Perinatal Care · Gilbert, Arizona

Your body is doing
something extraordinary.
Let us support it.

Neurologically-focused chiropractic care for pregnancy — Webster Technique certified, gentle throughout every trimester, and designed to help your body do what it already knows how to do.

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You deserve more than "that's normal"

Pregnancy is beautiful.
It doesn't have to hurt this much.

You've probably been told that discomfort in pregnancy is just part of it. And while some changes are inevitable, a lot of what women are told to simply endure is actually addressable — with the right kind of support.

We don't just manage symptoms. We look at how your nervous system and pelvis are functioning, and we support them in doing their job — which is preparing your body for birth.

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Dr. Joshua Burckhard, Whole Health Chiropractic

"We see pregnancy not as a condition to be managed, but as one of the most important windows of health in a family's life. That's where our care begins."

— Dr. Josh & Dr. Jess Burckhard

Trimester by trimester

What we support at
every stage of pregnancy.

Pregnancy changes your body differently in each trimester — and our care changes with it. Here's what we're paying attention to as you move through each phase.

1st Trimester

Laying the foundation as everything shifts

The first trimester is when your body begins its most dramatic hormonal changes — including the release of relaxin, which begins loosening ligaments and joints in preparation for what's ahead. This is also when many women experience their first back and pelvic discomfort, often before they even look pregnant. Early chiropractic care helps your pelvis and spine adapt to these changes from the start, establishing a foundation that supports the months ahead.

Pelvic alignment Hormonal adaptation Nervous system support Nausea & headaches
2nd Trimester

Supporting comfort as your center of gravity changes

As your belly grows, your center of gravity shifts forward — changing the way load is distributed through your spine, hips, and pelvis. Round ligament pain, mid-back tension, and the early onset of sciatica are common in this trimester. Webster Technique care helps maintain pelvic balance, reduce tension on the uterine ligaments, and keep your nervous system functioning at its best as your body does the extraordinary work of growing a baby.

Webster Technique Round ligament support Sciatic relief Postural adaptation
3rd Trimester

Preparing your body — and your baby — for birth

The third trimester is when pelvic alignment matters most. A pelvis that is balanced and moving freely gives your baby the best possible environment to settle into an optimal position for birth. Webster Technique care in the third trimester has been associated with improved baby positioning and is often recommended by midwives and OBs who understand its value. We also work to ensure your body is as prepared as possible for the physical demands of labor — so you can begin that experience with everything working in your favor.

Baby positioning Birth preparation Pelvic floor support Labor readiness

What we address

Common concerns we
help with during pregnancy.

These aren't conditions to endure. They're signals from your body that it could use some support — and most of them respond well to neurologically-focused chiropractic care.

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Low back & sacral pain

One of the most common pregnancy complaints — and one of the most responsive to chiropractic care. We address the underlying mechanical causes, not just the discomfort.

Pelvic girdle pain

Instability and pain at the front or back of the pelvis, often made worse by walking or turning in bed. Pelvic alignment work can make a significant difference.

Sciatica

Sharp, burning, or radiating pain down the leg — often dismissed but genuinely debilitating. We assess what's contributing and address it directly.

Round ligament pain

Sharp twinges in the lower abdomen as the uterine ligaments stretch. Reducing tension in the pelvis and surrounding structures can reduce how often and how severely this occurs.

Rib & mid-back tension

As the ribcage expands to accommodate your growing uterus, the mid-back and ribs can become a significant source of discomfort. Often overlooked, almost always addressable.

Headaches & neck tension

Postural changes during pregnancy frequently contribute to upper back and neck tension — which can drive headaches. Spinal support here often helps significantly.

Baby positioning

A balanced pelvis gives a baby the room to move into an optimal position for birth. Webster Technique care is specifically designed to support this.

Sleep difficulty

Pain that wakes you up, hips that ache no matter your position — improving musculoskeletal comfort during pregnancy often has a direct and meaningful impact on sleep.

The Webster Technique

The gold standard for
chiropractic care during pregnancy.

The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment focused on the sacrum and pelvis. Developed by Dr. Larry Webster and refined through decades of clinical use, it is designed to reduce sacral misalignment and the associated tension in the muscles and ligaments of the pelvis — creating an environment of greater balance and freedom of movement.

When the pelvis is balanced, the uterus and its supporting ligaments can function with less tension. This matters for comfort throughout pregnancy. It also matters for how a baby positions as birth approaches.

Webster
Certified — both Dr. Josh and Dr. Jess hold Webster Technique certification through the ICPA, the credentialing body for this work.
ICPA
Members — the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, which sets the standard for perinatal chiropractic training and practice.
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Dr. Jessica Burckhard, Webster Technique certified
Webster Certified
Both doctors · ICPA credentialed · 20 years perinatal experience

Your doctors

Both trained. Both
ready for this.

Pregnancy care at Whole Health is provided by both Dr. Josh and Dr. Jess — equally trained, equally experienced, and equally committed to your comfort and your birth outcome.

Dr. Jessica Burckhard
Dr. Jessica Burckhard
DC · CACCP · Webster Certified · Perinatal Certified · ICPA

A chiropractor and a mother who has supported hundreds of pregnant women over 20 years. Her care is gentle, attentive, and deeply informed by both clinical training and lived experience of pregnancy and birth.

CACCP — Pediatric Certified by the Academy Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics
Webster Certified since 2011
ICPA Member · 20 years perinatal focus
Dr. Joshua Burckhard
Dr. Joshua Burckhard
DC · CACCP · Webster Certified · Perinatal Certified · ICPA

A chiropractor and a father who brings genuine awe and clinical precision to pregnancy care. He is amazed, every time, by what the body does during pregnancy — and that wonder informs how carefully he approaches supporting it.

CACCP — Pediatric Certified by the Academy Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics
Webster Certified · Perinatal Certified Member
20 years perinatal & pediatric focus

Both doctors care for pregnant patients. We actively encourage you to build a relationship with both over the course of your pregnancy — and many patients tell us that seeing each doctor at different points gave them a more complete picture of how their body was adapting.

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Your first visit

What to expect when
you come see us.

We see pregnant patients at every stage of pregnancy, from the first trimester onward. Here's what your first visit looks like.

We start with your story

A thorough, unhurried intake

We want to understand your pregnancy so far — how your body is feeling, what's been difficult, what you're hoping for between now and your birth, and what kind of birth experience you're working toward. That context shapes everything we do.

Then we assess

A full evaluation — modified for pregnancy

We assess your spine, pelvis, and nervous system function with techniques specifically adapted for pregnancy. Nothing we do is uncomfortable or unsafe. If anything feels unexpected, we stop and explain before continuing.

Then we talk

A clear plan you actually understand

You'll leave knowing what we found, what we think it means for your pregnancy and birth preparation, and what care looks like going forward. We build a plan around your goals and your schedule — not a template.

Common questions

What pregnant women
ask us most often.

Yes — and it is specifically safe when provided by a chiropractor trained in prenatal care. We use pregnancy-adapted techniques throughout, including adjusting tables with cutouts designed to accommodate a growing belly. The Webster Technique, which we use in every pregnancy case, was developed specifically for pregnant women and has a long track record of safety. Both Dr. Josh and Dr. Jess are Webster Technique certified and ICPA trained.
There is no wrong time to start — and earlier is generally better. Starting in the first trimester allows us to support your body as it makes its most rapid changes, and to establish pelvic balance from the beginning. That said, we see patients starting care at any trimester, including the third trimester when birth preparation becomes the primary focus. Wherever you are in your pregnancy, we'd love to meet you.
Absolutely. OBs and midwives are experts in monitoring the health of your pregnancy and managing the medical aspects of birth — and they're exceptional at what they do. Chiropractic care during pregnancy addresses something different: how your musculoskeletal system and nervous system are functioning and adapting. These approaches work beautifully together. Many of our patients are referred to us directly by their midwives. If you'd like, we're happy to coordinate with your provider.
This is one of the most common reasons families seek us out in the third trimester, and it's a reasonable one. Webster Technique care works to reduce tension in the pelvis and the ligaments supporting the uterus — which can create more space and freedom for a baby to settle into an optimal position. We are careful not to claim that we "turn babies," because we don't manually move a baby. What we do is remove restrictions in the pelvis that may be limiting your baby's ability to move into the best position on their own. Many families and providers report very positive outcomes with this approach.
It depends on where you are in your pregnancy, what we find in your assessment, and what your goals are. Many patients who start early come monthly in the first and second trimesters, increasing to every two to three weeks in the third trimester as birth preparation becomes a priority. We'll give you an honest recommendation at your first visit and adjust it as your pregnancy progresses — never more than we think is genuinely helpful.
Yes — completely. Both Dr. Josh and Dr. Jess are Webster Technique certified and CACCP credentialed. Either doctor is fully equipped to provide your pregnancy care from the first trimester through birth preparation. We encourage patients to get to know both doctors over the course of their pregnancy, and many tell us it was one of the best decisions they made — each of us notices different things and brings a different perspective to a case.

When you're ready

Your body already knows
how to do this. Let us help it.

Dr. Josh and Dr. Jess are both accepting new pregnancy patients. Whatever trimester you're in, we'd love to be part of your care team.

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