Your body spent nine months adapting to pregnancy. Recovery afterward deserves the same level of attention.
What Changes After Delivery
The pelvis, ribs, and neck have all adjusted to accommodate pregnancy and labor, and they don’t automatically snap back once the baby arrives. Add in new physical demands, nursing posture, constant lifting and holding, and it’s a recipe for new strain layered on top of what pregnancy already changed.
Care for Mom
Focused on pelvic and low back stability, easing neck and shoulder tension from feeding and holding positions, and supporting a gradual return to normal activity.
Gentle Support for Baby
Very light, low-force work on a newborn’s upper neck and jaw mechanics can support more comfortable feeding and latch, particularly when birth involved a long labor or assisted delivery. This is comfort-first and baby-led, not a forceful technique of any kind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon after delivery can I start care?
Many patients begin within the first couple of weeks postpartum, though timing depends on the type of delivery and how you’re feeling. Dr. Devine will talk through what makes sense for your specific recovery.
Can this help with breastfeeding difficulties?
Some latch difficulties have a mechanical component related to a baby’s neck or jaw mobility. Addressing that can help in some cases, though it’s not a substitute for guidance from a lactation consultant when other factors are involved.