Chiropractic Make Birthing Easier

March 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment

ChiropracticChiropractic works on the principle that if the spine is functioning optimally, the body will function optimally. By removing nerve interference, chirpractic makes way for optimum health.

So it stands to reason, that a pregnant woman recieving regular chiropractic adjustments, will have a healthier body, to grow and birth her baby with.

Women assume that the “ailments of pregnancy” like fluid retention, and heartburn, are unavoidable unpleasant side effects of gestating. But this is not necessarily the case.  Regular adjustments will allow the body to do what it inately knows how to do, without the discomfort: that is, grow and birth a baby.

New research has again revealed that Chiropractic can assist in birthing-  by removing pelvic distortions, the body can labour and birth at it’s most efficient – the baby can present in optimal position, and the uterus knows how to contract effectively.

Women recieving chiropractic adjustments on average have  a shorter labour too. With the average length of labour for a first time mum being 9 hours.

A good article on this is here:http://www.pr.com/press-release/136771

 

Photo credit: Williamholling

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About Lamaze

October 25, 2008 By Leave a Comment

The Lamaze Method, was established in 1951 by Dr Fernand Lamaze. It is a childbirth philosophy, that centres around the idea that birth is normal and natural.

The Lamaze Philosphy is:

  • Birth is normal, natural and healthy.
  • The experience of birth profoundly affects women and their families.
  • Women’s inner wisdom guides them through birth.
  • Women’s confidence and ability to give birth is either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth.
  • Women have the right to give birth free from routine medical interventions.
  • Birth can safely take place in homes, birth centers and hospitals.
  • Childbirth education empowers women to make informed choices in health care, to assume responsibility for their health and to trust their inner wisdom.

    • There are 6 care practises that guide the Lamaze method – they are found here

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