WHAT IS THE FOCUS IN PREGNANCY SUPPORT?
During pregnancy, there is a growing focus on providing comprehensive support to ensure the well-being of both the mother and the developing baby. Various healthcare professionals play crucial roles in addressing specific aspects of pregnancy support.
Pelvic floor physiotherapists specialize in assessing and treating pelvic floor dysfunction, which can include issues like urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and prolapse. They utilize exercises, manual therapy, and education to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, promote proper bladder and bowel function, and prepare the body for labor and delivery.
Chiropractors can assist in managing low back pain, a common discomfort experienced during pregnancy. Through gentle adjustments and targeted techniques, they aim to alleviate pain, improve spinal alignment, and enhance overall musculoskeletal function. Chiropractic care during pregnancy focuses on promoting optimal pelvic alignment and supporting the body's changes as the baby grows.
Naturopaths provide holistic support during pregnancy, focusing on lifestyle interventions, pre-natal health, and managing adverse effects noticed during different trimesters. They can offer guidance on nutrition, supplementation, stress management, and natural remedies to address common concerns like morning sickness, fatigue, and hormonal imbalances. Naturopaths emphasize individualized care and often collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support.
WHO SHOULD I SEE AT ABSOLUTE HEALTH AND WELLNESS?
We recommend seeing a pelvic floor physiotherapist, as there are various aspects to pelvic floor health that are especially relevant during and after pregnancy.
We also recommend seeing chiropractors, osteopaths and registered massage therapists to aid in associated back pain, leg pain and more.
Seeing a naturopath can help with vitamins and minerals required, dietary change and management of the common adverse effects during pregnancy.
HOW WE COMMONLY TREAT PREGNANCY
- Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy: pelvic floor physiotherapists play a role during pregnancy and during the post-natal period.
- Supplements (Herbs, Vitamins, Minerals): certain vitamins and minerals are key during fetal development
- Lifestyle and Behavior Modification: we can help guide you through exercise recommendations, managing your adverse effects through the various trimesters and more
- Acupuncture: naturopaths in Ontario are licensed to administer acupuncture, which has been shown in research to be highly effective in various aspects of pregnancy management
- Nutrition and Diet: the food we eat plays a role in our health, including our pregnancy and fertility
Every person is different, and everyone's needs during pregnancy vary.
