Postpartum Chiropractic
POSTPARTUM CARE shouldn’t be considered a luxury. It should be STANDARD.
Dr. Dani has completed extensive training from the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association) and has received numerous certifications for prenatal and postpartum rehab. She has been helping new moms for over 10 years and has an absolute love for treating Denver mommas! Postpartum chiropractic appointments are filled with gentle bodywork and adjusting (when needed), but also with bits of information, resources, and support. Postpartum moms need a support system that truly cares about both them AND baby.
“Dr. Dani is amazing, she is so much more than a chiropractor! She has been such a gift to our family - through pregnancy, postpartum and care for our infant daughter. She has a whole body approach, and her adjustments are both gentle & effective. I can’t recommend Dr. Dani enough!”
During pregnancy, there’s such a focus on making sure moms feel cared for and supported. However, there seems to be a drastic shift in the postpartum period and moms commonly feel overwhelmed and under supported in regards to their recovery.
Dr. Dani and Balance Chiro and Rehab are here to change that.
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Bringing a human into the world changes a few things and postpartum chiropractors can help with many of the physical changes. There are a few aspects of being a new mom that can contribute to common postpartum aches and pains:
Low back and hip discomfort from birth, weak core and carrying
Mid back pain from hunching while feeding and carrying
Leaning over a crib/bassinet or being on the floor with your new tiny tot
Lack of sleep
Inability to move around freely immediately postpartum
Wrist & thumb pain from picking up and holding a newborn
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Pregnancy and childbirth can be both beautiful and difficult and it’s not uncommon to find the postpartum period a bit challenging. It is okay to reach out for help and find support. Postpartum chiropractic care is a safe and effective option for easing common aches and pains as moms adapt to their new roles as a caregiver to another human all while trying to heal themselves. Seeing a postpartum chiropractor can help ensure that everything is moving properly and functionally to help aid in a faster recovery.
Postpartum chiropractors can also offer guidance in return to exercise by assessing diastasis (and coordinating care with a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist) and providing basics on recovery such as tips on biomechanics and movement patterns to help support a healing core and pelvic floor.
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Postpartum Chiropractors can be GOLD when it comes to breastfeeding concerns. Dr. Dani works alongside IBLCs (Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultants) to address functional concerns. While breastfeeding is an innate skill for many, there can be contributing factors that make feeding difficult and frustrating. Pediatric chiropractic can reduce body tension from in-utero position, torticollis and tongue tie which are all factors that can contribute to an inefficient, sometimes even painful latch. Chiropractic helps to gently address tension within the body. Thought the entire body is addressed, the neck, jaw and cranium are commonly treated to help promote optimal function and allow for deeper, more efficient latch. Dr. Dani offers complimentary consultations for moms with breastfeeding concerns so please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!
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Postpartum chiropractic begins with a history of your pregnancy (if you weren’t treated previously), birth story and a thorough assessment. Typically, the first few appointments consist of gentle bodywork and rehab education as the body recovers. We then progressively work back in to manual adjusting (“pops and clicks”). The postpartum period is a delicate balance between regaining stability and maintaining a functional level of mobility. Simply put, many mommas are already pretty flexy, so we’re typically trying to gain stability of those flexy areas while making sure we’re still mobile where it’s needed! This is where Dr. Dani’s background and training in postpartum rehab comes in handy!
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Yes. Yes. And yes. It is incredibly helpful to have both mom and baby treated. Receiving care together is absolutely magical for overall well being of a new family, especially if there are struggles with feeding, sleeping, etc. Dr. Dani has discounted pricing for families for this exact reason.
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Chiropractic is safe for both mom and baby immediately following birth. There is tremendous benefit to chiropractic in the postpartum phase and it is never too early to start, especially if there is discomfort. If there were any complications during pregnancy or postpartum, this will be discussed prior to any treatment and modifications to will be made to ensure the most effective, yet safe care is provided.
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Absolutely! The method by which your tiny human arrived on this earth doesn’t change your ability to access care. Dr. Dani will focus on gentle bodywork until we feel comfortable and confident with adding manual adjusting back in. When mom is healed and cleared, Dr. Dani covers C-Section scar care to ensure that the scar is nice and mobile!
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If you are in the Denver Metro area- Washington Park (Wash Park), Platt Park, Cherry Creek, Highlands, Sloans Lake, etc. or within 30 minutes of the Downtown Denver Area, you are likely within the travel radius! Please feel free to reach out if you’re not sure!
Dr. Dani offers a reduced rate when mom receives treatment with her baby.
Moms are healing their own bodies while struggling with stress, sleep deprivation, uncomfortable positioning for feeding, etc.
Moms deserve care and support too!
Postpartum Aches and Pains
Hip and low back discomfort may be the name of the game during pregnancy. But postpartum, ooooh, that’s when positions from carrying, feeding, and holding let the neck and mid back tension creep up and shine! Add in feeling like it’s hard to find your core again, possible discomfort in the wrists and thumbs, and you’re a prime candidate for some gentle bodywork designed to help you feel better AND feel seen and cared for yourself. You just grew a human from scratch and are keeping them alive. YOU deserve to be cared for too. You deserve to feel GREAT.
Feeding Difficulty
All too often, new moms are made to feel like breast or bottle feeding difficulties are due to them doing “something wrong.” However, that’s usually not the case! If your little one is struggling with feeding or you’re having pain, you DO NOT have to go through it alone. Let’s get you the support you deserve and find out why!
An uncomfortable baby means an uncomfortable mom. If your baby is receiving bodywork for discomfort or difficulty feeding, it’s a good sign that you should too!
Postpartum Tips and Tricks
There are SO many tips and tricks for postpartum, resources, and referral sources galore. If you are curious about something, struggling with something, or would just like to know more about everything- Dr. Dani likely knows it or knows of a resource or provider that does!
Postpartum Return to Activity
Knowing how to ease back into activity postpartum, understanding what’s “normal,” and figuring out when & how to push yourself can be incredibly overwhelming. Alongside multiple certifications in postpartum rehab, Dr. Dani coordinates with Pelvic Floor Therapists to ensure you feel supported, encouraged, and empowered to get back to doing whatever activity it is that you enjoy.