Chiropractic for Postpartum Recovery: Supporting Moms After Birth

Becoming a mother is a life-changing experience and an overall miracle. We want to help you enjoy every moment! However, it comes along with a host of physical and emotional challenges. Your body isn't the same as before or even during pregnancy! After childbirth, many new mothers experience a range of discomforts, from back pain and pelvic pain to hormonal shifts and postural changes. While these issues are common, chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free way to support postpartum recovery, helping new mothers regain their health and feel more comfortable in their bodies.

At On With Life Chiropractic, we specialize in helping new mothers in Lenexa and surrounding areas recover more quickly and effectively after childbirth. Whether you're experiencing physical pain, stress, or simply want to optimize your recovery, chiropractic care can play a crucial role in your postpartum journey.

The Physical Demands of Childbirth and Postpartum Recovery

Childbirth is a beautiful experience, but it places significant physical stress on the body. From labor and delivery to caring for a newborn, the body undergoes many changes that can lead to discomfort and misalignment. Common postpartum issues include:

• Back pain: With the added weight during pregnancy, your posture did adapt. Once a baby is delivered, you now have to learn how to control your "new" body and understand its space in an open environment. Not only this but along with the physical exertion of labor, this can strain the muscles and joints in the lower back causing overall dysfunction.
• Pelvic pain: The pelvic ligaments and muscles are stretched during childbirth and may not return to their pre-pregnancy state right away, causing discomfort. Your body has been producing a wonderful hormone, called Relaxin, and this stays in your body for several months; in some cases, it can stay in your system up to 6 months.
• Postural changes: During pregnancy, the body's center of gravity shifts, which can lead to poor posture. After birth, the body needs to adjust to carrying the baby outside of the womb, which can lead to muscle strain and discomfort.
• Hormonal fluctuations: After childbirth, hormonal changes can affect mood, stress levels, and muscle function, making it harder to recover physically and emotionally.

Chiropractic care addresses these issues by realigning the spine and pelvis, improving nervous system function, and promoting overall healing.

How Chiropractic Care Supports Postpartum Recovery

Chiropractic care is particularly beneficial for postpartum recovery because it addresses the underlying causes of discomfort while supporting the body's natural healing process. Here's how chiropractic care can help:

• Spinal and pelvic adjustments: After childbirth, the spine and pelvis may become misaligned, leading to pain and discomfort. Chiropractic adjustments help realign the spine and pelvis, reducing pain and improving mobility. Dr. On specializes in the Webster Technique which is wonderful to assess the bones, muscles, and ligaments within the pelvis to help reach stabilization during the changes.
• Muscle tension relief: Pregnancy and childbirth can lead to muscle tightness, particularly in the back, hips, and shoulders. Chiropractic care helps release tension in the muscles, promoting relaxation and reducing discomfort.
• Improved posture: The body undergoes significant postural changes during pregnancy, and poor posture can lead to back and neck pain after childbirth. Chiropractic care helps improve posture, which reduces strain on the spine and muscles.
• Reduced stress: Chiropractic care promotes relaxation and helps reduce stress by improving nervous system function. This is particularly important for new mothers, who may be dealing with the emotional and physical stresses of postpartum life.
• Faster recovery: Chiropractic adjustments help improve circulation and promote healing by reducing inflammation and improving nerve function, which speeds up recovery and helps new moms feel better faster.

The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for New Moms

Postpartum chiropractic care offers numerous benefits that can help new mothers feel better both physically and emotionally. Some of the key benefits of chiropractic care during the postpartum period include:

• Pain relief: Chiropractic adjustments help alleviate pain in the back, pelvis, hips, and shoulders by addressing misalignments in the spine and pelvis.
• Improved mobility and flexibility: Chiropractic care helps restore range of motion and flexibility, which can be reduced after childbirth due to muscle tightness and misalignments.
• Better posture: Chiropractic care helps correct postural imbalances, reducing strain on the muscles and joints and preventing future pain.
• Reduced stress and anxiety: Chiropractic care promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and improves mood by optimizing nervous system function.
• Improved sleep: Chiropractic adjustments help reduce pain and discomfort, making it easier for new moms to get restful sleep, which is essential for recovery.

Is Chiropractic Care Safe After Childbirth?

One of the most common questions new mothers have about chiropractic care is whether it is safe after childbirth. The answer is yes! Chiropractic care is safe for women who have recently given birth, and it can provide significant benefits for postpartum recovery.

Chiropractors who specialize in postpartum care use gentle, non-invasive techniques to ensure that the adjustments are safe and comfortable for both mother and baby. At On With Life Chiropractic, Dr. On is experienced in providing chiropractic care for new mothers and tailors each adjustment to meet your unique needs.

Why Choose On With Life Chiropractic for Postpartum Care?

Dr. On is a trusted female chiropractor in Lenexa who specializes in supporting women during the postpartum period. At On With Life Chiropractic, we offer personalized chiropractic care to help new mothers recover quickly, reduce pain, and restore overall health.

Whether you're experiencing back pain, pelvic discomfort, or simply want to improve your overall well-being after childbirth, chiropractic care can help. Dr. On uses gentle, effective techniques that are specifically designed to support new moms as they recover from childbirth.

Start Your Postpartum Recovery Today

If you're a new mom experiencing postpartum discomfort or simply want to support your body's recovery, chiropractic care can help. At On With Life Chiropractic, we are here to provide gentle, safe, and effective care to help you feel better faster.

To learn more about how chiropractic care can benefit your postpartum recovery or to schedule an appointment, visit onwithlifechiro.com today.