If you’re expecting a little one, Dr. Brian Stevens at Benson Chiropractic Clinic in Omaha, NE, is the pregnancy chiropractor to have on your prenatal team.
Reasons to Visit a Pregnancy Chiropractor
With all that you have to do during pregnancy, you might wonder if visiting a pregnancy chiropractor should even be a priority. Below, Dr. Stevens and the team at Benson Chiropractic Clinic in Omaha, NE, share just a few reasons why the answer is yes.
Your Body Is Changing
It’s no secret that a woman’s body goes through many changes when carrying a baby. Most moms carry up to 30 pounds more than usual. Those extra pounds cause the lower back to curve more, which can create more pressure on the discs and nerves. Additionally, the abdominal muscles weaken.
These changes lead to pain, tension, tingling, numbness, nausea, and more. Chiropractic care helps keep the spine properly aligned, which reduces the unwanted side effects of pregnancy.
Chiropractic Care Is Natural and Safe
Understandably so, some moms are worried about chiropractic care during pregnancy, as they don’t want to harm the baby. However, chiropractic care utilizes natural techniques, including gentle adjustments for pregnant moms. It’s not only generally safe but can actually improve your health, which can improve your baby’s health.
It Can Make Delivery a Bit Easier
Childbirth is generally a painful process. However, chiropractic care can help.
By keeping your spine and pelvic area aligned, the baby’s journey through the birth canal is much smoother. This typically results in a shorter delivery time. Additionally, prenatal chiropractic care creates the space necessary for the baby to turn into the proper birth position, meaning there is a significant reduction in the chances of a breech birth and C-section.
It Can Help You Get Back to Normal More Quickly
Many moms spend weeks or months – sometimes years – after birth recovering and getting back to their normal selves. However, chiropractic care can help speed up the process. By attaining and maintaining spinal alignment and proper nerve function throughout pregnancy, moms already have a head start.
Continuing care after the baby comes can keep your body balanced and aligned. It can also help regulate your hormones and achieve emotional and mental balance.
Learn more about the benefits of visiting a pregnancy chiropractor by calling (402) 553-1900 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stevens at Benson Chiropractic Clinic in Omaha, NE, today.
