Navigating the physical demands of pregnancy and the emotional rollercoaster of postpartum life can be overwhelming. In this guest blog, Dr. Colleen Horn of Generations Chiropractic in Batavia shares why nervous system-centered care can be a game changer—not just for expecting moms, but for babies too.

At Generations Chiropractic, we often say, “When you take care of mom, you take care of the whole family.” That’s never more true than during the incredible transitions of pregnancy and postpartum. Your body, your baby’s development, and even your emotional resilience are deeply intertwined—through your nervous system.

During pregnancy, your nervous system works overtime to support two bodies at once. The constant change in posture, balance, and hormone levels can lead to discomfort, misalignment, and overwhelm. Many moms feel this as back pain, round ligament tension, sciatica, or sleepless nights. But there’s more beneath the surface—especially when we consider the nervous system's role in both birth prep and baby’s development.

Chiropractic care during pregnancy can:

• Support optimal pelvic alignment, helping baby find the best position for birth
• Reduce common pregnancy discomforts like hip pain and reflux
• Improve nervous system regulation, helping you feel more calm and grounded
• Enhance baby’s development by optimizing mom’s nervous system and reducing in-utero stress
• Increase the likelihood of a smoother birth—meaning less need for interventions like forceps or vacuum assistance, shorter labor times, and more coordinated contractions

One of our moms, Casey, shared,

“After my first birth, I experienced a traumatic hemorrhage and felt anxious even thinking about doing it again. With this pregnancy, I received consistent adjustments and scans. Birth was smoother, my recovery was easier, and I truly believe chiropractic care made all the difference.”

After birth, chiropractic care becomes just as essential—both for mom and baby. The postpartum period can feel like a whirlwind. Whether you had a vaginal delivery or C-section, your nervous system has undergone major changes, and your baby’s nervous system is adapting to life outside the womb.

Postpartum chiropractic helps moms by:

• Supporting core and pelvic balance (alongside your amazing pelvic floor PT!)
• Aiding in recovery after labor or C-section
• Easing breastfeeding posture strain and tension
• Helping regulate sleep, stress, and digestion

And babies? Even the smoothest birth can put strain on their delicate spine and nervous system. That’s why we gently assess each baby for signs of tension that may show up as:

• Latching challenges
• Reflux or constipation
• Torticollis and flat spots
• Colic or difficulty sleeping

Adjustments for babies are incredibly gentle—often using the same pressure you'd use to check a ripe avocado. Most babies sleep right through them!

Our mission is to support families through every season of motherhood—especially those early days when your nervous system needs the most care. We’re grateful to serve many moms from this amazing studio already, and we’d love to support you too.

You can learn more about our practice at generationschirokane.com or follow along on Instagram @generations.chiropractic.