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Here are the top five questions we hear most often regarding chiropractic care for kids:

1. What can pediatric chiropractic care help with? 
- torticollis + head position preference
- reflux + excessive spitting up
- gassiness + constipation
- plagiocephaly [ flat spots on head ]
- latching / feeding issues
- tongue / lip / buccal tie support
- ear infections + congestion + sinus congestion
- difficulty sleeping
- limited movements / mobility
- migraines + headaches
- bed wetting
- growing pains

2. Why does it work? 
When we adjust a child, we are directly impacting the central nervous system. The vagus nerve in particular [ located at the base of the skull ] influences many systems of the body including the digestive system. As a result when we adjust the upper cervical spine we see impacts downstream in the body!  

3. Is it safe?
Yes! Children's bones are softer and their joints are underdeveloped. When we adjust infants we use a very gentle pressure, similar to the pressure you would use to check the ripeness of an avocado or tomato at a grocery store! 

4. What is the activator? 
The activator is a tool we can use to adjust kiddos! It delivers an impulse at the speed of 1/1000 of a second. This allows us to adjust using high speed and very low force!
We are often adjusting busy KIDZ as they play - this tool allows us to do that! It is gentle + specific and we have a toy one for them to play with!

5. What is craniosacral therapy? 
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle technique used to release soft tissue tightness + tension in the fascia surrounding the brain + spinal cord.
The cranial bones overlap during the birth process to pass through the birth canal [ this happens regardless of delivery outcomes ]. CST helps guide these bones in the proper direction after birth.

*** As always don't hesitate to reach out with questions /// thoughts surrounding this topic! ***

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Hi [[leadFirstName]]

Hyperemesis gravidarum, or persistent nausea + vomiting during pregnancy can affect many women. Below we discuss our top 3 tips to combat this during pregnancy!

1. Adjustments

The nerves that exit out of the mid-back innervate [ talk to ] the stomach. When we adjust these segments in the spine, we can decrease symptoms of nausea + vomiting!
In addition, the involuntary innervation of the stomach comes from the vagus nerve! This nerve is located in the upper neck / base of the skull! It is responsible for the "rest, digest, protect" portion of the digestive system!
Below is a diagram to show the relationship of the vagus nerve and the stomach / rest of the body! 
This may not make your nausea go away completely, but it can certainly help make it more manageable! 
Book Your Appointment HERE!

2. Herbal Supplements + Small, Frequent Meals

Certain herbs can be helpful for nausea + vomiting. In addition, eating small, frequent meals can help combat nausea + vomiting during your pregnancy. Try to eat well balanced meals with lots of veggies and try not to eat too late before bedtime! 
Below are two of our favorite herbal recommendations:
- peppermint [ try diffusing it at home using a diffuser like this one! ] 
 - ginger [ in raw form ]  

3. Acupuncture / Acupressure

Acupuncture and acupressure points stimulate the nervous system to relax. This can help regulate the digestive system and reduce symptoms of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy! 

Book Your Appointment HERE!

To your health,
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