OSTEOPATHY + PREGNANCY

We believe osteopathic treatments are the best way to take care of yourself during pregnancy. 

Pregnancy is a major adjustment for your body, one that we feel needs to be supported from early on in the first trimester. This helps to avoid or reduce the chances of developing common pregnancy related symptoms that can be painful and debilitating. Treatment focuses on releasing tension and creating balance in all areas that will be impacted by the growth of your baby over the next nine months. Additionally, treatment can be helpful to prepare your body for birth, creating space and alignment for optimal fetal positioning.

Preventative care is ideal, however if you are further along in your journey or currently with pregnancy aches and pains, we welcome you. Small changes in alignment and tissue health can make a great impact in reducing your symptoms and preparing your body for giving birth. 

Our practitioners are trained to use osteopathic techniques and principles that specifically work to improve the position of your baby avoiding or shifting breach and posterior presentations. in preparation for birth.

At Nourish, we do not stop at pregnancy, our care is comprehensive and will continue to support you from pregnancy to postpartum. We believe that an essential part of newborn care is to also receive osteopathic treatment. We also offer prenatal massage to support you with relaxation and comfort during your pregnancy journey.

How we can help.

 

First Trimester

  • Morning sickness

  • Pelvic instability & pain

  • Low back pain 

  • Neck pain 

  • Headaches

  • Indigestion, reflux 

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome 

  • Morning sickness 

  • General discomfort and tension

Second Trimester

  • Pelvic floor issues 

  • Sacral or Coccygeal pain 

  • Exhaustion 

  • Postural tension related to pregnancy & nursing 

  • Digestive issues, constipation, IBS 

  • Sciatica 

  • Stress & Moods  

Third Trimester

  • Birth preparation

  • Body alignment

  • labor encouragement

  • Breech positioning

  • Baby position

I came to Nourish during my second pregnancy and it was a blessing! Every time I was treated I felt a big positive difference on my whole system. Nourish was a key part of my prenatal as well as postpartum team. The care extended to help both my newborn and toddler. The work is gentle, subtle, intuitive yet highly impactful!

-FARRAH, HAPPY NOURISH MAMA

Birth Prep Package

A Nourish & Level Up Collaboration  

Congratulations on taking the first step to supporting your body through pregnancy! We’re happy you are here. This collaborative package encompasses a well-rounded approach, taking elements of Physical therapy and Osteopathy, to support you through pregnancy and prepare your body for birth. 

From Nourish Osteo and Wellness practitioners you will get high quality osteopathic manual therapy that focuses on the alignment and fluidity of tissues for change when preparing for birth and labor. The body is constantly changing during pregnancy, our work is gentle in nature and focuses on maintaining optimal alignment throughout. Treatment will support you during your daily function while pregnant and for birthing. 

During birth the whole body needs to let go and allow for the baby to be birthed. Our job when working with you is to help your body-paying close attention to the spine, the pelvis and their impact on the birth canal-to ensure optimal blood flow, alignment and balance of the nervous system so that when the birthing process begins your whole body is ready. 

From Level up Wellness and PT you will get a detailed and thorough assessment of how your body moves now and how to maintain your movement throughout pregnancy. We will give you a tailored exercise program to keep you strong and flexible as your pregnancy evolves and work with you to understand the changes of your body during pregnancy-allowing you to stay active and healthy during pregnancy. 

 For birthing, the pelvic floor needs to relax and allow the baby to exit the birth canal. In our treatments together, we will teach you about your pelvic floor, how to relax your pelvic floor during birth, how to breathe during pushing, and different birthing positions that may be more optimal for you and your body during birth. 

Package includes: 

  • One Initial Evaluation and Treatment with Nourish Osteo & Wellness

  • Two Follow Up Consultations with Nourish Osteo & Wellness

  • One Initial Evaluation and Treatment with Level Up PT 

  • Two Follow Up Consultations with Level Up PT 

  • 2 hour Postpartum Prep Workshop 

  • Discount on Prenatal Yoga Classes @ Nourish

  • Full kit of strengthening equipment

  • Sitz Bath Herbs & bottle

The package is in partnership with Level Up PT

Outcomes we hear about:

  • Decreased pain and discomfort throughout pregnancy

  • Increased awareness and preparedness for birthing positions

  • Prepared and aware of how to be taken care of and take care of yourself in postpartum