It’s important to recognize that digestive health is a complex issue that requires a holistic approach. In addition to chiropractic care, factors such as diet, hydration, exercise, and stress management all play a role in promoting healthy bowel function.
Read MoreAs the world increasingly shifts towards natural, drug-free healthcare, many parents are seeking pediatric chiropractic care for their children. However, since this approach to health and neurologically-focused healing is relatively new, parents often feel overwhelmed and confused when they discover the various specialties within chiropractic care and try to understand the differences.
Read MoreAs parents, our top priority is making the best choices for our children’s health. Yet, in a world full of conflicting information and advice, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed or confused about what’s truly best. It’s okay to be confused, and it's okay to not have all the answers right away. In fact, embracing that uncertainty can be the first step toward finding a more holistic and informed approach to your child’s well-being.
Read MoreIt’s natural to want immediate results when seeking care for your child’s health. However, it’s essential to understand that the healing process doesn’t always yield instant results. In the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, he describes a key concept called “Latent Potential Plateau”, which refers to a period where progress may seem slow or stagnant, but behind the scenes, the body is preparing for more significant, lasting changes.
Read MoreNearly 20% of all pediatric outpatient visits result in an antibiotic prescription. While these powerful medications can be lifesaving in fighting off harmful bacteria, it’s crucial to understand how they work in your child’s body, especially in terms of how long they remain in their system.
Read MoreIn life, we often find ourselves trying to avoid the challenges that seem to overwhelm us, much like a herd of animals fleeing from a storm. However, the buffalo, has a unique response. Instead of running away, the buffalo runs directly into the storm. This bold approach allows the buffalo to move through the storm more quickly and with less damage. In the context of pediatric neurological challenges, such as autism or ADHD, this metaphor can be incredibly powerful. Families dealing with these conditions often face what feels like a “perfect storm” of neurological stress. It’s important to run toward it with the intention of addressing the root cause, rather than shying away from the overwhelming chaos by modifying the world around us.
Read MoreOne of the most important decisions as a parent is choosing the right doctor for your child. In today’s fast-paced world, with rising chronic health issues among children, it’s vital to have a healthcare provider who listens to your concerns and seeks the root cause of your child’s health challenges.
Read MoreWhen a person says something is impossible, it really means that it is more than they are willing to give up to achieve it. Consistency is key when it comes to staying proactive with health and healing. We try to make your chiropractic experience as efficient as possible, but we cannot see progress without the rhythm of pounding the stone.
Read MoreChoices we make daily and seasonally affect our immune system function. Although it seems impossible to resist the stresses imposed on us by the demands of our hectic society, we can reduce the effects these stresses have on our families’ health. Two important keys: The lifestyle choices we make that reduce ongoing stressors and what we do to help our bodies adapt to the incoming stressors.
Read MoreOur approach is to address the root cause of all dysfunction, and make safe and specific adjustments that help restore and rebuild optimal function and healing mechanisms within the body itself. The body is so intelligent and organized, when this natural drug-free form of healing happens, the first things to improve and going to be the “building blocks” of good health- sleep, digestion, immune response, movement, and so forth.
Read MoreChronic maternal stress negatively impacts various stages, as well as neurodevelopment of the baby. It is important to enhance stress resilience and promote healthy choices.
Read MoreMuch of life, is unpredictable. To do almost anything interesting is to put yourself into a situation where you can’t be sure what will happen next. Society continues to put restraints on opportunities for children to experience risky play, out of concern for safety. It is no surprise children today are suffering record levels from anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of helplessness, and poor physical fitness. Something stressful activates the sympathetic nervous system, so heart rate increases. Risky play helps to normalize physiological arousal so it is not itself a source of fear.
Read MoreWhy do so many of us feel like we're going 0 to 100 mph everyday? Why do so many of our children do the same. Lets dig into the science behind getting “STUCK” in stress mode, and how to get “DETOXED” if you are! Every day, there are changes or challenge that bring stress. It causes parents to become overwhelmed and even feel toxic under stress.
Read MoreChiropractic care removes obstructions in the nervous system and restores the neurological pathways necessary to ensure proper flow of blood and information, which has a positive effect on neuroplasticity. And what we see is that the life of a child improves.
Read MoreThe next time you wake up feeling stiff or sore and find yourself blaming your pillow or the way you slept, remember it’s more likely a sign of unresolved stress in your nervous system.
When it comes to addressing health issues, it’s crucial to recognize that the body prioritizes survival over everything else. This means that when faced with multiple health concerns, the brain will allocate its resources to the most pressing survival-related issues. This process isn't about neglecting other concerns, but rather ensuring that the most life-threatening conditions are managed first.
Many parents struggle with their children’s overstimulation while also trying to manage their own sensory needs. They often express feeling as though they’ve lost their patience, energy, and ability to cope with the daily challenges of family life. If this sounds familiar, you may be easily overstimulated, a state also known as sensory overload.
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