Regular chiropractic care is vital in your motherhood transition. Dr. Amber uses Webster Technique to treat pregnant women.
Webster is a specific technique used to help pregnant women. It is a very gentle technique that corrects sacral misalignments to normalize pelvic neuro-biomechanic function. Webster adjustments help stabilize the mothers pelvis which improves her comfort level while allowing optimal room for her baby to grow and move. Optimal fetal positioning is vital to successful birth. Studies show that correct positioning of the baby in utero effects birth outcome and decreases unwanted stress on the baby’s developing spine and nervous system. Proper alignment can help avoid things like shoulder dystocia, breech positioning, slow or stalled labor times. The Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics reported in the July/August 2002 issue an 82% success rate of babies turning vertex when doctors of chiropractic used the Webster Technique. Chiropractic helps relieve low back pain and round ligament pain in the mother by gently working with the ligaments of the sacrum to release tension that often causes discomfort due to their growing bellies.
96% of women experience back pain during pregnancy. A woman’s back is particularly vulnerable during pregnancy because of the stress caused by carrying the weight of the baby. Hormonal changes make the pelvis more supple during the latter stages of pregnancy; this may further increase the susceptibility of the spinal joints, supporting muscles and ligaments, to sprains and strains. Pregnancy may ultimately create new problems or exacerbate existing problems.
Post pregnancy the demands of a mother’s body changes when taking care of a newborn. Due to this, the support that we provide our moms also changes. Dr. Amber makes sure you can take care of your new family while functioning optimally as well.
Dr. Amber has great resources in the birth world and can help connect you with the right prenatal and postnatal providers in the area.
Signs you should be adjusted during pregnancy:
• Breech presentation • Aching legs • In-utero constraint • Fatigue • Baby stays in one position • Headaches • Baby sits very high • Nausea/Reflux • Pubic bone pain • Back pain • Round Ligament pain • Sciatica • Swelling in extremities
“What is there to say about Dr. Amber & Marissa? They are simply the best! I started seeing Dr. Amber after learning my baby was breech. I was terrified of having a c-section & started looking into remedies - chiropractic care was the suggestion I saw over & over. A quick google search led me to Legacy Family & I never left! I’ve now been receiving weekly adjustments for almost six months. Not only did Dr. Amber help get baby flipped, week adjustments have been incredible for my overall health. Dr. Amber even adjusted my newborn baby girl when she was just 3 days old. She was so happy & comfortable!”
“Dr Amber was a lifesaver after I was put on bed rest early on my pregnancy and suffered from terrible back and hip pain. I wanted someone that used the webster technique and didn't just throw a pillow under my belly. Dr Amber is highly knowledgeable about treating women during pregnancy and after. I love how family-friendly their office is and I don't have to worry about bringing in my baby along with me. She was also able to help my back after pregnancy when I was sore from carrying around a toddler all day.”
“My family and I absolutely love our monthly visits with Dr. Amber. We all look forward to our adjustments and always leave feeling refreshed. Following a Csection, Dr. Amber played a huge role in my second pregnancy and is one of the main reasons I was able to have a successful VBAC. She offered so much knowledge and support at each visit and was extremely patient with any questions I asked. You truly won’t find anyone sweeter! Dr Amber and Marissa are the best!”
“I've been seeing Dr. Amber since the 16th week of my second pregnancy. I am 33 weeks now and can honestly say, I've had no aches or pains! Not even the usual sore back or round ligament pain. I completely credit the chiropractic care I've received for my comfort throughout this pregnancy.”
"I am beyond thankful to have found this place. I started coming here during my second trimester and I haven’t looked back. I have noticed an extreme difference regarding my comfort level this pregnancy and I’m excited for delivery. I also want any moms to know that this is one of the only offices in the area that are extremely kid friendly. There’s a designated nursing room and Marissa up front is excellent with children!!”