Category: Tips
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Couch Surfing to Safe Landings: A Pediatric Chiropractor’s Guide
Did you know your little one’s first instinct might be a headfirst adventure off the couch or bed? 😱 As a pediatric chiropractor, I’ve seen it all too often! Time to teach them the art of safe descents once they’re on the move! 🚼 Think your baby won’t catch on? Think again! They understand more… Read more
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Unlock the Magic of Hanging!
Unlock the Magic of Hanging! Strengthen Lungs and Supercharge Brain Power! 🤸♂️ Discover the wonders of hanging – a powerful tool for developing exceptional respiratory structure, ensuring more oxygen reaches the brain and enhancing cognitive function! 🧠✨ Ever wondered how it works? Here’s why teaching your baby to hang is a game-changer: 1️⃣ Builds a… Read more
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The Vestibular Sense: A Big Deal for Child Development
🔥 Save this ball strategy for later! 🏀 Did you know the vestibular sense is vital for your child’s development? It’s the very first sense to develop in the womb, helping babies prepare for birth by enabling them to turn their heads down. Here’s why the vestibular system is a BIG DEAL: 🌀 Maintains balance… Read more
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Is Your Baby a Climber? Embrace the Brainpower
Ok, it can be scary as your baby starts to climb, but I’m here to assure you that it is great for their brains, just not your gray hair! 🤣 It’s super important to allow your kids to do DANGEROUS THINGS CAREFULLY! Yes!!!! DANGEROUS THINGS CAREFULLY! 🚀 Climbing is a fantastic way for babies to… Read more
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Movement isn’t just play—it’s how your baby’s brain grows! 🧠✨
Every roll, crawl, or climb creates new neural pathways, builds coordination, and unlocks their full potential. The Doman Method reminds us: movement is the foundation of learning! 💪 Want to encourage more movement? Make it FUN and purposeful! 🎉 Lay down a crawling track, grab a tummy time wedge, or try fun moves to fire… Read more
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MOMS… I know you’re out there!!!
MOMS… I know you’re out there!!! Breaking it down to your baby’s favorite song stuck in your head 24/7 🎶😆… but did you know that singing and dancing to music actually helps build their brain? 🧠✨ Over the next 5 days, I’m breaking down series on brain-building songs—fun ways to boost language 🗣️, coordination 🤸♀️,… Read more
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Did you know the brain doesn’t grow on a schedule? 🧠✨
Did you know the brain doesn’t grow on a schedule? 🧠✨ “The brain grows by use, not by a preordained timetable.” – Glenn Doman Many people believe that babies will just develop on their own, without any need for purposeful stimulation. But here’s the truth: while growth will happen naturally, how much and how well… Read more
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The Unexpected 12-Hour Travel Day: Keeping Three Kids Entertained (Screen-Free!)
I just experienced an unexpected 12-hour travel day with three kids—and honestly, if I didn’t know this, my 21-month-old would have had a screen! 🚨 Before you hand your baby a screen while traveling… read this! Your baby’s brain is in overdrive during the first few years, making millions of new connections every second. But… Read more
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“Fall Back” Without Falling Behind on Sleep! 🕰️🌅
Did you know that natural sunlight has a powerful effect on your baby’s brain? When the clocks shift, our circadian rhythm—or the body’s internal clock—can get a little confused. But the sun is here to help! ☀️ Here’s how morning and evening light can keep your little one’s sleep on track: 🌞 Morning Light =… Read more
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Beyond Screen Time: The FaceTime Effect
We’ve all heard it—“Screen time is bad for kids!” But did you know FaceTime is a totally different experience for your baby’s brain than just zoning out in front of a show? When your baby FaceTimes with family, it’s real, interactive engagement that helps them learn social cues and build those early communication skills. 👶❤️… Read more