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4 Reasons Newborns Need Chiropractic Adjustments

Did you know that newborns need chiropractic adjustments? In fact, research has shown that newborns who receive chiropractic care have better overall health, including improved sleep patterns and stronger immune systems.

The Birth Process and Newborn Misalignments

The birthing process is an amazing feat of nature, but it’s also a very physically demanding event. In fact, it’s not uncommon for newborns to experience misalignments in their spine and other joints as a result of the delivery process.

While these misalignments may seem minor, they can actually have a big impact on your baby’s health and well-being. That’s why it’s so important to have your newborn checked by a chiropractor soon after birth.

Signs That Your Baby was Affected During Delivery

There are a few signs that may indicate that your baby was affected during the delivery process and could benefit from chiropractic care. These include:

Excessive crying

Irritability

Difficulty breastfeeding

Colic

Reflux/spitting up

Sleep disturbances

If you notice any of these signs in your newborn, it’s a good idea to bring them in for a chiropractic evaluation.

4 Reasons Newborns Need Chiropractic Adjustments

There are many benefits to having your newborn adjusted by a chiropractor. Here are four reasons why your newborn should see a chiropractor:

1. Newborns often experience birth trauma, which can cause misalignments in the spine

As we mentioned, the birthing process is a physically demanding event, and it’s not uncommon for newborns to experience misalignments in their spine as a result.

These misalignments can cause a variety of health problems, including difficulty breastfeeding, colic, reflux, and sleep disturbances.

A chiropractic adjustment can help to correct these by gently realigning the spine. This can often provide relief from these problems and help your baby to feel more comfortable.

2. Chiropractic adjustments can help improve newborn breathing and digestion

Because the nervous system controls all of the body’s functions, misalignments in the spine can actually interfere with the way that the nervous system works. This can lead to problems with breathing and digestion.

Chiropractic adjustments can help to improve these by restoring normal nerve function. This, in turn, can help your baby to breathe and digest more efficiently.

3. Newborns who receive regular chiropractic care tend to be healthier and less fussy

Research has shown that babies who receive regular chiropractic adjustments tend to be healthier overall. They also tend to cry less, sleep better, and have a stronger immune system.

When a baby is adjusted, it helps their nervous system to function more effectively, which leads to improved overall health.

4. Chiropractic care is gentle, safe, and effective

Chiropractic care is a gentle, natural approach to healthcare that is safe for both babies and adults. It is a drug-free way to help your baby feel their best.

It is effective because of its ability to remove interference in the nervous system, which allows the body to heal itself.

If you are looking for a safe and effective way to care for your newborn, chiropractic care is a great option. It is gentle, natural, and has many benefits for both babies and adults.

Risks of Not Seeking Treatment

Some health concerns, particularly those affecting the spine or nervous system, may continue to influence a child’s health and development as they grow.

Although many hope that children will simply outgrow certain problems because of the body’s remarkable ability to adapt, this isn’t always the case.

Instead, the body may adapt to the underlying issue. While these changes can help a baby continue to function, they may also place additional strain on other areas of the body over time.

Addressing these concerns early may help support healthier development and reduce the likelihood of these changes becoming long-term patterns.

For this reason, regular chiropractic checkups may help support healthy nervous system function and overall balance, providing a stronger foundation for your child’s health and development as they grow.

Treatment Beyond Newborn Years

While it is essential to have your newborn checked by a chiropractor, it is also important to continue chiropractic care as they grow.

As your child begins to walk, run, and play, their bodies go through a lot of wear and tear. This can lead to misalignments in the spine, which can cause a variety of health problems.

“Well-child” chiropractic visits should occur at the same time as your baby’s “well-child” pediatric visits, as well as when certain physical milestones are reached:

Holding up the head

Rolling over

Sitting with support

Sitting without support

Getting on hands and knees

Crawling

Pulling up to stand

Walking and running

A visit is also recommended if a child experiences a delay in reaching a milestone, skips a milestone, or does not reach a milestone as expected.

Make an Appointment with Whole Family Chiropractic

At Whole Family Chiropractic, we are committed to providing gentle, natural care for the whole family. We offer a variety of services, including chiropractic care for newborns, infants, children, and adults.

To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, contact us today!