Pregnancy & Pediatric Chiropractor
Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy & Postpartum
Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but the physical changes that come with it can also bring new challenges. As your body adapts to your growing baby, you may experience back pain, pelvic discomfort, muscle tension, or changes in mobility.
At Family Tree Chiropractic in Park Ridge, IL, Dr. Whitney Fandel, DC, DICCP, provides gentle, individualized, neurologically focused chiropractic care for expecting and postpartum mothers.
With over 15 years of experience, advanced postgraduate training in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic, and Webster Technique certification, Dr. Whitney understands the importance of caring for mothers through every stage of this journey.
Her approach focuses on supporting spinal and pelvic mobility, addressing musculoskeletal discomfort, and helping you feel comfortable and confident in your care.
Common Reasons Expecting & New Mothers Seek Chiropractic Care
Lower back pain and discomfort
Pelvic and sacroiliac (SI) joint pain
Sciatica-like symptoms
Neck, shoulder, and upper back tension
Rib and mid-back discomfort
Changes in posture and mobility
Musculoskeletal discomfort associated with pregnancy
Postpartum Chiropractic Care
Your body continues to change long after your baby arrives. Between feeding, carrying, lifting, and caring for your newborn, new physical demands can contribute to neck pain, back discomfort, shoulder tension, and postural strain.
Dr. Whitney provides gentle, personalized postpartum chiropractic care focused on musculoskeletal comfort, spinal and pelvic mobility, and helping mothers navigate the physical demands of early motherhood.
Webster Technique
Dr. Whitney Fandel is Webster Technique Certified and has extensive training in perinatal chiropractic care.
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic assessment and adjustment approach focused on the sacrum, pelvis, and associated muscles and ligaments. It is commonly used by chiropractors caring for pregnant patients.
Dr. Whitney adapts her care to each mother's stage of pregnancy, comfort level, and individual needs.
While the Webster Technique is not a method for turning a breech baby or guaranteeing a particular birth outcome, it can be part of an individualized approach to pregnancy-related musculoskeletal care.
Caring for Mothers Through Every Stage
At Family Tree Chiropractic, we believe mothers deserve to feel heard, supported, and cared for throughout pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and beyond.
Whether you're preparing for your first baby or navigating life with a growing family, we're honored to be part of your journey.
Looking for a pregnancy or postpartum chiropractor in Park Ridge, IL? Schedule your appointment with Dr. Whitney Fandel at Family Tree Chiropractic.
Chiropractic Care for Babies
Every baby is unique, and those first months of life bring incredible changes in growth, movement, and development. As parents, we want to understand our babies' needs and help them feel as comfortable as possible.
At Family Tree Chiropractic in Park Ridge, IL, Dr. Whitney Fandel, DC, DICCP, provides gentle, individualized chiropractic care for newborns and infants.
With over 15 years of experience and advanced postgraduate training in pediatric chiropractic, Dr. Whitney understands that caring for babies requires a different approach than caring for adults. Her assessments consider each baby's age, developmental stage, movement patterns, and individual needs.
Dr. Whitney uses gentle, age-appropriate techniques when chiropractic care is indicated, with particular attention to spinal and neck mobility, muscular tension, and musculoskeletal function.
Our goal is to provide thoughtful, family-centered care while helping parents better understand their baby's musculoskeletal development.
Common Reasons Parents Bring Their Babies to Our Office
Parents often visit Family Tree Chiropractic with questions or concerns about:
Head-turning preferences or difficulty turning the head equally in both directions
Persistent head tilting or suspected torticollis
Neck tension or restricted mobility
Positional preferences during feeding or tummy time
Musculoskeletal concerns following birth
Posture, movement, and early motor development
Parents may also mention concerns such as reflux, colic, constipation, sleep difficulties, or recurrent ear infections. These concerns deserve appropriate pediatric evaluation, and chiropractic adjustments are not established treatments for them.
Breastfeeding Challenges & Tongue Ties
Feeding challenges can be stressful for both babies and parents, especially when nursing is uncomfortable or a baby seems to favor one feeding position.
Dr. Whitney has completed advanced education in breastfeeding and oral restrictions, including tongue ties, and understands the importance of evaluating the whole picture when feeding difficulties arise.
During an infant assessment, she may evaluate head-turning preferences, neck mobility, posture, and other musculoskeletal factors that could contribute to positioning difficulties.
When appropriate, Dr. Whitney encourages collaborative care with lactation consultants, pediatricians, and pediatric dental professionals to help families access the support they need.
Chiropractic care does not release tongue ties or replace specialized feeding assessments, but a musculoskeletal evaluation may be one part of a coordinated approach.
Gentle, Individualized Care for Your Baby
We understand how much trust it takes to place your baby in someone else's hands.
At Family Tree Chiropractic, every infant visit is approached with patience, careful assessment, and gentle, age-appropriate care.
Dr. Whitney is committed to listening to parents, answering questions, and helping families make informed decisions about their baby's care.
Looking for a pediatric chiropractor in Park Ridge, IL? Contact Family Tree Chiropractic to learn more about our approach to infant chiropractic care.
Chiropractic Care for Kids
Childhood is an incredible time of growth, movement, and development. From learning to walk and run to participating in sports and navigating everyday activities, children's bodies are constantly adapting to new physical demands.
At Family Tree Chiropractic in Park Ridge, IL, Dr. Whitney Fandel, DC, DICCP, provides gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care tailored to children of all ages.
With over 15 years of experience and advanced postgraduate training in pediatric chiropractic, Dr. Whitney understands that children are not simply small adults. Their developing bodies require thoughtful assessments, age-appropriate techniques, and individualized care.
Her approach considers spinal mobility, posture, muscular tension, movement patterns, and musculoskeletal function while creating an environment where children feel comfortable, respected, and heard.
Common Reasons Parents Seek Pediatric Chiropractic Care
Parents bring their children to Family Tree Chiropractic for evaluation of concerns such as:
Neck and back pain
Postural concerns
Muscle tension and restricted mobility
Sports-related aches and discomfort
Headaches that may have a musculoskeletal component
Spinal asymmetry and scoliosis screening
Joint discomfort and movement limitations
Musculoskeletal concerns related to growth and physical activity
Parents may also have questions about sleep, digestion, bedwetting, allergies, or recurrent ear infections. While these concerns can be discussed during a visit, chiropractic adjustments are not established treatments for these conditions, and appropriate medical evaluation remains important.
A Gentle, Neurologically Focused Approach
At Family Tree Chiropractic, we recognize the important relationship between the spine, movement, and nervous system.
Dr. Whitney uses gentle, specific chiropractic techniques adapted to each child's age, comfort, and clinical needs. Her assessments consider musculoskeletal function alongside each child's developmental stage and individual history.
Whether your child is experiencing discomfort, participating in sports, or needs an evaluation of posture and spinal mobility, our goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care in a welcoming environment.
Chiropractic Care That Grows With Your Family
We believe children deserve to feel comfortable and confident when receiving care.
Dr. Whitney takes time to listen to parents, explain her findings, and help families understand their options.
From toddlers to teenagers, Family Tree Chiropractic is proud to serve families throughout Park Ridge and Chicago's northwest suburbs.
Looking for a pediatric chiropractor in Park Ridge, IL? We'd love to welcome your family to Family Tree Chiropractic.