When I had my son in 1999, I thought I was prepared. I had read the books. My husband and I took the Bradley Method classes. We learned about the birth process, what to expect, and how to prepare for labor. At the time, What to Expect When You're Expecting was the...
Fascia Holds More Than Tension One of the biggest keepers of tension in the body is the fascial system — thin, connective tissue that wraps around your muscles, bones, and organs. This interesting system is a major factor in holding your body upright and...
Congratulations! You made it through pregnancy and birth. Now comes the part no one really prepares you for—the fourth trimester. The need for postpartum support. Those first 12 weeks with a newborn are equal parts magical, exhausting, emotional, and occasionally...
When worries around pregnancy and birth are hovering around the edges of your mind, it can make it harder to feel joy and peace as you get closer to meeting your baby. But they don't have to consume you, or even control you. In fact, you have the power to make these...
The first year after having a baby is often described as joyful—but also overwhelming, emotional, and full of change. Many parents quickly realize that healing, feeding, sleeping, and adjusting to life with a newborn requires more support than they expected. The good...
Bringing home your baby is supposed to be magical. And it is… in between the exhaustion, the tears, the Googling at 2 AM, and wondering why no one warned you about any of this. If you’re in the postpartum stage right now, here’s the truth: What you’re experiencing is...
When you find yourself in the midst of a stressful situation, it can be hard to get a handle on what you are feeling, and even harder to move forward and make the right choices. This happens because the nervous system becomes dysregulated, pushing you into a...
Choosing the perfect crib, stroller, or diaper bag can be a huge decision during pregnancy. It may even keep you up at night (wait...maybe that's just 3rd trimester insomnia.) When you're a first time mom, it can be hard to know what you'll really need once baby...
The postpartum season is beautiful, emotional, and sometimes overwhelming. Your body has done something extraordinary — but healing after pregnancy and birth takes time, support, and care. Many parents don’t realize that chiropractic care from a provider trained in...
The New Year arrives—and suddenly you’re navigating life with a newborn, minimal sleep, and a body that’s asking, “So… what just happened?” While pregnancy may be over, your recovery journey is just beginning. Postpartum chiropractic care can play a powerful role in...