{"id":2417,"date":"2025-05-26T01:49:13","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T01:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/okanaganfamilymagazine.ca\/?p=2417"},"modified":"2025-05-26T01:49:16","modified_gmt":"2025-05-26T01:49:16","slug":"why-perinatal-and-pediatric-care-matters-what-every-young-parent-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/okanaganfamilymagazine.ca\/?p=2417","title":{"rendered":"Why Perinatal and Pediatric Care Matters: What Every Young Parent Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By Jody Schmuland \u2022 AltaVie Health<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Becoming a parent is one of life\u2019s most transformative experiences. From the moment you know you are expecting, your world begins to shift. Your body changes, your priorities change, and you start making choices not just for yourself, but for your growing family. Amid the excitement (and exhaustion), one of the most powerful tools you have is knowledge\u2013an understanding of how perinatal and pediatric care can support your family\u2019s health is a great place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


What is Perinatal Care and Why is It Important?<\/strong><\/span>
Perinatal care refers to the care you receive during pregnancy and in the months after birth. While many people think only of medical checkups and ultrasounds, there\u2019s a whole world of holistic support in addition that can help you feel more comfortable, confident, and capable as you prepare to welcome baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Your body goes through rapid physical changes to make room for your growing baby. Hormones like Relaxin loosen your joints and ligaments to prepare for labour\u2013but they can also cause pelvic instability, back pain, and sleep struggles. Chiropractic care, massage, and acupuncture can all play a potential role in helping the body adjust to these changes, reduce discomfort, and strive to stay strong throughout pregnancy.
Why this matters: <\/strong>A more comfortable pregnancy supports better sleep, better movement, and can help you prepare for your labour and delivery experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Postpartum: The Other Half of the Journey<\/span><\/strong>
Once your baby arrives, it\u2019s easy to forget about your own needs\u2013but your recovery is just as important as your baby\u2019s care. Common problems that new parents face include back pain and headaches, wrist pain, postural tension, and core weakness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Focus Bodywork by a chiropractor or massage therapist can help restore balance to the body, ease discomfort, and support your physical recovery. Working with a registered dietitian (RD) or naturopathic doctor (ND) can support hormonal balance, mental health, healthy weight maintenance, and even boost milk supply.
Why this matters:<\/strong> When you feel stronger, more rested, and more supported, it can be a perfect formula to bond with your baby and adjust to your new role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Supporting Your Baby from the Very Beginning<\/span><\/strong>
Babies may be tiny, but birth is a big physical
event for their bodies too. Pediatric chiropractic care is safe, gentle, and designed to support a baby\u2019s nervous system and physical development
from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


We often see infants for:
\u2022 Latching or feeding issues
\u2022 Colic or fussiness
\u2022 Sleep challenges
\u2022 Torticollis (head turning preference)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


As children grow, musculoskeletal care can aid in their recovery when they fall and get hurt, help them stay active and engaged in their sports and hobbies, and make sure that there are no physical barriers to them achieving their developmental milestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why this matters:<\/strong> Musculoskeletal care for kids can help set the stage for a strong body and healthy nervous system, and support recovery when they get hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Feeding Support: You Don\u2019t Have to Figure It Out Alone<\/span><\/strong>
Feeding your baby\u2013whether by breast, chest, bottle, or a combination\u2013is deeply personal and sometimes surprisingly hard. Lactation consultants are trained to help you navigate challenges like poor latching, low supply, clogged ducts, or bottle refusal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Seeing a lactation consultant early (even before birth!) can prepare you with realistic expectations and a support plan for those early days.
Why this matters: <\/strong>Feeding should feel nourishing, not stressful. The right help can make all the difference in your confidence and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


A Clinic that Offers Support and Knowledge Like No Other<\/span><\/strong>
At AltaVie Health, the clinic is designed around the needs of young families. They believe health care should be holistic, accessible, and
family-friendly. That\u2019s why they offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n


For parents:<\/strong>
\u2022 Prenatal and Postpartum Chiropractic Care
\u2022 Massage Therapy (RMT) for all stages, including prenatal massage
\u2022 Acupuncture (from Naturopathic Doctor)
\u2022 Naturopathic Medicine
\u2022 Lactation Consulting
\u2022 Registered Dietician Support<\/p>\n\n\n\n


For babies and children:<\/strong>
\u2022 Pediatric Chiropractic Care from birth and up!
\u2022 Infant Massage Therapy
\u2022 Developmental Milestone Monitoring and Support
\u2022 Infant feeding support, including lip and tongue tie post-operative care
\u2022 Family Wellness Visits
\u2022 Damage Control (for all the bumps, bonks, bruises, and breaks)<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Why this matters: <\/strong>Getting all the support you need in one place makes life easier and helps you focus on what matters most\u2013your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


A Community That Cares<\/span><\/strong>
Parenting isn\u2019t meant to be done alone. Whether you\u2019re expecting your first child or navigating life with a toddler, having the right support makes all the difference. At AltaVie Health, they\u2019re not just here to treat symptoms\u2013they are here to walk alongside you through every stage, offering guidance, education, and care that grows with your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Because when parents are supported, kids thrive\u2013and that\u2019s something every family deserves!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jody\u202fSchmuland is AltaVie\u202fHealth\u2019s Clinic<\/a> Director in Kelowna,\u202fBC, with a heartfelt advocacy for mothers and children. The clinic\u2019s interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver holistic perinatal, pediatric care and women\u2019s health while championing community daily\u202fwellbeing and empowering families to thrive.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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