Short answer: your first prenatal visit is mostly conversation and assessment. Expect a consultation about your pregnancy stage and symptoms, an exam of posture, spinal motion, and pelvic balance, and a clear report of findings before any care plan begins. Adjustments are gentle, and positioning is supported so there is no pressure on your abdomen.
This guide is part of our complete overview of pregnancy chiropractic care in Arvada.
Step 1: Consultation
We talk through how far along you are, what hurts and when, your sleep and work setup, previous pregnancies or injuries, and what you want out of care. Bring any guidance or restrictions from your OB or midwife.
Step 2: Exam
A prenatal exam typically includes posture, spinal and pelvic motion, hip mobility, SI joint assessment, and relevant neurological screening. Nothing is forced and nothing requires you to lie flat on your belly.
Step 3: Report of Findings
You get a plain-language explanation of what was found, what it likely means, and what care would look like, including how often and for how long. You should never leave a first visit unsure of the plan or the cost.
Step 4: The Adjustment
Positioning uses pregnancy pillows or a table with a belly cutout, plus side-lying and seated options as your belly grows. Force is light and specific. Many moms also get soft-tissue work through the hips and low back, along with a couple of simple home exercises.
What to Wear and Bring
- Comfortable clothes you can move in
- Your insurance card, if you have chiropractic coverage
- Any notes or restrictions from your birth provider
- Water, and a snack if you are prone to nausea or lightheadedness
How Often Will You Come In?
Frequency depends on symptoms and trimester. Many patients start with one to two visits a week during a relief phase, then space visits out as comfort improves, sometimes returning to a weekly rhythm in the final weeks. Your plan is based on your exam, not a package.
Cost and Insurance
Coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover chiropractic visits, some apply a deductible, and some do not include chiropractic at all. We review your options before care begins, and we offer straightforward self-pay pricing.
After Baby Arrives
Many moms return within the first few weeks postpartum for pelvic, low back, and rib care, plus the neck and shoulder tension that comes with feeding and carrying a newborn. Follow any restrictions from your delivery provider, especially after a cesarean.
Book Your First Prenatal Visit in Arvada
Still deciding? Start with prenatal chiropractic safety or the Webster Technique. When you are ready, schedule your prenatal consultation online. https://momentouschiropractic.janeapp.com/
