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-Prenatal Chiropractic Care in Norwood Park, Chicago
Pregnancy Shouldn't Mean Constant Discomfort
Pregnancy is beautiful — and physically demanding. As a Webster‑certified chiropractor, Dr. Erica provides gentle, hands‑on care to support balance and comfort through every trimester. You don't have to "just deal with it."
Round Ligament
Pain
Pubic Symphysis Pain
Common pregnancy discomforts we treat
Upper Back
Tension
Sciatica
Low Back Tension
Rib Pain
-What to Expect
Consult & history
We talk through your pregnancy, symptoms, and goals before any hands‑on work begins.
Gentle Webster assessment
A pelvic and spinal assessment using Webster‑certified technique, adjusted to your comfort.
Personalized care plan
A trimester appropriate care plan you understand and control - no high pressure contracts
"As a Webster‑certified chiropractor and mom myself, I understand firsthand the physical and emotional toll that growing a family can take on the body."
— Dr. Erica Juris, Founder
Pregnancy chiropractic FAQ
Yes, chiropractic care is generally considered safe during pregnancy for most women, and serious complications are rare. Dr. Erica is specialized in the Webster technique and has taken numerous continuing education courses to specialize in caring for pregnant women.
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic assessment and adjustment developed by Dr. Larry Webster, founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). It focuses on the sacrum and pelvis, with the goal of correcting sacral misalignment and reducing tension in the surrounding ligaments and muscles — particularly the round ligaments that support the uterus. The idea is that a balanced pelvis creates more room for the baby and may reduce intrauterine constraint. Chiropractors can become certified in the technique through the ICPA, and it's the most commonly used prenatal-specific chiropractic method.
There's no single required starting point — chiropractic care can safely begin at any stage of pregnancy, including the first trimester. Many women start when discomfort appears, often in the second or third trimester as the belly grows and posture shifts. It is typically best to start sooner in the pregnancy rather than later since maintaining pelvic alignment throughout pregnancy is thought to be more effective than trying to address problems late in the third trimester.
No- The Webster Technique is often associated with breech presentation, but it does not directly turn the baby — chiropractors do not manipulate the fetus. The theory behind care is that by aligning the pelvis and reducing ligament tension, the baby has more room to turn on its own. Utilizing a combination of chiropractic, exercises and acupuncture we can make space and encourage baby to turn but we do not turn breech babies.
Proper pelvic alignment can contribute to a smoother labor, and some studies and patient surveys have associated prenatal chiropractic care with shorter labor times and reduced back labor pain. Women who received regular care during pregnancy often report less need for pain interventions. Chiropractic care can relieve pregnancy-related back and pelvic pain, which by itself can make the later stages of pregnancy and the labor experience more comfortable.