Pregnancy can be a wonderful time for many women, but it also comes with some uncomfortable side effects—such as lower back pain. Seeing a family chiropractor during this phase of your life can not only alleviate such symptoms, but it can even make for a healthier pregnancy. Find out why many moms-to-be turn to chiropractic care. 

3 Ways a Family Chiropractor Can Support Pregnancy

1. Combat Back Pain

As the child inside of you grows, your body puts on weight, which is distributed unevenly toward the front of the body. This can result in lower back pain as your posture and spine adapt to handle the extra load. A chiropractor can address spinal misalignment using manual adjustments, alleviating your discomfort. This can also help you sleep better at night, as an aching back won’t be keeping you up.

2. Support a Healthy Baby & Birth

Unbalanced weight gain may also lead to an unstable pelvis. This can cause further discomfort for Mom and impact fetal development: When the pelvis is misaligned, there is less room for the baby to grow—a restriction known as intrauterine constraint. A family chiropractor can address this imbalance and prescribe strengthening pelvic exercises to avoid this. Having enough room in the uterus is also important as it allows the baby to easily move into the appropriate position when emerging, allowing for a better chance of an easy natural birth. 

3. Fight Off Nausea

Many women experience morning sickness, which can occur at any time of the day, during the early months of pregnancy. Nausea and vomiting are not only uncomfortable but also leave you dehydrated and malnourished. Studies have shown chiropractic and acupuncture care can address unpleasant pregnancy symptoms successfully for many women in the first and second trimester.

Located in Wayzata, MN, The Brost Clinic provides chiropractic, acupuncture and massage therapy for a diverse array of patients, including children and pregnant women. Their team of trained professionals also offers acupuncture and massage services, allowing for comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs. Learn more about clinic founder and CEO, Dr. Barbro Brost, D.C., online. For an appointment with the family chiropractor, call (952) 473-9637.