Did you know what you FEEL is what your baby feels as well?
When mom experiences stress: the body releases stress hormones that can cross the placenta, impacting the baby’s environment. The goal during pregnancy should be to cultivate a calm and positive environment. Physical stress can alter pelvic balance leading to discomforts and nervous system interference which can impact the baby’s positioning and growth. Chiropractic care utilizes […]
3 Simple Steps to Long Term Health of Our Kids
Similar to laying down a foundation for a house, the nervous system works in stages. The most important steps are being able to eat and sleep well, and pooping with ease. This may sound simple, but here’s why they make all the difference: Eat Having head and neck control supports the rooting reflex, and activates the muscles […]
What is Recommended During The Postpartum Period?
STRUCTURE DETERMINES FUNCTION Postpartum chiropractic care is crucial for allowing the nervous system to adapt easier to motherhood. Babywearing Skin to skin and baby wearing is important for milk supply, bonding with your little one, and encourages regulation of the nervous system. Nourishment Nourishing the body through foods, broths, and teas allow for bringing back […]
How to Achieve Optimal Positioning During Pregnancy?
Throughout pregnancy, the growing body tries to adapt to the weight gain, increase of hormones, and the postural changes that follow. These postural changes increase the risk of sacral/pelvic imbalance at any given time. The bones of the pelvis and the supportive network of ligaments, tendons, muscles, and associated nerves are all under constant pressure […]
Webster Technique in Ashburn
At Safe Haven, we see lots of moms and babies. We are certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics and Webster Technique certified to care for moms throughout pregnancy and postpartum. The Webster Technique is gentle and promotes comfort during pregnancy, helps manage any low back pain or pelvic/pubic symphysis pain, SPD, and helps keep […]
Reflux in Babies: How To Help
“HOW MUCH REFLUX IN BABIES IS TOO MUCH?” Ask any new mom, and she’ll tell you her goals for her baby are pretty straightforward – make sure they are comfortable, eating well, sleeping well, and are able to get the nutrients they need to grow and develop properly. But when onesies, bibs, and their mom’s […]
Lip and Tongue Ties
Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTS) can consist of either a tongue tie (where the thin piece of skin under a baby’s tongue restricts movement of the tongue) or where the upper lip is restricted due to being anchored to the gum. This thin membrane of tissue should undergo cell death during embryonic development but in some […]
How can Chiropractic care help during pregnancy?
Many women seek chiropractic care for musculoskeletal complaints, such as low back pain. The Webster Technique is utilized to address sacral misalignments in order to balance pelvic structure. Chiropractic care in pregnancy is vital to the normal physiological function of both the mother and baby throughout pregnancy and labor. Tense muscles and ligaments can cause […]
What is an Insight Scan?
While traditional medicine relies primarily on symptoms and looks for obvious pathology on standard exams like blood work, MRIs, and EEGs, our network of trained Pediatric Experience Doctors use an incredible piece of technology called the INSiGHT neuroTECH that accurately assesses the health and function of the Central Nervous System. Now when we get into things like technology […]
Why are SO many kids sick today?
It’s honestly been a long time since I can remember a child presenting to our clinic with just one singular health challenge or condition. It comes down to this one thing called a subluxation. The colicky infant most commonly has difficulty nursing, digestive issues, and sleep challenges. Soon that infant then starts to suffer from […]
