Migraines are very painful and can be entirely debilitating most of the time. Unfortunately, migraines are included in the list of other uncomfortable pregnancy symptoms like bloating, cramps, swelling and restless legs. For some women, migraines are something they suffer from for the entire nine months of pregnancy. In fact, the further into the pregnancy they get, sometimes the more that the migraines increase. Understandably, these soon-to-be moms are desperate for some kind of relief that will not harm their unborn baby.
Usually, a primary care physician will suggest something like acetaminophen (Tylenol) or drinking caffeine (no more than four cups per day). It is recommended to get a doctor’s approval before attempting this and only to take the suggested dosage. It’s important for pregnant women to recognize that anything they ingest will go into their baby’s body. Using this method of pain relief may not work as well for some people. For example, caffeine could trigger a migraine and Tylenol may not even work at all.
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Alternative Ways to Care for Migraines
If you are looking for natural migraine relief, here are a few options to consider:
- Acupuncture
- Breathing exercises
- Massage
- Water aerobics
- Biofeedback
- Stretching exercises, such as Pilates
The goal behind each of these options is to alleviate the stress that is often the trigger for migraines. It is an excellent first choice to avoid stress as much as it is possible and focus on activities to reduce your stress, which can decrease migraines during pregnancy.
Another very practical way to cope with migraines is to lie down in a cool, dark room with something cool on your forehead and/or back of your neck. Practice keeping your mind relaxed and try falling asleep. If you are able to do this prior to the pain getting too intense, it could slow down the migraine and may even keep you from getting a severe migraine.
How Neck Alignment Is Connected to Migraines
A final and noteworthy alternative way of achieving relief for pregnant women with migraines is the use of upper cervical chiropractic care. In many cases, a misalignment, even as slight as ¼ of a millimeter, in the C1 or C2 vertebra can lead to the onset of migraines. This misalignment can easily be corrected by a gentle method that helps the bones to realign naturally. For many patients, this is all that is necessary to alleviate migraines and prevent future attacks. If you are interested in this completely natural and safe migraine treatment, make an appointment for a free consultation so we can discuss further how we can bring you the relief you have been looking for.
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