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You want a natural birth, and your baby is breech. Time feels short. The Webster Technique is a gentle, pregnancy-specific approach that supports pelvic balance, and both of our doctors are certified to provide it.
In a typical pregnancy, babies naturally rotate head-down (vertex position) in preparation for birth, usually by 36 weeks. A breech baby is one who is positioned feet-first, bottom-first, or in another non-vertex position in the womb.
Breech presentation affects approximately 3 to 4% of full-term pregnancies, and for many moms, it feels like a sudden threat to the birth plan they’ve been working toward. C-section is often recommended, and for some families that’s the right choice, but many moms first want to explore every natural option available.
The most common question we get: Can a chiropractor turn my breech baby?
Here’s the honest answer: no. Chiropractic does not turn babies. The Webster Technique addresses pelvic imbalance and ligament tension that may limit the room a baby has to turn on their own. We support the mechanics of the pelvis; the baby is the one who moves.
That’s a very important distinction, and it’s why we’re always upfront about it.
Signs You May Benefit from Webster Technique
The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment protocol developed by Dr. Larry Webster for use in pregnancy. It focuses on:
When pelvic and ligament tension is reduced, the goal is to improve maternal comfort and support more balanced pelvic mechanics during pregnancy.
Our doctors, Dr. Amy Horn and Dr. Caitlin Cross, are Webster Certified, providing consistent expert prenatal chiropractic care.
We’ll also collaborate with your OB or midwife throughout your care. We are part of your birth team, not separate from it.
Most moms starting Webster Technique care for a breech baby come in 2 to 3 times per week during those final weeks, and we tailor the frequency and approach based on how your body is responding. If you’ve never been adjusted during pregnancy, here’s what to expect at your first visit.
Posterior position means your baby is head down but facing your abdomen instead of your back. It is sometimes called occiput posterior or “sunny side up.” A posterior baby is different from a breech baby, but both situations may be influenced by how comfortably the pelvis and surrounding soft tissues are moving.
A posterior position can be associated with more back pressure during pregnancy or labor, although some babies rotate on their own before or during birth. Chiropractic care does not manually turn or reposition a posterior baby. Our role is to assess pelvic balance, address areas of restricted movement, and reduce unnecessary tension in the muscles and ligaments surrounding the pelvis.
We use the Webster Technique with gentle, pregnancy-specific positioning and no pressure on the abdomen. We also encourage patients to stay in communication with their OB or midwife so positioning, maternal comfort, and delivery planning can be considered together. Learn more about our complete approach to prenatal chiropractic care.
Dr. Amy Horn and Dr. Caitlin Cross are Webster certified through the ICPA, giving them pregnancy-specific training in pelvic assessment, positioning, and gentle care. We coordinate with OBs and midwives and serve families throughout Arnold and the greater St. Louis area. If you are traveling from the city, visit our St. Louis prenatal chiropractor page for directions and drive times.
No. Chiropractors do not turn or move babies. The Webster Technique addresses pelvic imbalance and ligament tension that may limit the room a baby has to turn on their own. If the baby changes position, that is the baby moving, not the chiropractor.
The Webster Technique is an ICPA-recognized chiropractic protocol specifically designed for pregnant women. It addresses sacral misalignment and round ligament tension to reduce intrauterine constraint.
It varies. Many moms come in 2 to 3 times per week for 2 to 4 weeks. The sooner you begin, the more time your body has to respond.
Ideally before 36 weeks, the earlier, the better. That said, we’ve seen positive results with moms who came in at 37 and 38 weeks as well.
Yes. The Webster Technique is specifically designed for pregnancy, using positioning, cushioning, and gentle pressure appropriate for a pregnant body.
Starting earlier gives us more time to evaluate your comfort and pelvic mechanics before delivery.
