Congratulations to all of my patients who have had beautiful little babies recently. March was a very busy month, and it’s been wonderful meeting and treating the little ones too. Given the number of babies born, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to talk about the magic of chiropractic care during pregnancy.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of the most rewarding experiences a mother can go through. However, it can also be one of the most stressful and painful experiences as well.

During pregnancy, there are millions of hormonal and chemical changes occurring on a daily basis in the mother and baby. All of these changes are controlled by the nervous system, so it is imperative that the nervous system is functioning at its best. That’s where chiropractic care comes in!

Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

Chiropractic care prior to conception can help to promote a more regular menstrual cycle and optimal uterine function. This helps to prepare the body to be as strong as possible to carry your baby.

During pregnancy, your body’s centre of gravity changes and various hormones are released. This may lead to postural imbalances, low back pain, pelvic instability, neck pain and mid back pain.

Chiropractic care can help to relieve neck and back pain by correcting spinal misalignments, and it may help to promote an easier labour and delivery by restoring neuromuscular function of the pelvis and sacrum. It can also help to minimise aberrant uterine tension, foetal constraint and possible malposition at the time of delivery.

Reduced Labour Time

Studies have shown that chiropractic care can help to reduce the length of a mother’s labour by an average of 25% in new mums, and by 31% for mothers who have already given birth. Who wouldn’t want that!

How Do I Treat During Pregnancy?

My treatment during pregnancy is very gentle, and I will alter my techniques depending on the stage of your pregnancy. I may prescribe exercises to help with the positioning of your baby, as well as stretching and strengthening exercises to assist during your pregnancy as well as post-birth.

I have seen a number of patients with breech babies, and chiropractic care can also be a very effective way of helping to turn the baby. Along with improving the function of the pelvis and sacrum, and reducing tension in the uterine ligaments, I will also prescribe specific exercises aimed at helping turn a breech baby.

My Networks are Some of the Best in Singapore

Whether it’s a personal trainer, physiotherapist, lactation consultant, general practitioner or pre- and post-natal classes, I am connected with some of the best practitioners in Singapore in the pregnancy space.

I am also a member of the Wellbub community, and I was recently part of a panel discussion on pre- and postpartum mental health with a number of other highly regarded practitioners.

One of the most important aspects during pregnancy is having the right team around you. It can make all the difference during what is often one of the most exciting and nerve-racking periods of your life.

Who Do You Know That Could Benefit from Chiropractic Care?

You may have had your babies, are nowhere near having babies, or don’t even want kids, but we all know people who do want babies, are pregnant or have little ones at home. Please feel free to share this email with those who you think I can help and let’s make this journey a happier and healthier one for mum, dad and the kids.