Preparing for Pregnancy: Three Things You Can Do During Pregnancy
Mama, pregnancy is an incredible journey, filled with moments of joy, anticipation, and sometimes a bit of discomfort.
As you navigate through the different stages, you might find yourself experiencing a whirlwind of emotions and physical changes. You're not alone in this—every expecting mama goes through these ups and downs. The good news is, there are ways to ease the discomfort and truly embrace this beautiful time in your life.
At Stork Helpers, we are here for you, mama. We'll walk beside you during your pregnancy journey, offering support and guidance every step of the way.
In this blog, we'll share three effective methods to help you care for your body and make the most of your pregnancy: chiropractic care, pelvic floor therapy, and pregnancy tea. These practices can not only alleviate some of the physical strains of pregnancy but also enhance your overall well-being, making this journey a little smoother and more enjoyable.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine focusing on diagnosing, treating, and preventing mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, with an emphasis on the spine.
Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other techniques to align your body's musculoskeletal structure, aiming to allow it to heal itself without medication or surgery.
During pregnancy, chiropractic care can provide numerous benefits to you and your baby. Pregnancy often causes significant changes to your body including hormonal shifts, postural changes, and weight gain. These changes can lead to discomfort and misalignment of your spine and pelvic area.
Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate these changes by relieving pressure on your nerves, reducing joint inflammation, and improving overall mobility.
By restoring proper alignment, chiropractic care can help alleviate common pregnancy-related discomforts such as back pain, sciatica, hip pain, and pelvic pain.
Regular chiropractic care throughout your pregnancy can contribute to a healthier pregnancy, enabling an optimal position for your baby, and reducing the risk of complications during labor and birth.
It is important to note that chiropractic care during pregnancy should be performed by a healthcare professional with specialized training in prenatal chiropractic techniques. Safety measures should also be followed, such as using special tables or equipment designed to accommodate your pregnant body.
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Pelvic Floor Therapy
Pelvic floor therapy is a specialized branch of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues that support and control the pelvic organs.
During pregnancy, these muscles and ligaments undergo significant changes due to your growing uterus, hormonal fluctuations, and increased weight, which can lead to various issues like incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse.
Pelvic floor therapy provides help by strengthening and toning your pelvic muscles through a combination of exercises, stretches, and manual therapies. The therapy often includes kegel exercises, which involve contracting and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles, along with deep breathing techniques.
Additionally, therapists may use techniques like biofeedback, where sensors are placed on your pelvic area to provide real-time information about muscle contractions and relaxation.
By practicing pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy, you can experience numerous benefits.
Here are three ways pelvic floor therapy can help your body:
- Help prevent or alleviate urinary incontinence, a common concern during pregnancy and postpartum.
- Strengthening the pelvic floor muscles can enhance your bladder and bowel control, reducing the risk of accidental leaks.
- Relieve discomfort by improving the alignment and stability of your pelvis. It may also contribute to shorter and easier labor, as strong and flexible pelvic floor muscles can facilitate the birthing process.
We suggest that you consult a qualified pelvic floor therapist who can provide tailored exercises and techniques to promote a healthy pelvic floor and improve your overall well-being during pregnancy.
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Pregnancy Tea
Pregnancy tea is an herbal tea specifically formulated to support and nourish you throughout your pregnancy journey. It is typically composed of a combination of herbs that are safe and beneficial for your pregnant body.
The main purpose of pregnancy tea is to promote overall wellness and provide essential nutrients that support a healthy pregnancy. The herbal blend is often rich in vitamins and minerals that can help fulfill the increased nutrient needs of you and your developing baby.
The consumption of pregnancy tea has been associated with various potential benefits during pregnancy. It may help in relieving common discomforts like morning sickness, constipation, and water retention. The blend of herbs in pregnancy tea can also serve as a gentle uterine tonic, potentially supporting healthy contractions and assisting with labor.
We recommend that you consult with your healthcare provider before incorporating pregnancy tea into your prenatal routine, as some herbs may not be suitable for certain individuals or medical conditions.
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Prepare for Pregnancy with Stork Helpers
Mama, we hope that you feel empowered to embrace the changes in your body that will occur during pregnancy!
At Stork Helpers, we are here to provide you with support and to help you embrace wellness whether that be chiropractic care, pelvic floor therapy, pregnancy tea, and more!
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