Health & Wellness News

MAY 2014

Celebrate this Mother's Day by giving Mom a gift that will affect her far deeper than a bouquet of flowers or box of chocolates. Give the gift of nurturing hands on her stressed shoulders or relief to her ongoing back pain.

There are two package options to customize with the treatments you think Mom will enjoy best. Choose a relaxing Massage, beautifying Facial or other treatments from our Pampering Package OR natural pain-relieving treatments like Chiropractic, Acupuncture, & more from our Healing Package. All treatments are tailored to treat the individual and are pre-natal friendly, perfect for Moms-To-Be!

We love taking care of You, and we will love taking care of your MOM just as much! Happy Mother's Day to all of the Mothers we take care of. What beautiful women you are!

Until our next adjustment...

Yours in Health,

Dr. Heidi & The InnerMovement Wellness Team

Pregnancy Care

Pregnancy is a time when a woman's body needs the best of care. Our caring and expert team of doctors, practitioners, and staff provide specialty treatments including:

Prenatal Chiropractic:

Spinal health starts in the womb. A balanced maternal pelvis helps ensure proper positioning for the baby and assists in easing the birthing process. Dr. Heidi is also one of a few specialists certified in Webster Intrauterine Constraint Technique used to successfully alleviate breech positioning.

Prenatal Massage:

Massage treats not just the physical body to ease your body through the many changes that occur during this delicate time, but can relieve the stress and tension that accumulates during pregnancy. Our Prenatal Massage is performed side lying and is tailored to your specific needs. Our team is specially trained in prenatal techniques.

Prenatal Skincare:

Hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect a woman's complexion, therefore it's important to adjust your skincare regimen. Our Organic Facials contain no toxic ingredients so they're safe for moms-to-be.

Our team works closely with many OB/GYNs in the area, ensuring our holistic care offers the perfect complement to traditional healthcare - before, during, and after pregnancy.

Have questions? Please make an appointment to consult with Dr. Heidi to have a custom wellness plan created just for you!

Foods To Eat During Pregnancy

Whole Grains offer fiber, folic acid and iron.
Berries - as they are packed with Vitamin C, potassium and fiber.
Beans which are full of protein, fiber, and key ingredients like zinc, iron, calcium, and folate.
Low-fat yogurt is high in calcium and protein.
Fresh fruits and vegetables.
Sweet potatoes.
Walnuts.
Bananas are chock full of potassium and may help with nausea during the first trimester.
Avocados offer B & C vitamins and fiber.

Foods To Avoid While Expecting

Unpasteurized cheese like feta, blue cheese or brie as they can be linked to food-borne illness.
King Mackerel or Swordfish due to high mercury content.
Caffeine. Doctors say that pregnant women should consume more than 200 milligrams of caffeine daily.
Unpasteurized juice.
Processed deli meats.
Smoked fish or raw shellfish.
Liver as it contains too much Vitamin A.
Uncooked eggs (this includes raw cookie dough).

Recipe Of The Month

Morning Sickness Smoothie

(serves 1)

This easy smoothie combines ginger to alleviate nausea, bananas to replenish potassium and peaches too soothe the stomach while providing a good source of fiber.

Ingredients:

� cup low fat plain yogurt
1 cup diced pears (can substitute 1/2 c. pear nectar)
1 peach sliced (can substitute 1/2 c. peach nectar)
1 banana
1 teaspoon lemon juice
� to 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (to taste)

Ice (to desired consistency)

Directions: Place all ingredients in a blender. Cover and blend to desired consistency. Enjoy.

Our Partners in Wellness - For Moms

Regular exercise stretches and strengthens your muscles, which helps your body cope better with the aches and pains of pregnancy. Check out these local options:

Natal Fit: NatalFit is a medically oriented pregnancy fitness program that goes from conception weight to conception weight.

Heartbeat House: is a non-competitive dance/workout/fitness studio located in Atwater Village offering a wide variety of classes including community yoga.

Stroller Strides Glendale: this group combines power walking along with strength training exercises for all fit levels (located at The Americana at Brand).

Fit For Expecting: specializing in prenatal, postpartum & new mom fitness classes offered throughout the Los Angeles area.

Coming Soon - Father's Day Gifts