Today I had a new patient, thirty-three weeks pregnant. The baby was breech and she wanted that to change.
When I asked her what made her choose my office, she said her current chiropractor referred her, since I am certified in the Webster Technique.
I then wanted to know her plan for birth. Would it be in a hospital? Would she choose an epidural? Would she be patient if her baby was overdue? That sort of thing.
I found myself in one of those right place, right time moments. I told her briefly how I said yes to an induction plus epidural with my first daughter, and a C-section with my second. I also let her know that when it came time for my third, I gave a middle finger to all of that stuff and had her at home in a pool, 10 days after her due date.
The third one was by far my favorite, for sure, so I definitely let her know that.
So, I did what I do as a chiropractor with optimism and sent her on her way.
I never know how quickly the outcomes will be, but things changed in that room and I cannot wait to see the results.
What I do know is that I was able to share my experience to make a difference in someone’s life today and that is what it’s all about!
Dr. Kim Thor was born and raised in Nebraska, receiving her education from Creighton University and Palmer College of Chiropractic. She is a second-generation chiropractor who has practiced in Norfolk, Nebraska, for 14 years. She is an author, a coach at The Chiropractor’s Journey, and an advocate for natural health care for children. To learn more, visitwww.drkimthor.com.
