Can vitalistic beliefs affect birth outcomes?

The understanding of the complexity of PGP during pregnancy and its multifactorial nature and specifically the affect of pain on birth outcome is not entirely understood.

Musculoskeletal symptoms like lower back and pelvic pain are known to affect maternal functioning and well-being during pregnancy. They can persist postnatally and may influence birth outcomes such as the mode of birth, duration of labour, and pain experience. This implies that addressing and managing these symptoms can be crucial for both the health of the mother and baby.

This presentation aims to discuss vitalistic beliefs, how women perceive pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy and the affect these factors may have on birth choices thus birth outcomes.

A summary of pelvic anatomy, pain affects in the brain and strategies during pregnancy to build confidence in women’s ability to birth will be covered.

Julie completed her nursing training at in Sydney in 1985. She went on to complete her midwifery training soon afterwards followed by certification in child and family health and childbirth education.

After many years of working as a midwife with mothers, fathers and babies Julie was inspired to study Chiropractic. while working in her husband Marks chiropractic office and witnessing the health changes people experienced.

In 2005 Julie completed her chiropractic degree and started adjusting families.

Although no longer a registered midwife Julie’s 25 years working with women and their babies has been invaluable in helping her serve the women and babies she cares for today.

Julie has two adult daughters Mia and Hanna.