ASK: What are some exercises I can do while pregnant that shouldn’t harm me...
Exercises In Pregnancy
“I get this question a lot, so I'll keep it super simple. Of course, walking (is great). If you have already been...
ASK: What is preterm labor?
What is Preterm Labor?
"Preterm labor is a condition where your body thinks it's time to deliver your baby. It needs to be distinguished from...
ASK: Is it normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy?
Swollen Feet During Pregnancy
"If your feet are swollen and they are swelling in the afternoon, that is not a big deal. The only swelling...
ASK: What are some ways I can prepare for labor?
Prepare for Labor
"One of the best ways to prepare for your labor and the delivery is making sure that you're low risk even before...
ASK: What does it mean my “baby dropped” or my provider talking about “stations”?
When Does "Baby Dropped" Happen?
"One of the things that people say about moms is,...
ASK: Later in my pregnancy I am noticing more veins showing on my breasts,...
Veins are Normal
"So it's totally normal if you're noticing more veins on your breast. First of all, the hormones in pregnancy help relax all...
ASK: Is deep tissue massages safe while pregnant?
Deep Tissue Massage in Pregnancy
"Yes, a deep tissue (massage) is totally fine while you're pregnant. I find that the farther along, they get the...
ASK: How long will I be positioned during a prenatal massage?
Positioning for Prenatal Massage
"Positioning changes depending on if you're in your first, second, or third trimester. But the majority of the time you're going...
ASK: Are all massage therapists qualified to do a prenatal massage?
Qualifications for Prenatal Massage
"I mean, I would say that the majority probably could. But it's important to have someone who's at least had some...
ASK: How does chiropractic care and massage therapy work together during pregnancy?
A Winning Combination
"Prenatal massage and prenatal chiropractic work together because you're helping to relieve that tension from the body. Chiropractic focuses primarily on the...
