Prepare Your Body for Parenthood With Dr. Brian Betts

Dr. Brian Betts is a chiropractor at Minnesota Family Chiropractic and the CEO of Betts Family Chiropractic, serving individuals and families through a holistic approach to health. With more than 30 years of experience, he specializes in chiropractic care, corrective exercise, acupuncture, rehabilitation, nutrition, and nervous system health. Dr. Betts earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern College of Chiropractic and holds certifications in corrective exercise and acupuncture. At Minnesota Family Chiropractic, he is part of a faith-centered team focused on whole-person care.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

[2:05] Dr. Brian Betts on pregnancy-related changes and the partner’s role
[8:23] Why waiting for pain means waiting too long for help
[10:28] Preparing the body for pregnancy with chiropractic care
[13:32] What chronic stress does to fertility
[17:55] How chiropractic and acupuncture spark natural healing
[19:39] Truth about “God made foods” for hormone health
[23:25] The effects of a stressed nervous system on overall body regulation
[35:50] Real stories of chiropractic care, pregnancy, birth, and birth trauma

In this episode…

Preparing for parenthood often starts long before a positive pregnancy test, with the way both partners care for their bodies day to day. If stress, nutrition, and nervous system health all shape how well the body functions, what can couples do now to create a stronger foundation for conception and pregnancy?

According to Dr. Brian Betts, a chiropractor focused on whole-body care, the answer is to reduce stress and support the nervous system before trying to conceive. He compares the body to a car: poor fuel and chronic strain keep it from running well, while consistent chiropractic care, better nutrition, hydration, and healthier habits can help it “reboot” and function more effectively. For couples thinking about growing their family, his perspective shifts the focus from waiting for problems to appear to building healthier habits before pregnancy begins.

In this episode of the Align & Abide podcast, Dr. Kim Tran is joined by Dr. Brian Betts, chiropractor at Minnesota Family Chiropractic and the CEO of Betts Family Chiropractic, to discuss preparing your body for parenthood naturally. They explore nervous system regulation, stress before conception, and whole-food nutrition. Dr. Betts also shares advice on chiropractic care during pregnancy and supporting the body before and after birth.

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Quotable Moments

“So that’s why, under that stress, the infertility issue comes up because that’s not the thing to survive.”
“It’s an innate power that we all have inside of us that God gave us to heal ourselves.”
“You have to give the body what it needs to function properly, and all the processed foods and everything.”
“A one-time visit once every couple of months is not going to do the trick.”
“Again, it’s a whole reboot, and the body will then stop craving the bad things.”

Action Steps

Prepare both partners before conception: The episode emphasizes that both men and women should improve their health before trying to have a child.
Reduce chronic stress and support nervous system regulation: Managing physical, mental, and emotional stress can help the body function more effectively instead of remaining in a constant survival state.
Build your diet around whole foods: Choosing vegetables, fruits, meat, fish, healthy fats, nuts, and seeds provides the nutrients the body needs to function well.
Take a preventive approach to chiropractic care: Dr. Betts recommends consistent care rather than waiting until pain or other problems become severe before seeking help.
Set clear health goals and make sustainable lifestyle changes: Identifying what you want to improve can make it easier to address habits such as poor nutrition or smoking over time.

Sponsor for this episode:

This episode is brought to you by Minnesota Family Chiropractic, a wellness clinic founded and led by Dr. Kim Tran.

Dedicated to helping patients find lasting relief and vibrant health through chiropractic care, nutrition, and functional medicine, Minnesota Family Chiropractic is on a mission to transform lives — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Its Signature Wellness System focuses on whole-person care to address the root causes — not just the symptoms — so you can get back to living fully.

Ready to start your path toward better health? Visit MinnesotaFamilyChiropractic.com or call (612) 545-5672 to schedule your consultation and experience integrative, patient-centered care.