Pregnant? Here's Why Your Spine Deserves Some Extra Love.

With our superstar Chiropractic Intern, (almost Dr.) Sophie Smith

Pregnancy is an incredible journey—one filled with joy, anticipation, and wonder. But let’s be honest—it also brings some major physical changes that your body may not be used to. As your body works hard to grow a new life, it’s common to experience a variety of discomforts such as back pain, headaches, pelvic pressure, and even sleep disturbances.

Every pregnancy is unique, just like every body is different. That’s why it’s important to approach each pregnancy with personalized care. What is one of the best things you can do for your body during this time? Chiropractic care. With so many physical and hormonal changes taking place, your body deserves a little extra TLC.

In this post, we’ll explore why chiropractic care during pregnancy isn’t just helpful—it can be important for feeling healthy, supported, and ready to welcome your baby into the world.

4 benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy 

1. Relieves common pregnancy discomfort 

As your baby grows, your body undergoes significant changes – especially in your posture and weight distribution. Natural weight gain causes your center of gravity to shift forward, putting extra pressure on your lower back and pelvis. Additionally, the hormone relaxin increases during pregnancy to loosen the ligaments in preparation for childbirth, which can also lead to instability and discomfort.

Chiropractic care uses spinal and extremity manipulation to support the body to move optimally and efficiently. This can help relieve:

• Low back pain 

• Hip pain

• Neck and shoulder discomfort

• Round ligament pain

• Nerve pain down the arms or the legs

2. May lead to shorter, easier labour

Research suggests that chiropractic care—especially during the second trimester—can help relax the pelvic floor muscles which can lead to improved uterine function. This can lead to:

• More efficient contractions

• Better baby positioning

• Less resistance during the baby’s descent

All of this may contribute to shorter labor times and smoother deliveries.

3. Supports a healthy nervous system 

Your spine is the communication pathway between your brain and the rest of your body. When certain parts of your spine become restricted, this communication pathway can be disrupted. Through regular adjustments, chiropractic care helps keep your spine—and your nervous system—functioning at its best. This can support; 

• Better adaptation to physical and hormonal changes

• Improved immune response

• Enhanced overall well-being throughout pregnancy

4. Promotes pelvic movement for optimal baby positioning 

Regular chiropractic care assesses the movement of the pelvis and sacrum to identify and address any joint restrictions. Chiropractors trained in the Webster Technique use gentle, specific adjustments to reduce these restrictions, supporting balanced pelvic and sacral motion that may encourage optimal baby positioning for delivery.

Pregnancy is exciting, but it can also come with its fair share of aches, pains, and changes that leave you feeling off balance. Chiropractic care offers a safe and gentle way to support your body through it all—helping to ease discomfort, keep your spine aligned, and prepare you for birth with more confidence.

At Frame, our chiropractic team is here to make this journey a little smoother, so you can focus on what matters most—welcoming your little one. Book your appointment today and give your body the care and support it deserves during this special season.

Sophie Smith, DC-to-be