Frequently Asked Questions

Chiropractic care focuses on spinal and nervous system health. During pregnancy and postpartum, proper spinal and pelvic alignment may help reduce back and hip pain, improve posture, support mobility and promote overall nervous system balance. Many women seek prenatal and postpartum chiropractic care to feel more comfortable and supported through the changes their body is making.

The Gonstead Method is a specific, analytical technique focused on evaluating and correcting spinal misalignments with precision. Unlike more general approaches, it emphasizes thorough assessment (posture analysis, X-rays when necessary, palpation and specialized instrumentation) to locate and correct vertebral subluxations. At Chiro Mamas it is adapted for prenatal, postpartum and pediatric patients so care stays gentle, safe and effective.

Chiro Mamas is dedicated exclusively to women, infants and children. Care is customized using a gentle, precise Gonstead-based approach with specific modifications for pregnancy, postpartum recovery and pediatric patients. The pace, the room and the appointment lengths were all built around that, not adapted to it.

No referral is required.

Our practice is exclusive to women of all stages and pediatric patients. Male patients are referred to a trusted nearby colleague who also practices the Gonstead method. Please contact the office and we'll gladly point you in the right direction.

Yes. Prenatal chiropractic care is generally considered safe when provided by a trained provider. Techniques and positioning are modified for each stage of pregnancy to ensure comfort and safety. Many pregnant patients seek care to support pelvic balance, reduce discomfort and improve overall function.

Yes. Dr. Rhee is certified in the Webster Technique, a gentle, pregnancy-specific chiropractic technique. It focuses on identifying and reducing pelvic and sacral tension, muscle imbalance and joint restriction that may affect pelvic biomechanics. The goal is not to manually turn a breech baby, but to help optimize the mother’s pelvic alignment and nervous system function so the body can create more favorable conditions for the baby to move naturally.

Many expecting mothers seek prenatal chiropractic care to support pelvic alignment and nervous system balance, which may help create optimal conditions for fetal positioning. Care may include the Webster Technique. To be clear about what it does: it does not turn the baby. It reduces pelvic tension and imbalance so the baby has the room to move into a more favorable position naturally.

Physically: low back pain, pelvic and hip discomfort, sciatica, pubic symphysis dysfunction, round ligament pain, postural strain, headaches and reduced mobility. Neurologically: pregnancy places unique demands on the nervous system, and reducing mechanical stress may support regulation and adaptability. Many patients also seek care to help manage physical tension related to stress, anxiety, sleep disturbance and emotional overwhelm. Supporting spinal and pelvic balance during pregnancy can also help the body transition more smoothly after birth.

Yes. Pediatric chiropractic care uses very gentle, age-appropriate techniques to support a child’s developing spine and nervous system. Parents often bring infants and children in for support with colic, reflux symptoms, feeding challenges, torticollis, sleep difficulties, posture concerns and overall wellness.

Yes. Breastfeeding and latch are part of the conversation at your postpartum visit. The hands-on assessment of baby’s latch, sucking, and tongue, lip, cheek and jaw movement happens at baby’s own infant visit, where care for oral ties, including tongue-ties, lip-ties and cheek-ties, is also provided. This care supports comfortable feeding and healthy breathing function, including the use of baby’s nasal airways. When it is a classic tie that needs further care, we refer you to the right provider.

Because care is highly detailed, gentle and responsive to the baby’s cues. These visits include a thorough review of pregnancy, birth history, feeding patterns, sleep and developmental milestones, plus time to observe movement, posture and nervous system responses. Infant care is never rushed. Babies may need breaks for feeding, soothing, diaper changes or comfort, and care is always performed at the baby’s pace. Additional time is spent educating parents and providing guidance on positioning, feeding support, car seat and carrier ergonomics, and developmental considerations.

Not routinely, and rarely at all. Radiographs are only considered when there is a specific clinical indication, and they are always discussed with you before anything is taken.

Yes. Our pediatric care includes boys and girls from birth through the teen years. Our women-only focus applies to adult patients, so as boys grow into adulthood, Dr. Rhee refers them to a trusted colleague who continues their care.

Care plans are individualized based on your concerns, goals and how your body responds. Some patients seek short-term care; others choose ongoing wellness care. Recommendations are always discussed openly.

Initial visits are longer to allow time for assessment and consultation, and include your first adjustment. Your Report of Findings, with your care plan and its cost, comes on the second visit. Follow-up visits are typically shorter and focused on care and progress. Visits for infants under one year are extended.

Chiro Mamas is a direct-pay practice: you pay for your visits at the time of care, and we don’t bill insurance companies. Superbills are available upon request for patients who wish to submit to insurance for potential reimbursement. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.

Every fee is published on our Fees & Packages page. Pricing is also discussed before care begins. Transparency is always prioritized.

Your 20-minute phone consultation is free. If you decide to move forward, a $50 non-refundable reservation fee, taken at the end of that call, secures your first in-office appointment. If you book your first visit online without a call, the non-refundable reservation fee is $75. Either way, the fee goes toward the cost of your first visit.

No. Fees vary depending on the type of patient and the care provided. See the full fee schedule for detailed pricing by patient type and visit.

Yes. ChiroPack10 (buy 10 spinal adjustments, receive 1 free) and ChiroPack25 (buy 25, receive 3 free) are available for adult, pediatric and infant or complex-case spinal adjustments. Packs cover spinal adjustments only. HSA or FSA funds may be used. Superbills for insurance reimbursement are not available for discounted package plans.

We require at least 24 business hours’ notice for any cancellation or reschedule. For Monday appointments, we need to be notified by the preceding Friday, or you can make the change yourself in your JaneApp account, which is open 24 hours a day, including weekends. This policy also applies to holidays or any days off by the doctor, which are always communicated ahead of time. Missed appointments without proper notice may be charged a fee. Emergencies are handled case by case.