Prenatal Care

Pregnancy is wild in the best way. Your body is doing something incredible… and also sometimes you’re like,“Wait—why does my hip suddenly feel like that?” 😅 Here’s the thing though—most women are told to just wait it out. Wait until something hurts.Wait until you can’t sleep.Wait until your body is basically waving a white flag. But what if we didn’t do that? What if pregnancy wasn’t something you just survived…but something you actually prepared your body for? Your mom, yo

Pregnant mamas, this one's for you! 🤰 Pelvic pain is a common complaint among many of the pregnant patients in our practice. According to the Mayo Clinic, hormonal changes can lead to a loosening of ligaments that can cause this frustrating pain. Pregnancy can also strain the lower back and pelvis, thanks to your growing baby's weight. Fortunately, consistent chiropractic care can help ! Chiropractic adjustments have proven to be successful in treating our patients' pelvic a

Starting your pregnancy and birth journey? The key to a fulfilling birth experience in the Dallas-Fort Worth area starts with assembling the right team! Here's how you can find the perfect fit for you and your unique birth goals:   Start with Interviews : Connect with childbirth educators or doulas. They're not just valuable for their services; they're a wealth of knowledge about other local providers and resources.   Seek Connections : These professionals are well-connected

Ever wonder what a pregnancy 🤰adjustment could look 👀 like?! Pampering mamas is not just Dr. Alex’s specialty; it's her JAM! Our prenatal visits include ✅Soft tissue work (like massage 💆🏻‍♀️) ✅A individualized, specific & gentle chiropractic adjustment ✅Stretches or spinning babies work protocols ✅Childbirth education ✅SPACE to let it go! So you leave feeling at peace, ease, and like a million 💸! ❌No quick and rushed pops & cracks here! We also specialize in postpartum a

During pregnancy, taking time for oneself is both necessity and luxury. Regular self-care practices can help lower stress, encourage relaxation, and improve overall wellbeing. Getting enough sleep , staying hydrated , eating well , and exercising frequently are some basic self-care techniques. Self-care includes looking after one's emotional wellbeing . Emotions associated with pregnancy might range from enthusiasm and joy to fear and anxiety. Expectant moms should prioritiz

Positive affirmations can be used as a means of managing these feelings and encourage a positive perspective. "My body is strong and capable of giving birth." "I trust my instincts and my ability to make the right decisions for me and my baby." "Each day, my baby is growing healthy and strong." "I am surrounded by a supportive and loving birth team." "I am calm, centered, and at peace." 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗 Affirmations can be applied in a variety of situations, including s

While being pregnant can be a happy and joyful time, stress and anxiety can often accompany it. For many women, the additional stress of preparing for a new baby can cause anxiety and feelings of overwhelm. The physical and emotional changes that take place during pregnancy can be overwhelming. Thankfully, chiropractic care can aid in reducing the signs and symptoms of stress and anxiety during pregnancy . Chiropractors are skilled to identify and relieve spinal and nervous s

During pregnancy, many expectant moms endure a variety of discomforts, from worry and exhaustion to back pain and headaches. Thankfully, chiropractic care can be a very helpful for developing wellness and a happy, healthy during pregnancy . Here are some of the ways that chiropractic care can benefit expectant mothers: ❇️ Reduces Discomfort ❇️ Improve Sleep ❇️ Reduces Stress & Anxiety ❇️ Promotes Healthy Fetal Development ❇️ Supports Immune System Expectant moms might feel be

Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative time, but it can also be challenging, both physically and emotionally. Many expecting moms struggle with sleeping problems, which can negatively affect their health and wellbeing. Thankfully, chiropractic care can be a successful method for enhancing pregnant sleep and encouraging higher wellness for both mother and child . The following are some methods in which chiropractic treatment might promote wellbeing during pregnancy: Reduc

If you were told that a drug would be unethical to NOT use it, would you use it?​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ What if this same thought process applied to having a doula? The answer is YES!​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ What is a doula anyway?​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ A doula is a non-clinical, professionally-trained person who supports the birthing person in several ways during pregnancy, labor, birth, and early postpartum.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ The support is wide-ranging and includes:​​​​​​​​ 💗 Answering ques

Planning for your birth may feel like baby showers and filling the nursery. While those things are beautiful and fun, I want to invite you to consider spending some time and effort planning for your birth. The birth planning process is more valuable than the plan itself. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Birth plans are not pointless my friend, they are valuable and powerful and a fabulous tool to explore and discover your personal preferences for labor and birth and then give you the confidence and kno

Prioritizing comfort during pregnancy can help promote a positive and enjoyable experience for both the parent and baby. Tips for a more comfortable pregnancy 🤰🏻 1️⃣ Get chiropractic care. A balanced pelvis optimizes fetal positioning and baby's developmental space. 2️⃣ Walk/Exercise Keep your body moving, it's also a mood boost ✨ 3️⃣ Maximize sleep Having the right pillows for support can make sleeping a lot more comfortable.

Can you envision a birth free of fear? I know it may seem impossible. The more you lean into understanding the normal process of pregnancy, labor, and birth, the happier you will feel and the LESS fearful you will be. ⠀⠀⠀ When you feel fear - you naturally tense your muscles - this creates more pain and confirms the fear. Then the cycle repeats. ⠀⠀ Breaking the cycle is how you navigate the intense sensations of labor and birth. Aim to release tension between contractions - l

There are lots of incredible changes our bodies have the ability to manage. From running a marathon to having a baby, your body is able to train, prepare, and shift a variation of your internal systems to support high-impact changes and massive movements of energy. This is to be celebrated! And trained for correctly. Whether you’re starting to try to conceive or begin your training regime for a major physical feat, to if you’ve just gotten the great news of a little one on th

One of the most frequent questions we get is: how can Chiropractic adjustments benefit my pregnancy to postpartum journeys? We love getting to answer this question, as it tends to be our opportunity to empower Mamas to consider all their wants and needs for their birth story. Now, after working with hundreds of birthing parents, we designed our very own poster that walks through some of the best reasons we like to suggest Chiropractor adjustments during pregnancy! For those w