Prenatal Chiropractic
at Two Sparrows Family Chiropractic in Whitefish, Montana
Ensuring that every mom has a comfortable and healthy pregnancy is rooted in having a clear, connected, and balanced nervous system. With all the changes a mother’s body will go through during the pregnancy process, consistent and specific chiropractic care will help to keep mom feeling great physically, with decreased pain, sustainable energy, and healthy neuro-muscular balance. When alignment of the pelvic bones, uterine ligaments, and neuro-muscular tension is properly addressed, this can allow baby to move more freely and comfortably within the womb. Balance between all of these areas can help women avoid unwanted interventions during the birthing process.
Webster’s Technique
Webster's technique is used specifically with expecting mothers, and helps ease the transition through motherhood. Starting with a specific analysis of the pelvis, specifically the sacrum, we can assess if certain uterine ligaments are being affected by a misalignment.We Then assess the soft tissue (ligaments and muscles) closely intertwined with changes during pregnancy.
Do Chiropractors Turn Babies?
The amazing thing about the human body is, when in proper alignment and with no interference, baby will move much more comfortably and safely on their own. When tension is released and neuromuscular balance is restored through the adjustments, mom and baby will transition through the pregnancy with much greater ease. While we never claim to turn babies, the ease and freedom of movement achieved through adjustments, mothers will commonly find their babies turning on their own. Relieving this soft tissue tension is done by using the Webster’s Techqnique, which both Dr. Jordan and Dr. Pete are trained in.
Case Studies
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Prenatal chiropractic care has been shown heavily in research to be effective at reducing labor times and relieving lower back pain!
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Postpartum depression is multifactorial, with nutrition, physical pain, and extraneous mental stress being major root causes. While chiropractic care addresses the mothers physical pain, its of note to show that the research has shown when a mother brings her baby to get consistently adjusted by a chiropractor, there is significant decrease in depression scores!
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Heartburn throughout pregnancy is very common. Laxity of ligaments and soft tissue is at the root of this, as well as postural changes that put pressure on specific areas of the spine. Case studies and small clinical reports suggest that chiropractic care may help reduce pregnancy-related heartburn, primarily through thoracic spine adjustments and manual diaphragm releases.
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a relatively common condition that expecting moms experience. While many of the root cause factors are hormonal changes and fluid retention, chiropractic can have a positive impact on CTS. THe nerves in the neck that control this area of numbness can become inflamed, and chiropractic may help to relieve some of this stress through specific chiropractic adjustments.
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Everything in the pelvic region is interconnected. When one area of the spine is rotated or twisted, the other areas will compesnate accordingly, often resulting in tightness and/or sharp pain. Research shows that consistent chiropractic care throughout pregnancy not only helps with healthy motion in the pelvis, it also helps with soft tissue mobility. All of these are not only helpful for a comfortable pregnancy, but also a more comfortable labor and delivery!
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While many factors can be behind a breech presentation, muscle tension and uterine tone can contribute heavily. The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic adjustment for pelvic alignment. Studies and surveys from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association report an 82% to 92% success rate in resolving breech presentations!
What Sets Us Apart?
Extensive Prenatal/Pediatric Chiropractic Education &Training
Dr. Jordan and Dr. Peter are both trained by the Gonstead Methodology Institute, where they have earned collectively over 300+ hours of extensive training, including pediatric and prenatal chiropractic case studies, radiologic analysis in the postpartum spine, , advanced prenatal palpation, and many other classes that pertain to prenatal chiropractic specifically. Dr. Jordan also has extensive training in newborn chiropractic care, with over 100 hours of training collectively from the ICPA, Dr. Stephanie Libs, Dr. Claudia Anrig, and BIRTHFIT. She is also Webster’s Technique Certified through the ICPA. This is a technique that is specific to pregnancy, and helps to relieve tension on the pelvis, sacrum, and uterine ligaments.
Preconception Care
Preparing your body for pregnancy can make a real difference in how you feel throughout it. Chiropractic care helps bring balance to your nervous system, which in turn supports healthy hormone regulation, while also easing muscle tension and tone throughout your body — setting you up to feel your best as your pregnancy unfolds.
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Pregnancy Care
Chiropractic care is a safe, gentle, and effective way to support your body through every trimester of pregnancy's rapid changes. As your posture shifts and your body adapts, bringing balance back to your nervous system helps you move through pregnancy more gracefully, with fewer aches and pains along the way. Research consistently backs this up — moms who receive regular chiropractic care report significantly less pain and discomfort throughout pregnancy.
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Labor & Delivery Prep
Preparing for labor is as much a mental journey as it is a physical one. Research shows that moms who've received chiropractic care throughout pregnancy often experience shorter labor times and less intense labor pain. Labor is a time to feel strong and empowered, and giving your body every advantage possible helps you walk into that journey feeling ready.
Postpartum Recovery
You've just entered one of the most sacred seasons you'll ever experience — and it's normal for that joy and contentment to coexist with a lot of other emotions, too. Hormonal shifts, bodily changes, breastfeeding struggles, nursing neck, wrist and hand pain, sacral and pelvic floor discomfort, and sleepless nights for both you and baby are all real parts of this season. Chiropractic care can help identify stress within your spine and nervous system, supporting your body's ability to heal and regulate from the inside out. Postpartum is naturally a season of ups and downs, and a nervous system that can adapt well to stress is one of your greatest strengths through it.
I didn’t seek regular prenatal chiropractic care for my first two pregnancies and made the decision to give it a try for my 3rd. Hands down best decision I’ve ever made for my health. Minimal to no back pain throughout and just felt really really good my whole pregnancy. Jordan is extremely knowledgeable and always puts her patients first and goes out of her way to make your experience top of the line. I saw her in her office 1-2 times per week during my pregnancy and if I couldn’t make it she would do a home visit. She used a young living oil on my back after every adjustment and it very quickly became my favorite! If you’re pregnant and looking to be well taken care of Jordan is your gal. I can’t recommend her enough, you won’t regret your experience at Two Sparrows Chiropractic. Thank you Dr. Jordan for all you do for my health.
100+ Five Star Google Reviews
Holley M.
I started seeing Dr. Jordan a few months in to my pregnancy with my 2nd baby. She helped with the pain I had experienced with my first and had SUCH a different experience with this pregnancy. She is so attentive and gentle and explains everything. I had never been to a chiropractor before and had no idea what to expect. Now 6 months Postpartum I still see her every week to help with my chronic back pain and hip pain. We have made so much progress! My husband and my two kiddos go now too! My baby was adjusted just 5 days after he was born and has been adjusted a few more times when he was very constipated once and the other two times he was spitting up a lot. Every time we have taken baby in, those issues were resolved after an adjustment. I
Natalie B.
Deciding to book my first appointment with Two Sparrows Family Chiropractic was easily the best decision I’ve made for my overall health and wellness. I started to see Dr. Jordan when I was about halfway through my pregnancy (about the time things really start to get uncomfortable). She took her time, asked lots of questions, and made it very clear that she cared about me as a patient. I wasn’t rushed and did not feel like just another number. With her help, I had a very smooth and happy pregnancy and she now adjusts my sweet baby boy (who absolutely loves her!). My husband has also been seeing Dr. Pete and has overall been feeling better and more energized after every visit too!
Ashlyn C.