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Health begins before birth
Health begins before birth
Life is a miracle. Two cells become four and four become eight and so on until nine months later a perfect human being enters the world. This miracle unfolds perfectly–unless there is interference. This is why children benefit from chiropractic care before they are born, by having a mother who receives prenatal chiropractic checkups. A healthy diet, proper exercise, a stress-free environment, and a chiropractic lifestyle help prepare for a happy, healthy baby.

The birth process may be one of the most traumatic events of our lives.

Children enjoy their treatment
Children enjoy their treatment
Even so-called "natural" birthing methods can stress a still-developing spine. Without the language to explain, many newborns experience colic, unexplained crying, lack of appetite, frequent ear infections or other signs of poor health.  These can often be traced to irritation of the nervous system caused by a malfunctioning spine.

Head support, followed by crawling, and a baby's first few steps should be followed by chiropractic checkups. If neglected, the bumps and falls during this period of rapid growth may lead to serious spinal deformities later in life. This can set the stage for scoliosis, "growing pains," and a weakened immune system response.

Chiropractic adjusting techniques are modified to fit a child's size, weight, and unique spinal problem. Children enjoy their adjustments. Parents often report that their children seem healthier than other kids their age.

Additional research is available through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA)
 


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