Habitat Chiropractic

20/11/2025

🤰 “It’s just part of pregnancy…” That’s what everyone says about morning sickness.

But sometimes persistent nausea is your nervous system simply asking for support.

Your vagus nerve connects your brain and digestive system, and restrictions in your spine can make this connection less efficient which may make nausea and digestive discomfort worse.

The good news? Gentle chiropractic care can support your nervous system function more smoothly.

Your body is designed to handle pregnancy beautifully, it sometimes just needs a little help remembering how.

29/09/2025

INITIALS are returning to Amberley 🤩 - open to see the details!

We just wanted to take the opportunity to update you all on some of the big changes we have had around the place recently. 

18/09/2025

It’s not just our training or technique that sets us apart at Habitat Chiropractic, but also our use of this cutting-edge clinical technology called the CLA Insight Scans. 💻📊

While traditional healthcare typically focuses only on treating and managing symptoms, we get right to looking at the deeper layers 🔍of your family’s health challenges with the use of this incredible technology.

By measuring 📈the function of the central + autonomic nervous system, we can find out if neurological stress + dysfunction (subluxation + dysautonomia) are perhaps the missing link you’ve been looking 👀for all along!

If you’ve already had every medical exam, blood draw, and therapy assessment done for the members of your family and have still not found the answers 😖and action steps that have led to the healing and results you’re looking for, 🔎then it’s time to learn more about the CLA Insight Scans and our Neurologically-Focused approach. 🧠

For more information about CLA Insight Scans and their role in understanding your child’s nervous system and overall health, check out the article in our bio 📚⬇️

15/09/2025

✨ Meet our newest Chiro! ✨

Say a big hello and welcome to Dr Melinda 💚

She’s here to bring even more wisdom, love + care to our Habitat community.

You’ll find her in the Kaiapoi studio on Tuesday and Thursday mornings 🧠

Come say hi 👋 next time you’re in!

10/09/2025

Colic can be an incredibly distressing experience for both babies and their parents. 😣 The relentless crying, often for hours on end, can leave parents feeling helpless, exhausted, and overwhelmed. It’s heart-wrenching to witness your little one in obvious discomfort, yet despite all your best efforts, it can seem impossible to soothe their cries. 😭 The frustration builds and as parents, we may even begin to question our abilities. 💔

BUT, what we no know is that colic can often have a root cause related to prenatal stress 🤰🏻 and birth interventions ⚒️ that affect the vagus nerve. This can lead to the rest, relax, and digest side of the nervous system 🧠 to be “offline.”

The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in regulating various functions in a baby’s little body, including digestion, immune responses, and relaxation. When this nerve is stressed or interfered with during birth, it can lead to a cascade of challenges 😭 

Our Chiropractors here at Habitat are trained in working with infants 👶 and can identify and address subluxations within the nervous system that might be leading to a very upset baby. By gently and precisely adjusting these areas, our chiropractors work to regulate the stress on the vagus nerve, which in turn can restore the rest, digest and ease functions!

Visit the link 🔗 in our bio to learn more about colic and the nervous system! ♥️

06/09/2025

Happy DADS DAY to our
Habitat Dads
Dads to be
Dads looking down on us
Dads of angels
And everyone filling the role of a Father figure

We see you, we love you, you’re forever a positive influence

💙 The Habitat Team x

01/09/2025

BIG NEWS! Dr Sam has now achieved her Certificate of Proficiency in Paediatric and Family Chiropractic! 🎓

Dr. Sam has spent the weekend in Australia finishing her Certificate of Proficiency in Paediatric and Family Chiropractic by successfully completing her postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practical! 🤓

This continues to assure our community that the specialised neuro-focused care received here at Habitat is truly world class and encompasses the whole family! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

The training from and Life University focused on advanced levels of Analysis, Case Management, and our Neuro-Tonal Adjusting approach. 🙌 Now that’s a bunch of nerdy terms and doctor speak, but what it means for you and your family is that every single aspect of the care we provide is now more advanced and thorough than ever before! 

Our promise to your whole family is this — we’ve got you! We know the exact science, steps, and clinical systems needed to get real results and help you and your family reach your potential ✨

If you’re already a practice member, be sure to celebrate with Sam next time you see her — and if you’re not yet a part of our Habitat community, give us a call today and let’s get you and your family rocking your best health right away!

15/08/2025

Cinderella called in - she wants you to know she is all sparkles after her tune up, just in time for Disney on Ice this weekend! 🧊 ⛸️

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12/08/2025

Is Your Child Going Through a Growth Spurt? Here’s What’s Really Happening! 🌱

Growth spurts aren’t just about getting taller - they’re incredible periods where your child’s body literally rebuilds itself at lightning speed!

But here’s what most parents don’t realise: your child’s nervous system is the master coordinator of this entire process, controlling everything from growth hormone release and sleep patterns to muscle development and emotional regulation.

When their neuro-spinal system is clear and connected, kids can navigate these intense developmental phases so much smoother. However, subluxations can interfere with this delicate coordination, leading to those challenging “growing pains,” sleep disruptions, temporary clumsiness, and emotional ups and downs that leave both kids and parents feeling overwhelmed.

By removing nervous system interference through safe, intentional chiropractic adjustments, we help restore optimal communication between your child’s brain and body.

This supports better sleep quality when growth hormone does its magic, improved coordination as body proportions change, reduced growing pains, and enhanced emotional regulation during these big transitions.

We’re not treating symptoms - we’re supporting your child’s innate intelligence to coordinate growth naturally and efficiently, helping them express their full developmental potential.

Growth spurts are incredible demonstrations of your child’s innate intelligence and the body’s amazing ability to develop and adapt.

At Habitat, we’re honoured to support families through every stage of growth and development. We believe that when children’s nervous systems are clear and connected, they can express their full potential and thrive through every phase of their remarkable journey toward adulthood. 💫

31/07/2025

“I’ll just wait until it hurts…”

If you’ve ever said this, you’re definitely not alone. Most people think of chiropractic care like a bandaid - something you use when there’s already a problem.

But here’s the thing - your nervous system wants you to know: by the time you feel pain, the dysfunction has been building for much longer than you realise.

Your nervous system is constantly adapting, compensating, and working behind the scenes to keep you functional. It’s incredibly good at its job - sometimes too good. It will find ways to work around problems until it simply can’t anymore. That’s when you finally feel the pain or symptoms show up.

Understanding the science behind how your nervous system heals and adapts changes everything about how you approach your care. It’s not about quick fixes or waiting for crisis mode - it’s about supporting your body’s natural ability to function optimally.

Swipe through to learn why your nervous system needs regular support to create lasting change, not just temporary relief.

30/07/2025

To my lovely habitat family,

Thought it was fitting to post a pic of me in my natural habitat.

I’m heading off on an adventure across Europe and America, and while I’m excited for what’s ahead, I’ll truly miss being part of this amazing team.

Thank you all for the support, laughter, and unforgettable memories throughout my time here, you’ve made this place feel like home. I am truly going to miss you all!

Signing out for the last time,
Kayla 🩷

29/07/2025

Why can you feel more energised after an adjustment?

An adjustment can send calming signals through your nervous system, allowing your body to shift out of stress mode and into a state of restoration, where energy can be naturally replenished.

As tension eases and the brain-body connection strengthens, your system doesn’t have to work as hard to compensate. Muscles can relax, nerve signals may flow more freely, and your body can begin to function with greater ease.

You might notice a clearer mind, easier breathing, and a sense of lightness that is all part of your body returning to a more balanced, connected state.

It’s not about adding energy, but removing the interference that’s been draining it, so you can feel more like yourself again ☺️