05/12/2026
One thing I wish more people understood about birth prep:
baby positioning and pelvic balance matter. A lot.
When the pelvis is balanced and baby is in an optimal position, labor often has an easier time progressing naturally.
This doesn’t mean “perfect position = perfect birth.”
Birth is nuanced.
But tension patterns, pelvic imbalance, and fetal positioning can absolutely influence comfort, pressure, engagement, and labor progression.
In my practice, I work with pregnant patients on:
• pelvic mobility
• soft tissue tension
• posture and movement patterns
• nervous system regulation
• creating space for baby to move optimally
The goal is not to “force” a baby into position.
The goal is to support the body so baby has the ability to find the best position possible.
This is where collaborative care matters so much between OBs, midwives, pelvic floor PTs, chiropractors, doulas, and lactation professionals.
Pregnancy and birth outcomes improve when providers work together instead of in silos. 🤍 Who was part of your birth team?
Did you see more than one provider during your pregnancy?
— Charlotte Blanchet DC, IBCLC
The River Of Life Chiropractic Center