The postpartum period brings many physical changes — from feeding posture and lifting baby gear to sleep positions, abdominal recovery, and hormonal shifts. These changes can affect your neck, back, pelvis, and ribs, sometimes leading to soreness, tension, or a sense of instability. At Triada Health Ottawa, our chiropractors offer gentle, supportive postpartum chiropractic care to help your body recover, move comfortably, and keep up with the demands of early parenthood.
Whether you had a vaginal birth, C-section, or assisted delivery, our chiropractors tailor treatment to your stage of healing and your daily routines.
Why Postpartum Chiropractic Helps
Your body undergoes significant changes during pregnancy and continues adapting long after birth. According to the Mayo Clinic, postpartum recovery often involves musculoskeletal shifts, fatigue, and changes in core stability.
Chiropractic care can support:
- Pelvic and low-back comfort
- Neck and shoulder tension from feeding and holding the baby
- Rib and mid-back tightness
- Hip or sacroiliac discomfort
- Postural strain
- C-section recovery (movement and mobility within safe timelines)
- Returning to activity safely
This care is gentle, paced, and customized to how your body feels on each visit.
Common Postpartum Concerns We Support
Neck & Shoulder Tension
Feeding positions, baby carrying, and looking down frequently can create stiffness and fatigue.
Low Back & Pelvic Discomfort
Core changes, lifting, and ligament shifts from pregnancy can affect stability and comfort.
Rib & Mid-Back Pain
Deep breaths, coughing, and holding your baby for long periods can strain the ribs and intercostal muscles.
C-Section Considerations
Movement patterns change after abdominal surgery. Chiropractic care supports comfort and mobility while respecting incision healing.
TMJ & Headaches
Fatigue, stress, and altered sleep patterns can contribute to jaw tension and headaches.
Learn more: TMJ Chiropractic
Learn more: Headache & Migraine Chiropractic
Infant-Related Posture
Feeding, co-sleeping, and baby holding often create asymmetrical movement patterns.
You may also find it helpful to explore pediatric chiropractic for your baby.
How Postpartum Chiropractic Works
Postpartum chiropractic care is gentle and low-force, focusing on:
- Breathing mechanics
- Pelvic and rib mobility (Webster Technique)
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Restoring comfortable movement patterns
- Gradually improving stability as your core recovers
If pelvic alignment was affected during pregnancy, techniques used during prenatal care—such as the Webster Technique—can guide your chiropractor’s approach to restoring balance and easing postpartum discomfort.
Treatment respects your delivery type, feeding routines, fatigue level, and daily responsibilities.
Care may include:
- Gentle joint mobilizations
- Soft-tissue release
- Postural and ergonomic guidance
- Feeding/lifting/baby-carrying strategy suggestions
- Mobility exercises that fit into real-life parenting
For additional support, many postpartum patients also benefit from:
When to Begin Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Most postpartum individuals can begin care as soon as they feel comfortable, including within the first few weeks. C-section patients typically start once movement feels easier, and after your healthcare provider confirms healing milestones.
The Cleveland Clinic notes that early, gentle movement strategies can support postpartum mobility, reduce discomfort, and ease return to daily activities.
We always adjust the visit to your comfort, energy level, and stage of recovery.
Meet the Chiropractors Supporting Postpartum Recovery
Dr. Jessie Hsieh – Gentle Care for Postpartum & Infant-Feeding Posture
Dr. Jessie provides gentle postpartum care with a focus on posture, feeding tension, chest/shoulder strain, and mobility changes after delivery. Her family-oriented approach also supports babies experiencing head shape or torticollis patterns.
Meet Dr. Jessie
Dr. Courteney Werner – Movement, Posture & Pelvic-Related Tension
Dr. Courteney helps new parents manage neck, shoulder, and lower-back tension that comes from feeding, lifting, and daily routines with a newborn. Her training in Activator, CATS, Graston®, concussion management, and orthotics makes her a strong fit for patients experiencing posture strain, rib tension, or returning to exercise.
Meet Dr. Courteney
Book Postpartum Care with our Chiropractors- Ottawa & Nepean
Book your appointment online today. Contact us by email at admin@triadahealthottawa.com or call 613-695-1213 to learn which chiropractor is the best fit for your needs.