Pregnancy can be a notoriously uncomfortable time for expecting mothers. While some pain throughout pregnancy is common – and many obstetricians will tell moms that they need to just hang in there – you don’t have to accept pain as “normal”. On this episode of the podcast, we’re joined by prenatal chiropractor and doula Dr. Elliot Berlin to talk about how chiropractic and massage therapy can help expecting moms ease pain in the neck, back, and joints while pregnant.  Dr. Berlin shares his story into pregnancy chiropractic care, how chiropractic can help your baby get into a good position for delivery, and what you need to know if you’re considering working with a chiropractor before your birth. We also chat about the importance of informed consent and medical professionals’ duty to help patients make the right choice for them.  In this episode you’ll learn about: How Dr. Berlin decided to work in prenatal care and eventually to become a doula Whether chiropractors get additional or unique training to work with pregnant women How chiropractic and physical therapy can help loosen muscles and joints and lead to better sleep Why physicians and other health care providers should collaborate to put women at the center of their pregnancy care What you should ask if you want to work with a chiropractor during pregnancy Why some mothers might not be a good fit for prenatal chiropractic What informed consent is and why it’s critical to a good birth plan & birth experience The potential risks of chiropractic and what you need to know beforehand The most rewarding parts of Dr. Berlin’s work as a chiropractor and doula Links mentioned in the episode: Elliot Berlin: Website | Informed Pregnancy Podcast | Instagram Episode #30: The Wonderful Benefits Of Pre & Postnatal Yoga With Jeanna Lurie ICPA How To Make A Birth Plan That Works! -Free online class