Common Questions
Why chiropractic for babies/ infants?
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Birth is a natural process, but it can place physical stress on a baby’s body — particularly on the spine and nervous system. Even in smooth deliveries, newborns experience compression and rotational forces as they pass through the birth canal.
As children grow, they encounter many physical challenges — learning to lift their heads, sit, crawl, walk, and eventually run and play. Falls, bumps, prolonged screen time, and heavy school bags can also influence posture and movement patterns.
Gentle assessment of spinal and joint function may help identify areas of restriction or imbalance. When addressed early, this can support better comfort, coordination, and overall health as a child grows.
What happens in a child’s first session?
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When you book an Initial Consultation for your child, our chiropractors will carry out a comprehensive assessment following the DACCP protocol. This detailed examination helps us understand how your child’s spine and nervous system are functioning — identifying both areas that are working well and areas that may need support.
During the session, we assess:
Spinal function – how well the joints of the spine are moving
Range of motion – how freely your child can move their body
Posture – how posture is developing and whether there are any imbalances
Red flags – any areas of concern that may require further attention or referral
Adaptability and resilience – how your child is coping with physical stresses such as falls, bumps, and everyday challenges
Neurological development – whether primitive (infant) reflexes have integrated appropriately and transitioned into more mature postural reflexes, coordination, balance, and motor control
Why chiropractic during pregnancy?
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Chiropractic care in pregnancy is vital to the normal physiological function of both the mother and baby throughout pregnancy and birth.
More women and birth providers are discovering the many benefits associated with chiropractic care in pregnancy
Preparing for labour?
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The goal of the chiropractic adjustment is to improve movement and alignment in the lower back and pelvis. When the sacroiliac joints or sacrum are not moving well, it can affect how the pelvis functions and how the nerves in that area communicate.
When the pelvis is imbalanced or restricted, it may contribute to a more challenging labour. For example, by limiting space in the pelvis or affecting how the uterus works during contractions. By helping restore better balance and movement in the pelvis, chiropractic care aims to support the body’s natural ability to prepare for and progress through labour.
Will chiropractic care help with breech babies?
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Chiropractic aims to promote optimal fetal positioning by enhancing pelvic alignment. Improved biomechanics may encourage head-first positioning late in pregnancy.
Is chiropractic care safe for children?
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Yes. Chiropractic care for children is gentle, specific, and adapted to a child’s age, size, and stage of development. Pediatric chiropractors use light pressure and techniques that are designed to support a child’s growing spine and nervous system
Is chiropractic care just for kids with problems?
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Not at all. Many families choose chiropractic care as part of a proactive wellness approach, supporting healthy growth, posture, movement, and nervous system function—even when a child seems perfectly healthy.
Yes, when provided by a qualified chiropractor trained in prenatal care, chiropractic care is generally considered safe at all stages of pregnancy. Chiropractors use gentle, pregnancy-specific techniques and positioning to avoid pressure on the abdomen.
When should I start chiropractic care during pregnancy?
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You can begin chiropractic care at any point during pregnancy - from the first trimester through postpartum. Many women choose to start care as soon as they find out they’re pregnant. Early chiropractic care can help support postural changes, pelvic balance, and nervous system function as the body adapts to pregnancy.
As pregnancy progresses, chiropractic adjustments may help relieve common discomforts such as low back pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, sciatica, and hip pain caused by hormonal changes and a growing belly. During the third trimester, care often focuses on maintaining pelvic alignment and function, which may support a more comfortable pregnancy and prepare the body for labor and delivery.
Chiropractic care can also be beneficial after birth, helping the body recover from pregnancy and childbirth.