Osteopathy & Pregnancy

A woman’s body changes during pregnancy. Those changes include the softening of ligaments, weight increase and changes to posture. That can lead to additional pressure on joints in various parts of the body, including the spine or pelvis The ovaries produce the hormone relaxin which causes ligaments to soften, allowing the pelvic bones to shift slightly during delivery. This is a good thing of course because it makes delivery easier. Unfortunately, the softening of the ligaments also affects the whole body which means it’s much more vulnerable to strain as it changes to accommodate your baby.