As parents, we’re constantly navigating the unknown, seeking answers and solutions for our children’s well-being. One of the most daunting challenges many of us face is understanding autism and its causes. With autism rates skyrocketing, affecting 1 in 36 children today, it’s important that we look into the factors contributing to this complex condition.

A food intolerance occurs when your digestive system has difficulty breaking down a particular food, which can also be referred to as food sensitivity. Essentially, your gut is sensitive to certain foods and, in some cases, seemingly can’t tolerate them. When your child consumes these foods, they may experience uncomfortable symptoms like gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

Have you ever wondered why a colicky infant can’t calm down and be soothed? Why is it so hard to redirect a wound-up toddler or young child in the middle of a meltdown? Or why a child with Autism, ADHD, and anxiety struggles for so long to calm and regulate in certain situations? Or how about you, mom and dad – do you ever feel like your heart is constantly racing, your stress levels are maxed out 24/7, and you can’t fall asleep?

For countless overstressed parents in today’s world, no matter how hard they try to prioritize sleep, regularly attend yoga classes, download another meditation app on their phone, or counteract their constant stress with things like magnesium, melatonin, and now maybe even an infrared sauna and daily cold plunges, they still struggle with nonstop stress.

Cyclic vomiting syndrome is characterized by episodes of severe vomiting, sometimes without an obvious cause. Sometimes they seem to be brought on by stress, weather changes, allergies, etc. These episodes can last for hours or days and alternate with symptom-free periods. Cyclic vomiting syndrome can range in severity but is usually diagnosed in children between the ages of 3 to 7. The syndrome can be difficult to diagnose because vomiting is a symptom of many other disorders. Since there is not always a clear cause or the trigger is a part of everyday life, it is very hard to treat or avoid these episodes from occurring with traditional medication.

Seasonal allergies, also known as hay fever or allergic rhinitis, are allergic reactions that occur during specific times of the year. They are triggered by environmental factors such as pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. While anyone can develop seasonal allergies, children are at more risk since their immune system is still developing.

As parents and dedicated pediatric chiropractors, we have witnessed the struggles that countless children face – battles against unresolved anxiety, poor sleep, low immunity, and inflammation, despite the tireless efforts of you parents striving to support your child’s health. This struggle leaks into their behavior, marked by frequent meltdowns and an inability to self-calm or regulate. These persistent challenges may be indicative of a constant activated stress response causing struggles for their delicate nervous systems.

Neurological healing is no easy task. Nor is it normally a linear, straightforward path. In fact, it’s most commonly quite the opposite, going through multiple stages and phases on its way to optimal healing and outcomes.

The first challenge parents and patients face when trying to determine whether or not things are moving in the right direction with neurological healing is that the process is the stark contrast opposite of traditional medical treatment. Every single component of the medical system is designed not with healing in mind, but with suppressing, stopping, and shutting things down as the ultimate goal.

We bring a very unique approach to health care not offered by any other kind of practitioner. We are not only distinctly different from traditional pediatricians and medical doctors, but we also differ from natural medicine, functional medicine, wellness doctors, and traditional movement-based therapies like PT and OT. 

What makes pediatric chiropractic most unique is our 100% focus on the central and autonomic nervous systems. The nervous system is an intricate network that encompasses the brain, brainstem, spinal cord, and millions of nerves that branch from the NeuroSpinal network to every tissue, organ, and cell in the body. 

As parents, the well-being of our children is our top priority, so we are always trying to stay informed about the choices we make for their health. Today, we dive into a topic that affects countless families – the use of antibiotics in infants and young children. Antibiotics can play a pivotal role in saving lives, but as parents, we must be aware of their potential impact on our children’s health. This blog aims to empower and educate on the far-reaching effects of antibiotics.

The human body is a complex and highly organized system, and at the center of all these functions is the nervous system. This remarkable system plays a crucial role in our daily lives, regulating everything from our heartbeat and breathing to our thoughts and emotions – it is air traffic control of all the other major bodily systems. 

One of the key components of the nervous system is the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), which is responsible for the body’s rapid response to various situations.  Your sympathetic nervous system kicks into gear when you’re stressed, in danger, or doing something physical. It makes your heart beat faster, helps you breathe better, sharpens your vision, and puts the brakes on things like digestion. 

Croup is an infection of the upper airway that primarily affects young children, especially those between 6 months to 3 years old. It’s characterized by distinctive symptoms such as a barking cough, hoarse voice, and labored breathing, which tends to worsen at night. 

The Vagus Nerve, also known as the tenth cranial nerve or CN X, is the longest nerve in the body and plays a crucial role in the function of the autonomic nervous system. It extends from the brainstem down to various organs, including the heart, lungs, and digestive system. Responsible for regulating essential bodily functions like heart rate, digestion, and breathing, it also influences emotional and cognitive processes. 

With the insider tips and tricks that I've been able to share with hundreds of patients, you can tackle motherhood feeling like a whole new person. You'll be the kind of mom who can handle anything that comes your way, all while exuding a sense of mystical energy. You'll be able to sleep without constant anxiety and stress and without the tension that so many moms feel in the "mom zone" - the area between your shoulders and at the base of your neck. I’m going to dig into the causes of this stress and tension and how to alleviate it so that you can be the best mom possible.

Are you a new parent struggling with a colicky baby?  Does it feel like your little one is constantly crying, arching their back, and having difficulty sleeping and soothing? If so, you are not alone, and this blog is here to provide you with valuable insights and natural solutions to tackle infantile colic head-on. 

Growing pains, a term coined for the aches and discomfort experienced during childhood growth, are a common occurrence affecting many children. However, these pains often remain misunderstood or misdiagnosed due to their elusive nature.

Imagine a world where your child no longer has to endure the relentless struggles of seasonal allergies – the constant congestion, irritation, and the endless cycle of medications with their undesirable side effects. What if you could delve deeper and unearth the true underlying cause of seasonal allergies, going beyond the conventional opinions of pediatricians and even holistic health practitioners? If you’ve exhausted every avenue, from over-the-counter medications to natural remedies, and still find your child suffering, then this is tailored specifically for you.

When this remarkable nerve faces dysfunction, it sets the stage for a cascade of neurological challenges, some of which might be more familiar than you think. The scientific evidence is compelling – Vagus Nerve Disorders and Dysfunction are closely tied to a range of neurological conditions in children. Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Anxiety, and even Epilepsy or Seizures are just a few examples. But how does this connection work?

The brain has a specific role in focus and learning. There are different areas in the brain that do different things. When we think about a six-year-old that is struggling to sit still, we don’t often think of the brain having an on/off switch, but it actually does and it’s called the limbic system.  

The INSiGHT Scans are about finding, tracking, and understanding if subluxation and dysautonomia are present. And if they are, we need to know two things about them: 

1. How significant or severe (mild, moderate, severe, or intensive)? 

2. Where within the neurospinal system are things primarily located (tracking, targeting)? 

When too much tension and stress is stuck in one specific area of the neurospinal system, it helps us better understand why certain symptoms and conditions may be present. Additionally, running the INSiGHT Scans as part of a wellness checkup and before any symptoms may be present helps us predict and get ahead of potential trouble later.