Why Cary House?

We are a collaborative, trauma informed space founded by birth workers and mothers; we don’t just know pregnancy, labor and postpartum, we know how to help navigate the system for positive experiences/outcomes and support the body during its transitions.

Here at Cary House our practitioners work together to help families find their way to feeling grounded and strong in their bodies while creating community to feed the soul.

What Do We Treat?

We support a wide range of symptoms and conditions. Our list below highlights some of the most common concerns we treat. Much of what we do is specialized to each body for individualized care with lasting results.

For best practice and to help empower families around options, we have broken down which treatments provide relief for specific needs when booking.

To empower families with their options, we’ve broken down which treatments provide relief for specific needs:

Massage (m) | Chiropractic (c) | Acupuncture (a) | Pelvic Floor PT (p) | Mental Health Therapy (MH)

  • Prenatal massage is safe when performed by a therapist trained in pregnancy massage, with positioning, support, and pressure tailored to your stage of pregnancy.

    At Cary House, we offer specialized prenatal massage using a custom table and side-lying positioning for comfort and support.

    For those 38 weeks and beyond, er also offers a specialized labor-preparation treatment incorporating acupressure and Clary Sage oil, with techniques partners can learn to use at home.

    This treatment is designed to support your body as it prepares for labor when the time is right.

  • Whole Nine Wellness offers specialized abdominal massage designed to support the body’s healing after pregnancy loss.

    Using warmth, essential oils, and Reiki, these treatments provide nurturing, whole-body support during a delicate time, helping you reconnect with your body and find a greater sense of comfort and ease.

  • Yes. Whole Nine Wellness offers specialized C-section scar mobilization as part of our postpartum bodywork.

    Using targeted abdominal massage, we work to improve mobility around the scar tissue, support circulation, and ease tightness and pulling so you can feel more comfortable in your body as you heal.

  • Absolutely. While the childbearing continuum is our specialty, we also work with clients navigating fertility, pregnancy loss, and postpartum recovery, even years later.

    Whether you're recovering from a sports injury, looking to ease muscle tension, or simply in need of a deeply relaxing massage, our table is for you.

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  • Symptoms can include urinary leaking, frequent or urgent urination, constipation, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, or a feeling of pressure or heaviness in the pelvis.

    These concerns are common, but they aren't something you have to simply live with.

    Pelvic floor physical therapy with Dr. Christy can help identify what's contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalized treatment plan.

  • Not at all. Pelvic floor physical therapy can benefit women at every stage of life, from preventative care before pregnancy to postpartum recovery and beyond.

    It can also help address concerns like urinary leaking, pelvic pain, painful intercourse, and core weakness — whether you've given birth or not.

  • Yes. Pain with intimacy is common, but it isn't something you have to live with. Pelvic floor physical therapy can help address muscle tension, pelvic pain, and other underlying causes to support greater comfort and confidence with intimacy.

  • Yes - pelvic floor physical therapy is often recommended by OBs and midwives as part of prenatal care.

    Dr. Christy tailors each session to your stage of pregnancy and individual needs, using gentle, targeted techniques to support your comfort and pelvic floor health.

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COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • Absolutely. Cary House offers chiropractic care for the whole family, not just during pregnancy.

    Dr. Alana works with adults experiencing back and neck pain, headaches, TMJ discomfort, sciatica, and hip or shoulder dysfunction.

  • Pediatric chiropractic care uses a gentler approach than adult adjustments, with no forceful popping or cracking.

    For infants, Dr. Alana can assess concerns such as head tilt, musculoskeletal tension, and movement difficulties.

    For older children, care may help address posture concerns, neck and back discomfort, and strains from sports or everyday activities.

    Every child’s needs are different, and concerns like feeding difficulties, excessive fussiness, or missed developmental milestones should also be discussed with their pediatrician.

  • The spine, pelvis, and nervous system all play important roles in how your body functions.

    Chiropractic care focuses on spinal mobility, pelvic alignment, and reducing musculoskeletal tension, which may help support comfort and overall well-being during the fertility journey.

    Dr. Alana takes an individualized approach to care for both partners, helping them feel more balanced and supported as they navigate this stage of life.

    Chiropractic care can complement a broader fertility wellness plan, including IVF and other treatments.

  • The Webster Technique focuses on balancing the pelvis and reducing tension in the surrounding muscles and ligaments.

    At Cary House, Dr. Alana uses this approach to support optimal fetal positioning by helping create a more balanced environment for your growing baby.

    While it does not directly turn a breech baby or guarantee a change in position, it may help support pelvic balance throughout pregnancy.

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  • Acupuncture needles are hair-thin, and most people experience little to no discomfort.

    You may feel a slight pinch or a gentle sensation as the needles are placed. Many people find their treatments deeply relaxing.

  • Hormone regulation, egg quality, uterine lining - plus a dedicated pre-transfer protocol 24–48 hours before IVF transfer to support implantation.

    Amelia also addresses what's underneath: PCOS, endometriosis, irregular cycles.

  • Depends on what we're treating. Morning sickness often shifts in a few weekly visits; fertility follows a planned series. Amelia maps out a specialized treatment plan with you at visit one.

  • Yes, in the hands of someone trained in prenatal acupuncture.

    At Cary House, Amelia tailors each treatment to your stage of pregnancy and individual needs, avoiding or modifying specific acupuncture points as appropriate.

    Her specialized approach ensures your care is thoughtful, individualized, and appropriate for pregnancy.

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“Cary House is an exceptional resource for wellness and care at every stage of life in Buffalo, NY. We’ve taken advantage of their massage therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, pelvic floor services, and children’s educational offerings, and couldn’t be more pleased with our experiences. We continue to return for the quality of care and range of services they offer. ”

Booking & Personalized Care

We break down which treatments provide relief for specific needs. When booking, you’ll see which service is recommended for your symptom, empowering you to make informed decisions for your body and wellness journey.

    • Sciatica (m/c/a/p)

    • Migraines / Headaches (m/c/a)

    • TMJ (m/c/a)

    • Low Back Pain (m/c/a/p)

    • Frozen Shoulder (m/c/a/p)

    • Plantar Fasciitis (m/c/a/p)

    • Improved Athletic Performance (m/c/a/p)

    • Pelvic Alignment (m/c/p)

    • SI Pain (m/c/p)

    • Pubic Symphysis Discomfort (m/c/p)

    • Round Ligament Pain (m/c/p)

    • Breech / Transverse Baby (m/c/a/p)

    • Natural Induction Work (m/a)

    • Miscarriage / Loss (m/a/mh)

    • Postpartum Healing / Circulation (m/a/p/mh)

    • Caesarean Scar Mobilization (m)

    • Nausea (a)

    • Lymphatic Drainage (m/a/p)

    • Leg Cramps / Restless Leg (m/a/p)

    • Labor Preparation (m/c/a/p/mh)

    • Insomnia (m/c/a/p/mh)

    • Anxiety (m/c/a/p/mh)

    • Depression (m/c/a/p/mh)

    • Nervous System Regulation (m/c/a/p/mh)

    • Menopause (m/a/p/mh)

    • Peri-menopause (m/a/p)/mh

    • Amenorrhea (a)

    • Infertility (m/c/a/mh)