f you’re thinking about getting pregnant, you’ve probably started focusing on things like nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle changes. But there’s one powerful (and often overlooked) way to prepare your body for pregnancy:

Preconception chiropractic care.

As a chiropractor specializing in women’s health and prenatal care, I often work with women before they conceive and the results can make a meaningful difference in how their bodies experience pregnancy (less symptoms that we have come to expect) and they health of their babies.

If you’re pregnant and dealing with aches, pains, or just feeling “off,” you’re not alone. But what many women don’t realize is that these symptoms are often linked to spinal and pelvic misalignment/subluxations and they can be addressed naturally.

Here are 7 powerful benefits of prenatal chiropractic care that every expecting mom should know.

Pregnancy brings many changes to the body, and chiropractic care can play an important role in supporting a healthier, more comfortable experience.

As the body changes, the spine and pelvis can experience increased stress and imbalance.

Chiropractic care helps support proper alignment and nervous system function, which may contribute to:

Sleep is one of the biggest challenges for new parents. If your baby is struggling to sleep, you may be wondering what’s causing it.

Sleep issues in infants can sometimes be linked to tension in the nervous system or an imbalance in sympathetic/parasympathetic tone, which is apart of our autonomic nervous system.

More families in Lutz are choosing a proactive approach to health and that’s where family wellness chiropractic care comes in.

Instead of waiting for symptoms to appear, wellness care focuses on supporting the body before problems develop.

Chiropractic care centers around the nervous system, which controls every function in the body, from sleep and digestion to movement and immune response.

If you’ve never been to a chiropractor for your baby, you might be wondering what actually happens during a visit.

An infant chiropractic visit is very different from what most people expect.

Colic can be one of the most stressful experiences for new parents. If your baby cries for long periods and nothing seems to help, you’re not alone.

Many parents in Tampa explore chiropractic care as a natural approach to supporting their babies with colic.

f you’ve been searching for a chiropractor for your child, you may be wondering: what’s the difference between a pediatric chiropractor and a regular chiropractor?

The biggest difference comes down to training, technique, and focus.

Many parents aren’t sure when to bring their baby to a chiropractor.

Here are five common signs:

One of the most common questions parents ask is whether chiropractic care is safe for infants.

The short answer is yes, when performed by a trained pediatric chiropractor, care is extremely gentle and specifically designed for babies.

Since summer has just begun, let’s talk about sunscreen! I recently came across an article discussing 5 specific things to avoid. We all know sunburns can sting, itch, and even cause painful blisters, which are no fun! 

This is a question I get a lot and as Emma approached 6 months, she was very interested in food and just cut her first tooth! These are some signs that she may be ready to start trying and I am going to go with the baby lead weaning approach, when that time comes.

I frequently quote the Weston A Price foundation for when and how to introduce foods and here is a synopsis.

When we think about how toxins impact the body, we don’t often consider the specific organs affected – one of which is the thyroid gland. Yet the thyroid is particularly susceptible to environmental toxins. It is part of our endocrine system and it has big repercussions for the estimated 20 million Americans dealing with thyroid issues.

The food industry has tricked millions into believing certain products are “good’ for you.

In reality, they're devastating our microbiomes – the 300-500 species of bacteria that boost our immunity, mood, brain function, and more. 

My journey through breastfeeding was like many others, tough. One of my biggest recommendations is to have an excellent IBCLC and if you are in the Tampa area, Tampa Breastfeeding and Lactation Center is it! I would not have been successful without them!

EARLY LABOR

Saturday night after getting power back at my house, mom helped me pack my things and move me back in. Towards the end of unpacking I started to have some very mild lower abdominal cramps around 10pm, which Emily (my midwife) told me would be how the start of labor felt.

Your liver is responsible for over 500 different functions in the body (1). It plays a role in blood clotting, produces cholesterol, stores important vitamins, and makes bile which is an essential component of your digestive system. Your liver also works around the clock to eliminate toxins.

Antioxidants are disease-fighting compounds that work around the clock to protect your health. More specifically, they protect your body from free radicals, little molecules that cause damage to healthy cells and even your DNA over time. Antioxidants can help you live a long and healthy life.

Scientists believe free radical damage plays a role in the development of many diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and more (1). This means antioxidants have an important role in your health.

While some thyroid conditions are genetic, you may be surprised to find out that there are environmental toxins that can lead to thyroid dysfunction. Fortunately, there are things that you can do that will help cleanse the toxins from your body. This article will help you understand some of the most destructive toxins and what you can do to fight against them.

According to a recent Touchtone Essentials article I read, when it comes to heavy metals and fatigue, the issue can go beyond regular tiredness. A buildup of heavy metals can cause fatigue by interfering with how the body produces energy at a cellular level. This can create a feeling of exhaustion that no amount of coffee can fix.