PRENATAL WELLNESS CARE

Pregnancy is an exciting time and a time of many transitions for a woman’s body.  The ever changing hormone levels, growing baby and changing center of gravity can bring on new aches and discomforts.  The body now has an extra demand for the best nutrition as well.  The pregnant woman can feel comfortable that her muscle spasms, achy joints, nausea and other new health issues will be taken care of in a safe environment, with extra precautions taken with the health of the baby and mother always at the forefront.

Chiropractic care, acupuncture, nutritional advice and massage therapy may be used and each therapy has been customized for the prenatal period from conception through childbirth. 

The La Grange Institute of Health does not provide gynecologic nor obstetric services.
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POSTNATAL WELLNESS CARE

It is time to reclaim your body!  Gentle exercises and stretches are incorporated into the patient’s treatment plan specifically designed for the post-pregnancy body.  Stability exercises are used to gently retrain the abdominal muscles and rehabilitate the pelvic floor.  This will help to reduce the occurrence of incontinence, lower back pain, upper back pain (from holding that new little bundle!) and fatigue.  The patient will be educated on proper carrying and lifting techniques to ensure strength and comfort as the new baby grows. 

Chiropractic care, acupuncture, nutritional advice and massage therapy may be used with the post pregnancy body in mind.  Additional resting techniques may be incorporated to allow the new mother a little respite.