Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy & Postpartum

Pregnancy and the months after delivery bring incredible changes to your body. As your posture, balance and movement patterns shift, you may experience discomfort or tension—especially in the lower back, hips and pelvis. Chiropractic care offers gentle, safe techniques to help your body adapt, heal and stay comfortable through every stage.

Common reasons to see a chiropractor during pregnancy

Low back pain:
Increased weight at the front of your body combined with hormonal changes can strain your lumbar spine. Gentle chiropractic adjustments can help reduce this tension.

Pelvic girdle pain (PGP):
Misalignment or uneven movement of the pelvic joints can cause pain in the hips, groin, lower back or sacroiliac joints. Chiropractic care restores pelvic balance, easing strain and improving mobility.

Sciatic nerve pain:
Changes in posture may place pressure on the sciatic nerve, leading to radiating leg pain. Adjustments and soft tissue techniques can relieve pressure and improve comfort.

How chiropractic care can help prenatally

Maintain proper pelvic alignment to create more space for your growing baby.

  • Reduce strain on muscles and ligaments.

  • Encourage optimal fetal positioning before birth.

  • Support overall spinal health and nervous system function.

Postpartum chiropractic care

The postpartum period is a time of physical recovery and adaptation. Hormonal changes, feeding and lifting your baby, and the physical effects of birth can all place new stresses on your body.

Common postpartum concerns chiropractic care may help with:

  • Pelvic or lower back pain after delivery.

  • Postural strain from feeding, babywearing or lifting.

  • Core and pelvic stability after pregnancy.

  • Recovery from pelvic misalignment or joint strain sustained during birth.

Chiropractic techniques are always tailored to your stage of recovery, ensuring comfort and safety. Care may include soft tissue therapy, gentle adjustments, taping, posture education and mobility strategies to support your return to everyday activities.

Whether you are expecting or caring for your newborn, chiropractic care can be a safe, effective and empowering part of your wellness plan.

Did you know?

1 in 3 women

experience urinary incontinence

Over 30% of females

perform kegal (pelvic floor) exercises incorrectly

30-50% of females

have minor pelvic organ prolapse after a vaginal delivery

All women in France are given access to pelvic floor physiotherapy after having a baby.