Postpartum Chiropractic Care
The postpartum period is a time of major physical, emotional, and neurological change. After pregnancy and delivery, many women focus entirely on caring for their newborn while quietly ignoring their own recovery. This is where postpartum chiropractic care can play an important role.
Chiropractic care after birth is designed to support healing, restore balance, and help the body adapt to the demands of motherhood.
How Chiropractic Care Supports Postpartum Recovery
During pregnancy and birth, the spine, pelvis, and nervous system experience significant stress. Even uncomplicated deliveries can place strain on the body due to changes in posture, joint movement, and muscle tension.
Postpartum chiropractic care may help by:
Supporting pelvic and spinal alignment
Reducing back pain, neck pain, and hip discomfort
Helping the nervous system recover from physical stress
Supporting posture during feeding, carrying, and daily activities
Promoting overall comfort and mobility
Rather than focusing only on symptoms, chiropractic care works to support how the body functions and adapts during recovery.
A Gentle and Appropriate Approach After Birth
Postpartum chiropractic care should always be gentle and specific. After delivery, the body is still adjusting hormonally and structurally, which means care must be adapted to meet those needs.
At Third Coast Chiropractic, we use a gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic technique that avoids aggressive force. This approach allows care to remain safe, comfortable, and appropriate during the postpartum period.
Care is always tailored to where you are in your recovery, whether you are days, weeks, or months postpartum.
Home Visits
One of the biggest challenges after bringing a newborn home is simply getting out of the house. Packing up a baby, managing feeding schedules, and navigating recovery can make even short trips feel overwhelming.
That is why we offer postpartum chiropractic home visits.
Home visits allow you to:
Receive care in the comfort of your own home
Avoid unnecessary travel during early recovery
Focus on healing without added stress
Receive personalized care in a calm environment
Postpartum care should reduce stress, not add to it. Home visits help make chiropractic care accessible during a season when support matters most.
Chiropractic Care for You and Your Newborn
Postpartum chiropractic care is not only about the mother. The postpartum period is also a time of transition for your newborn.
While this blog focuses on maternal recovery, chiropractic care during this phase often supports both mom and baby by promoting calm nervous system function and adaptability. Newborn specific care will be discussed in more detail in a future blog.
For now, it is important to know that postpartum chiropractic care can be approached with the needs of the whole family in mind.
When Should You Start Postpartum Chiropractic Care?
Many women begin postpartum chiropractic care shortly after birth, once they feel ready and comfortable. Others start weeks or even months later when they notice lingering discomfort, tension, or challenges adapting to daily demands.
There is no single right timeline. The goal is to support your body as it heals and adjusts at a pace that feels appropriate for you.
Final Thoughts on Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Postpartum chiropractic care is about supporting recovery, restoring balance, and helping you feel more comfortable as you step into motherhood.
With a gentle approach and the option for home visits, chiropractic care can meet you where you are, both physically and practically. Supporting your recovery allows you to better care for yourself and your growing family.