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10 Signs of Infant Birth Stress, Strain, and Trauma: And How to Get Help
Birth Trauma refers to injuries to a baby or mother that can happen during birth. For the purposes of this article, we will focus on the infant. Birth stress, strain, or trauma happens on a spectrum. On the severe end, it can mean things like a fractured bone, injured nerve or brain tissue, severe hemorrhage,…
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Plagiocephaly Awareness: 3 Reasons to spread the word!
Over the course of many years, I have become very passionate and concerned for infants who are having problems with their head shape and their neck function. Some have already been diagnosed with plagiocephaly
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Fussy Baby? 1 Activity, 10 Facts To Know
Uh-oh. It’s happening again. You feel like you’re losing your mind because your baby is fussy, screaming and crying. You think you’ve tried everything—and seemingly nothing has worked. But, have you tried the baby accordion activity?
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My Child Won’t Poop, What Should I Do?
My Child Is Constipated, what should I do? Is your child constipated? It can be scary if your child is not stooling. Constipation in a young child is very common and it can cause them pain. Poor diet, lack of water, bowel obstruction or bowel disease can cause constipation. Additionally, uncoordinated bowel muscle contractions (peristalsis)…
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Tongue Tie Surgery: 4 Ways Chiropractic Can Help
These days, there’s controversy surrounding infant tongue tie surgery. (“tongue tie” or “tethered oral tissue”). Also, it’s easy to assume that tethered oral tissue is causing the feeding problem—and that could be!
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The Impact of Birth Trauma on Breastfeeding: 4 Overlooked Causes
Can Birth Stress, Strain, and Trauma affect my baby’s ability to feed correctly? Unquestionably, cesarean surgery or assisted delivery can be a lifesaving procedure and we should respect those who perform these procedures. Hence, it’s easy to assume that a cesarean section or assisted delivery is “easier” and “safer”. But, in truth, the fetus can…
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Power, Passage and Passenger: 3 P’s in Labor you haven’t heard of!
Power, Passage and Passenger: 3 P’s in Labor you haven’t heard of! Are you having pain during pregnancy? These days women are seeking chiropractic care during pregnancy not only to treat their pain, without drugs, but also to increase the chance of having a more safe and easy delivery. The chiropractic Webster adjustment is designed…
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Might chiropractic care help you to continue breastfeeding?
You know your baby isn’t breastfeeding well. But there’s a lot you don’t know. Is it a latching problem? That’s possible. Is it a milk supply problem? Maybe. Is it a medical problem? Perhaps. Is it a musculoskeletal problem? You might never have considered that, but, yes, that’s a distinct possibility. Is it a…
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Is Pediatric Chiropractic Treatment Safe for my Baby?
Is Pediatric Chiropractic Treatment Safe for my Baby? Earlier, I addressed how parents frequently ask me if chiropractic care is safe for infants. Let me explain why pediatric chiropractic treatment is safe if it is correctly done by a qualified pediatric chiropractic physician. Is any baby too young to have safe chiropractic treatment? To my…
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5 Most Common Questions Parents Ask About Pediatric Chiropractic Care
5 Most Common Questions Parents Ask About Pediatric Chiropractic Care Understandably, parents have questions when they bring their newborn to any doctor visit. There are many reasons why parents seek my care for their baby; almost all are due to some sort of musculoskeletal (muscle and bone) issue. However, regardless of the reason for their…
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