Breech babies and chiropractic care

 

BREECH BABY Breech means that the fetus is coming butt first in the womb.  Most physicians get really nervous delivering a baby in this position so will do a surgical birth.  Most moms I know are trying to avoid a surgical birth and so hearing that your baby is breech can be scary for them.   See below two ways Dr. Felicia and others can help assist mothers with breech babies.

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Webster Technique In chiropractic we use a technique called the "Webster Technique" to help assist breech babies to make their way head down.  For those of us who have been trained, like Dr. Felicia, it works well for a lot of those women.   Spinning Babies Spinning babies website originated here in the Twin Cities by Gail Tully.  She has some amazing tried and true techniques to helping babies rotate to an optimal position.  You can find her website HERE.

Bed Wetting

 

BED WETTING (aka Nocturnal Enuresis) Bed wetting is FAR more common in our kids than people talk about.  This is one area that can be a very complicated diagnosis and treatment or can be quite simple.  By the time I see these patients they have usually ruled out all sorts of things, and have tried so many things.   Chiropractic adjustments, in my office, have helped MANY kids with this issue.  Both boys and girls from 4-16 years of age.  Let me know if you have any questions!  If someone you know is struggling with this in their home please let them know about our office.     CopaCalm This product helps to calm your sympathetic nervous system.  Sometimes when we are running stressed all the time it makes it hard to urinate during the day.  It is a liquid and tastes great.   Reacted Magnesium Powder This product is so good at helping you get a restful sleep, calming your sympathetic nervous system, and can aid in bowel movements for some.  It is a powder with a great taste.

 

EAR INFECTIONS (aka Otitis Media) There is nothing worse than when you kids are sick.  It's hard not to feel helpless, but I want to give you ideas on things you can do at home.  When your kids have stuffy noses or ear infections you should: 1. Avoid dairy and sugar.  These will increase mucus production and cause it to thicken.   2. Get adjusted !  This will help tremendously to get the sinuses and ears to drain.   3. For ear pain try Mullein Garlic drops in the ears.  4. Kids: take D-Hist Jr and ViraKid,  Infants: FloraBoost.   5. Adults: take Sinatrol.

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ViraKid ViraKid is a booster of your immune system again viruses.  This works best when taken at first sign of a virus.   D-Hist Jr The NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) in this product will thin out mucus which helps the mucus to drain.

Constipation

 

CONSTIPATION Not moving your bowels daily can make you feel so crummy.  Pregnant women are particularly susceptible to constipation because their bowels slow down so they can absorb more nutrients for their growing baby.  That doesn't make it any less miserable.  That is also one of the possible causes for morning sickness.  Ways to help make sure you are going regularly:  1. Drink more water  2. Eat LOTS of fibrous vegetables 3. Eat most fruits 4. Avoid foods that thicken feces (for most people) such as bananas, pastas, cheese, etc 5. Get adjusted!  When your system is working properly then it's easier to go.  ;)

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Ready! Set! Go!  Ready! Set! Go! is the product I offer for children that are constipated.  It is a good tasting liquid that softens the feces and helps with peristalsis of the colon.  These together get things moving.  Super Aloe 250 Super Aloe 250 is the supplement I prescribe for the occasional issue with constipation in adults.  This supplement works wonders.  (Not to be used by pregnant women.)

 

TORTICOLLIS One of the symptoms I see most for infants in my office is a persistent head rotation or Torticollis.  I true torticollis has a rotation and lateral tipping of the head but both persistent  positions can cause major issues with the shape of the infant's skull, issues with eating and swallowing, and comfort in an infant.   Chiropractic adjustments, and cranial work can, when done together, can help significantly with the restoration of motion and head shape in your infant.   Next time you see an infant that looks similar to the sweet baby above let them know Chiropractic care can make a difference.   Schedule an Appointment Vitamin D3 with K2 Vitamin D, in nature, is best absorbed from the sun.  We are well into the winter months, bundled up and avoiding being outside in the sun.  This supplement is an easy way to make sure you get the Vitamin D that you need.  Seasonal Depression I would highly recommend finding fun outdoor activities in the winter time.  It will help to combat the seasonal depression most of us start to feel this time of year.  Get outside.  Play with your kids.  Go for a walk.  Make a snowman.  Ski.  Have fun again!

 I know for myself and MANY of my patients, pain comes from stress in our lives and in our bodies.  Migraines are a perfect example of that.  Migraines are a symptom of issues happening in your body.  

Stress is such a complicated topic.  BUT there are ways to decrease stress in our lives.  

HERE ARE 4 WAYS TO DECREASE STRESS IN YOUR LIFE:

1.  Start spending time being grateful for your surroundings, your people, your home, your life.  When you do, the things around you magically improve.  Your thought about your life will shift, and then your life will feel less stressful. 

2.  Make sure that you carve time into your schedule to spend quality time with people in your life that matter.  There are articles everywhere that say that on someone's dying bed most people say they wish they would've spent more time with their loved ones.  No one ever wishes they had put in more hours at work or cleaning the house. 

3.  Strengthen your NO muscle.  It is OKAY to say NO.  We fill our calendars too full most of the time.  It is like we feel that if our schedule isn't full that we aren't important.  Successful people know better.  They know they need to say NO.  They know that they need to set boundaries.  

4.  Exercise.  Exercise will decrease the stress hormones in our body.  Here is a little secret:  Most of us that exercise feel like they don't want to go exercise on a daily basis, but we do it anyways!  Once you are done you never regret it.  SO carve it into your calendar and make sure you do it.  Find a time that makes sense.  For me it is in the morning before the business of the day takes it away from me.  

The Health Benefits of Fasting

Many cultures around the world promote fasting as a part of a religious centered ritual, or as a cultural expectation for various kinds of life events. Science has not given much more than a nod of acknowledgement to fasting until recent years. For the skeptics who may be wondering about what one could possibly gain from such a practice, science now has several good explanations for you. Fasting has a variety of health benefits that make it a practice worth considering as a part of your wellness routine.

Fasting is defined in general terms as a period in which one does not eat. Technically that means you are fasting in between meals. Even the term “breakfast” literally means “break the fast” from not eating overnight. When “fasting,” however, most of the time people are referring to a defined period of time in which they do not eat and they deliberately give their digestive system a break. These breaks can be short, daily fasting hours, or they can extend a few days or longer. Of course, the body still requires hydration, so water and sometimes freshly juiced juices may be used during a fast.

If you choose to try a fast for any length of time, always make sure you are healthy enough for a fast before trying one. Most will benefit in a tremendous way from choosing to do it. So that being said, here are just a few health benefits to be had from fasting:

1. Weight loss. This is the benefit most are looking for, so I’ll come out with it first. When you are fasting, your blood sugar drops, so the body begins to use fat for energy. Your metabolic rate can increase by as much as 3-5% during a short term fast. Fasting is not meant to be the sole method one should use for weight loss, but it can be a powerful catalyst for a long term, sustainable weight loss regimen.
2. Inflammation reduction. Chronic inflammation is one of the primary causes of degenerative diseases. When you fast, you reduce inflammation in all the systems within your body. When your inflammation is down, your immune system can function at its peak.
3. Reduced blood pressure. Heart disease is still a major killer today, so anything that can contribute to your heart health is worth considering seriously. Fasting contributes to a reduction in blood pressure and that reduction tends to stay low after the fast is over.
4. Cellular repair. When you are fasting, your cells begin to remove waste and dead cells from the body in a process called autophagy. This process essentially cleans out the body and is a tremendous benefit to those who fast.

There is no single “tried and true” method for fasting that works across the board for everyone. “Intermittent fasting” is the term most commonly used to describe fasting and it is defined differently depending on who you talk to. There are a few different approaches you can take to a fast.

Daily Intermittent fasting is a set window of the day where you eat. For instance, some will follow the 16/8 rule which says you fast for 16 hours of the day, and you can eat during the other 8. Your body will still reap the rewards of fasting doing this method, even though the fast is shorter. With this method, consistency is key.

24 hour fasting is another method that can be used. Once or twice a week, fast for a full day, consuming only water. A good suggestion for those using this fasting method is to do it when you have a busy day. Your productivity keeps you distracted from the temptation to eat, and you’ll make it through the day easier.

Fasting for several days and beyond is a bit more extreme and requires commitment. Fasting cannot become an ongoing lifestyle for obvious reasons, but those that choose to fast for several days can see a marked difference when they return to eating.

Wellness does not come from just one or two programs, regimens, or supplements. It is a lifestyle. Maintaining your body is your responsibility, and giving it a “tune up” from time to time may be necessary, and obviously beneficial. Fasting is one of the most effective ways to do that.