PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH RELATED PAIN & PAEDIATRIC CARE SOUTHAMPTON & FAREHAM
From the moment you find out you’re pregnant, we offer a seamless, fully integrated pregnancy care pathway designed to support you through every stage of this incredible journey.
Our expert team combines pregnancy-specific chiropractic care (including the Webster Technique), antenatal and postnatal Pilates, and gentle paediatric chiropractic for babies and infants to help prepare your body for pregnancy, support you throughout each trimester, and guide your recovery after birth.
Beyond delivery, we continue to care for both mother and baby, supporting movement, comfort, and wellbeing as your family grows — all within one coordinated, evidence-based approach.
Our expert team of fully trained and accredited Chiropractors and Physiotherapists can help manage aches and pains during pregnancy and beyond, ensuring you feel your best throughout motherhood. We also provide gentle, specialised care for babies.
We even offer free baby spinal checks which includes height, weight and head circumference measurements.
Let us support you and your little one with expert, compassionate care.
Chiropractic & Pilates Care During and After Pregnancy
Pregnancy and the postnatal period place significant physical demands on the body.
Hormonal changes, altered posture, weight distribution, and changes in muscle activation can all contribute to pain, discomfort, and movement dysfunction.
A combined chiropractic and Pilates approach provides safe, evidence-based support throughout pregnancy and beyond, helping mothers move comfortably, prepare for birth, and recover confidently after delivery.
Common Musculoskeletal Conditions During Pregnancy
Many women experience musculoskeletal pain during pregnancy due to changing biomechanics and increased load. Common pregnancy-related conditions include:
Lower back pain
Pelvic girdle pain (PGP), including SI joint pain
Hip and groin pain
Mid-back and rib pain
Neck and shoulder tension
Postural fatigue and muscle overload
Sciatic-type pain related to pelvic and lumbar changes
Early assessment and appropriate care can significantly reduce discomfort and improve function throughout pregnancy.
Antenatal Pilates plays a crucial role in managing pregnancy-related pain and preparing the body for labour and delivery.
Antenatal Pilates focuses on:
Core and pelvic stability
Breathing and pressure management
Postural control
Hip and pelvic mobility
Strengthening muscles that support the spine and pelvis
Reducing strain on the lower back and pelvic joints
Pilates during pregnancy is individually tailored, safe, and adaptable to each trimester.
How Chiropractic Care Can Help During Pregnancy
Pregnancy-specific chiropractic care focuses on optimising spinal, pelvic, and joint function while accommodating the physiological changes of pregnancy. Treatment is gentle, tailored, and always adapted to each stage of pregnancy.
Benefits may include:
Reduced back, pelvic, and hip pain
Improved pelvic alignment and mobility
Reduced muscle tension and joint restriction
Improved posture and comfort
Support for optimal movement patterns as the body changes
All care is delivered following thorough assessment, screening, and informed consent.
The Webster Technique – Pregnancy-Specific Chiropractic Care
Dr Ellie Bullman is Webster Technique Certified, a specialised chiropractic approach used during pregnancy.
What Is the Webster Technique?
The Webster Technique is a gentle, pregnancy-specific assessment and treatment approach that focuses on reducing tension and dysfunction in the pelvis and surrounding soft tissues. Its aim is to support optimal pelvic balance and function, which may help improve maternal comfort and movement throughout pregnancy.
It is not a forceful technique and does not involve direct treatment of the baby. Instead, it focuses on the mother’s musculoskeletal system to support natural physiological processes
Postnatal Recovery: Chiropractic & Pilates for Mother
After birth, the body undergoes another significant period of change and recovery. Postnatal care focuses on restoring strength, alignment, and confidence in movement.
Common Postnatal Conditions We Help With:
Lower back and pelvic pain
Pelvic girdle pain persisting after delivery
Neck and shoulder pain from feeding and carrying
Core weakness and reduced stability
Postural strain
Recovery following caesarean or vaginal delivery
Postnatal Pilates, integrated with chiropractic care, helps rebuild strength, restore pelvic and spinal control, and support a safe return to exercise and daily activities.
Chiropractic Care for Babies, Infants & Children
Birth can place stress on a baby’s musculoskeletal system, particularly following prolonged labour, assisted delivery, or caesarean section.
Chiropractic assessment for babies is gentle and age-appropriate, focusing on movement, comfort, and function.
Common Infant Presentations We Assess:
Feeding difficulties or preference to one side
Torticollis (head turning preference)
Irritability related to movement or positioning
Asymmetrical movement patterns
Care is always gentle, non-forceful, and tailored to the infant’s developmental stage.
OUR PREGNANCY & BEYOND CLASSES
We also offer Mummy & Baby Yoga and Pilates classes, designed to support postnatal recovery while gently incorporating your baby into movement and bonding time.
These small-group classes can help improve core strength, posture, flexibility, and pelvic stability, while supporting relaxation, confidence, and connection during the postnatal period.
Indications include postnatal back or pelvic pain, recovery after pregnancy and birth, postural strain from feeding and carrying, and a safe return to movement.
Classes take place in our beautiful, purpose-built studio, with a maximum of just six attendees, ensuring personalised attention from an expert, fully certified instructor in a calm, supportive environment.
