🤰 Pregnancy Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint: How Chiropractic Prepares You for Labor
Introduction: Preparing for the Long Run
Pregnancy is one of the most incredible journeys a woman can experience—but it’s also one of the most physically and emotionally demanding. With every passing week, your body is changing, adapting, stretching, and supporting the growth of new life. And just like training for a marathon, your body needs support, alignment, and resilience to make it to the finish line—birth.
At Solstice Chiropractic, we’re passionate about helping Colorado Springs moms prepare for birth with confidence. Through nervous system-centered prenatal chiropractic care, we support your body’s natural ability to adapt during pregnancy and set the stage for a smoother, more empowered labor experience.
Pregnancy Isn’t Something to “Push Through”—It’s Something to Be Supported
Let’s face it: too many women are told that pelvic pain, sciatica, round ligament pain, and sleepless nights are “just part of pregnancy.” But that doesn’t have to be your story.
Pregnancy comes with massive physical changes—your center of gravity shifts, your posture adapts, and your organs and ligaments stretch to accommodate your growing baby. But underneath all those physical changes is one key system that governs how well you adapt: your nervous system.
When the nervous system is under stress, your body has a harder time coping with change. This can lead to:
Headaches or fatigue
Our goal isn’t just to help you “make it through” pregnancy—we want you to feel aligned, connected, and in control as your body prepares for the most important event of all: birth.
Webster Certified Care for Moms and Babies
At Solstice Chiropractic, we use the Webster Technique, a gentle and pregnancy-specific method that focuses on balancing the pelvis, sacrum, and surrounding soft tissues. This approach creates space and ease in your body, helping baby move into the most optimal position for labor—head-down and engaged.
As Webster Certified Chiropractors in Colorado Springs, we’ve helped countless moms experience:
More comfortable pregnancies
Shorter, more efficient labors
Fewer interventions during birth
Smoother postpartum recoveries
Improved fetal positioning (especially in breech or transverse presentations)
Webster isn’t about “turning” the baby—it’s about balancing the environment so that baby can turn on their own, naturally and without force.
The Nervous System’s Role in Labor Preparation
Birth isn’t just physical—it’s neurological. The nervous system is responsible for coordinating the entire birth process, from uterine contractions to hormonal signaling and muscle function.
When your nervous system is in balance and not stuck in fight-or-flight mode, your body is better able to:
Release tension in the pelvis
Coordinate contractions efficiently
Maintain a steady labor progression
Stay calm and connected during labor
Recover more quickly in the postpartum phase
Our Insight CLA scans help us see how much stress is stored in your system and how it may be affecting your pregnancy, preparation, and birth readiness. With consistent care, we work to release that stress, improve brain-body communication, and support a smoother path toward labor.
What Colorado Springs Moms Are Saying
Here’s what one mama had to say about her experience at Solstice Chiropractic:
“With my first pregnancy, I had back pain, tight hips, and a long labor. I didn’t know chiropractic could help. During my second pregnancy, I started care at Solstice early on, and it changed everything. I slept better, felt more comfortable, and my labor was over 6 hours shorter!”
That’s the power of supporting your body from the inside out—not just chasing symptoms, but preparing for what’s ahead.
Prenatal Chiropractic Supports the Whole Journey
Our care doesn’t end when labor begins. In fact, consistent chiropractic care supports every stage of pregnancy:
First trimester: Helps with fatigue, nausea, and stress response
Second trimester: Improves sleep, posture, and ligament balance
Third trimester: Prepares the pelvis, supports fetal positioning, and eases physical tension as baby grows
Postpartum: Helps realign the body, regulate hormones, and support healing (especially for vaginal or C-section births)
We walk alongside you through it all, offering encouragement, education, and nervous system support every step of the way.
Our Office: A Home for Moms
Solstice Chiropractic is more than a clinic—it’s a community. We’ve created a space where prenatal and postpartum moms feel seen, supported, and safe. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, birth center experience, or home birth with one of our trusted local midwives, we’ll work with your care team to give you the best chance at a smooth delivery and recovery.
We’re also proud to support moms who are:
Carrying after loss or infertility
Planning VBACs
Preparing for unmedicated or intervention-free births
Experiencing high levels of stress or anxiety during pregnancy
You don’t have to walk this journey alone. We’re here with hands, heart, and hope.
Call to Action
Pregnancy isn’t a sprint—it’s a marathon. And like every strong athlete, your body deserves alignment, support, and strategy to make it to the finish line.
Schedule your prenatal consultation today at Solstice Chiropractic and let’s build a care plan that honors your body’s wisdom and prepares you for a birth experience you can feel confident in.
