balance and create space for optimal baby positioning.
Round Ligament Pain → — Gentle care to relieve the sharp, pulling pain caused by uterine growth and ligament tension.
Sciatica During Pregnancy → — Pregnancy-safe adjustments targeting the nerve compression and pelvic shifts behind sciatic pain.
Pelvic Pain & SPD → — Support for symphysis pubis dysfunction and pelvic girdle pain through alignment and stabilization.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Dr. Jennifer uses pregnancy-specific techniques including the Webster Technique, which is designed specifically for the pregnant body. Care is gentle, supported, and adapted to every trimester.
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You can start at any point in pregnancy, but earlier is generally better. Many moms begin in the first trimester so their body adapts smoothly as demands increase. Others come later when discomfort or baby positioning becomes a concern — both are appropriate starting points.
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Frequency depends on your specific needs, trimester, and goals. Many pregnant moms are seen weekly to biweekly, with frequency increasing closer to their due date. Dr. Jennifer will recommend a plan based on your examination and INSiGHT scan results.
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Research suggests that women who receive regular chiropractic care during pregnancy may experience shorter labor times. When the pelvis is balanced and the nervous system is functioning well, the body is better prepared for an efficient delivery.
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The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic sacral analysis and adjustment certified through the ICPA. It's designed to reduce sacral misalignment and balance pelvic muscles and ligaments during pregnancy — supporting comfort, optimal baby positioning, and birth preparation. Learn more →