Breech Services

The Role of Massage Therapy in Supporting Breech Babies and Postpartum Healing:

When a baby is in a breech position, it can cause concern and uncertainty for expectant mothers. While medical professionals handle the safe turning of a breech baby in a hospital setting, massage therapy offers valuable support to the mother’s body that may encourage the baby to turn naturally.

Navigating Breech Position: The Importance of a Neutral Pelvis and Balanced Exercises

When a baby is in a breech position, many well-meaning providers suggest exercises aimed at opening the pelvic inlet to encourage the baby to turn head down. While this approach seems logical, it can actually make the situation more difficult. Opening the pelvic inlet when the baby is breech risks pushing the baby deeper into the pelvis in the wrong position. Instead, the focus should be on keeping the pelvis in a neutral position and ensuring the pelvic outlet is not tight or restricted. This blog explains why a neutral pelvis matters and why balanced, bilateral exercises are safer and more effective than unilateral movements during this time.

What to Expect After Your Baby Turns from Breech to Head Down

When your baby turns head down, it marks an important milestone in your pregnancy journey. After weeks of trying different positions and movements to encourage your baby to flip, you might feel relief and excitement. But what comes next? How do you support your baby’s new position and prepare your body for birth? This post offers practical advice to help you navigate this phase with confidence and care.

Block and Strap Homework 

This homework is used to stabilize the pelvis by activating anatomy in the pelvis. This allows compensating anatomy to release and both the compensating anatomy and passive anatomy to balance and begin to return to optimal physiology. It is easier to demonstrate while lying down. If you are pregnant, please use a firm chair (like a kitchen chair), sit nice a tall on your sit bones, and perform while seated.

Understanding Pelvic Tilts and Cat-Cows: Key Differences for Pregnancy Preparation

Pregnancy brings many changes to the body, and preparing for birth often involves exercises that support comfort and flexibility. Pelvic tilts and cat-cow stretches are two movements frequently recommended during pregnancy.