Unbalanced and Hormonal

Breastfeeding challenges and postpartum depression are, unfortunately, far too common. Our deep commitment to supporting mothers through these struggles comes from the heart. In this episode, Dr. Teri shares her personal postpartum journey and how it has profoundly influenced her chiropractic work. With honesty and vulnerability, she sheds light on the dark thoughts and isolation that can often ac...

If you've wanted to here more real life parenting, this episode is for you. Dr. Becca tells a personal parenting story that touches on a lot of different, realistic struggles in parenting. Dr. Teri discusses how to stay grounded in these moments and provides reassurance that we are all doing are best. We cover: What really is the right way to parent? How to manage your expectations Kids typica...

You may have heard someone (Dr. Becca, lol) talk about NET or Neuro Emotional Technique, but what actually is it? It's a dynamic technique that helps you release your stressors and emotional blocks which...you know what, just listen to this. We go into details about the technique, how it can help, and who it can help in this episode. Enjoy! Learn more about NET and find a practitioner at --> ne...

In this episode we chat with Jen Sekela, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. Jen is wonderfully kind and has such a comforting, gentle energy. She and Teri answer questions that illustrate the perspectives of the body from chiropractic and OT view points. We cover: How tension shows up in the body and in the behaviors of children Where the initial tension comes from - is it birth? Before birth? Ho...

A question we have been asked countless times - why would someone bring their baby to a chiropractor? This is a well meaning question after seeing what it can look like for an adult to get adjusted. In this episode, we answer this question and so much more, such as: the most common reasons babies see chiropractors what it looks like when they get adjusted do babies cry during adjustments? the most...

If you are planning to feed a newborn, this episode is for you! In this episode we are joined by Kacey Widmeyer, a Lactation Consultant and a beacon of hope through the dark hours of night time feeds. We go over so many topics around feeding babies and she gives it to us straight. We cover: Misinformation on social media Credentials in breastfeeding professionals Normal infant behavior around feed...

In this episode we cover why it’s important to move your body in pregnancy, how it helps with faster postpartum recovery, and where stability plays one of the most important roles. Follow us: ⁠⁠@belliesandbabieschiro⁠⁠ (IG) ⁠⁠@mybalancechiro⁠⁠ (Facebook) ⁠⁠@belliesandbabieschiro⁠⁠ (YouTube) info@mybalancechiro.com (email)

Mind-Body Prep! What is it? Why would one need to do it? How is it done? We answer all of these and more in this episode. When you don't know what to expect during a huge moment like giving birth, how can you feel prepared? It is possible when you address your mind-body connection. There are people who work one on one with others to achieve this level of clarity and there are things you can do on...

This episode is a MUST listen! In our first interview episode we talk with Rebecca Jahnigen, a Cincinnati doula with a heart of gold. She is so kind and authentic as we dive into the many facets of doula work and how essential doulas are to our increasingly isolated society. In this interview we cover: What does a doula provide to a birth experience How a Doula’s pregnancy support is essential and...

A deeper dive into the details of why prenatal chiropractic is important and may be beneficial to your experience. We talk about what Webster Technique is and why you should find a Webster Certified chiropractor for your prenatal care. We cover: What is Webster? How to choose your Chiro and what to look for When to find a new Chiro or look into other practitioners (PT/OT) Defining in-utero constra...

Who do you want as part of your birth team? How do you know who to choose? We dive into all of these questions in this episode! Its important to know who you want alongside you during one of the most important time of your life. And it's important to pick people you vibe with! Time Stamps: 10:47 - OB/Midwife 14:12 - Doula 18:33 - Chiropractor 22:52 - Lactation Consultant 31:06 - PT/OT 32:54 - Mass...

Have you felt overwhelmed with the idea of preparing yourself for pregnancy and beyond? SAME. In this episode we talk about realistic ways to prep for pregnancy that don't require you to eat fresh oysters daily or become an unlimited member at a pilates studio. We share tips for movement, nutrition, and emotional health. Check it out and don't forget to rate our show! Check out our free gift here!...

I've heard of prepping for birth...but for pregnancy?! In this episode we go into why it's important to plan for pregnancy by preparing your body. It's not often talked about but it should be! If you have plans to get pregnant, taking steps to prep your body can make all the difference in your experience. You deserve more than just "get off birth control and take a prenatal" <3 Follow us: ⁠@bel...

Listening to birth stories is one of the best ways you can prepare yourself and it's often difficult to find positive birth stories. In this episode we go into detail about our home birth experiences. We talk about what went well and where we wish we would have prepped a little better. You can always learn something from someone else's story. We hope you find our birth stories entertaining and exp...

WELCOME! We are two chiropractors in different stages of life who work with women through the big hormonal shifts in their lives - pregnancy and menopause. Join us as we share our clinical experience, educational tidbits, personal stories, and interviews with other professional to help fill in the blanks and normalize the hormonally charged and unbalanced moments we all experience. You are not alo...