Ep44: How Prenatal Chiropractic Can Ease Common Pregnancy Pain with Dr. Elliot Berlin

Pregnancy can be a notoriously uncomfortable time for expecting mothers. While some pain throughout pregnancy is common – and many obstetricians will tell moms that they need to just hang in there – you don’t have to accept pain as “normal”.On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by prenatal chiropractor and doula Dr. Elliot Berlin to talk about how chiropractic and massage therapy can help expecting moms ease pain in the neck, back, and joints while pregnant. Dr. Berlin shares his story into pregnancy chiropractic care, how chiropractic can help your baby get into a good position for delivery, and what you need to know if you’re considering working with a chiropractor before your birth.We also chat about the importance of informed consent and medical professionals’ duty to help patients make the right choice for them. In this episode you’ll learn about:How Dr. Berlin decided to work in prenatal care and eventually to become a doulaWhether chiropractors get additional or unique training to work with pregnant womenHow chiropractic and physical therapy can help loosen muscles and joints and lead to better sleepWhy physicians and other health care providers should collaborate to put women at the center of their pregnancy careWhat you should ask if you want to work with a chiropractor during pregnancyWhy some mothers might not be a good fit for prenatal chiropracticWhat informed consent is and why it’s critical to a good birth plan & birth experienceThe potential risks of chiropractic and what you need to know beforehandThe most rewarding parts of Dr. Berlin’s work as a chiropractor and doulaLinks mentioned in the episode:Elliot Berlin: Website | Informed Pregnancy Podcast | InstagramEpisode #30: The Wonderful Benefits Of Pre & Postnatal Yoga With Jeanna LurieICPAHow To Make A Birth Plan That Works! -Free online classLearn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gift card! --> thecordbloodgroup.com/drnicoleAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy