Specialized Health Chiropractic - Pediatric & Prenatal Office

11/03/2025

🎉 It’s Official — Specialized Health Chiropractic is Now in Ames! 💙

We’re beyond excited to announce the opening of our Ames location — a space built with families, calm, and connection in mind. From the cozy play area to the gentle, neurologically-focused care you know and love, this office was designed for the kids who need something different.

And leading the way are two familiar faces who have poured their hearts into this mission:
✨ Dr. Sarah — known for her calm confidence, gentle touch, and passion for helping kids feel safe and seen.
✨ Dr. Gavin — a hometown Ames grad coming full circle to serve the very community that raised him, bringing his steady energy and big heart for families.

Our Ames team is here and ready to serve — helping kiddos (and parents!) move from stress and struggle to calm and confidence. 🌿

📍 Now open and accepting new families in Ames!
💬 Click the link below to schedule your family’s first visit → [insert linktr.ee/shchiro]

Let’s show Dr. Sarah and Dr. Gavin some love in the comments as they open this new chapter for SHC! 💪

11/01/2025

💭 To the parents up late tonight...

You know that feeling — lying in bed, staring at the ceiling, wondering what else you could do to help your child.
You’ve tried the routines, the rewards, the deep breaths, the supplements, the screen limits…
But the meltdowns still come.
The moods still swing.
And your sweet kid still struggles to feel calm in their own body. 😔

We see you. We feel that heartache. ❤️

Here’s the thing most parents aren’t told:
Mood regulation doesn’t start in the mind — it starts in the nervous system. 🧠
When your child’s brain and body are stuck in fight-or-flight, it’s not that they won’t regulate… it’s that they can’t.

Through gentle, neurologically focused chiropractic care, we help calm that storm from the inside out — easing tension, restoring balance, and giving your child’s nervous system the tools to regulate again. 🌿

And when that happens, everything changes:
✨ Mornings get smoother.
✨ Meltdowns shrink.
✨ That light in their eyes comes back.

There is hope — real, lasting hope — for your child’s emotions to feel steady again. 💫

You don’t have to keep guessing.
Let’s take a look inside their nervous system and start giving them (and you) some peace of mind.

📍 Learn more or schedule a scan at https://linktr.ee/shchiro?fbclid=IwY2xjawNc0-lleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOeG0xZkNINjhiZjFVVTlOAR7uD_RFy1hbskMoTp9V1IIfY9Uu41xsTWgvJeMcubXu_junO5QcV_f8722Seg_aem_k9hsfvHR5V3j_Aa5uNuP2A

10/31/2025

🎃 Spooky Season… but make it sensory-safe 👻

Between costumes, candy, and chaos — Halloween can be a lot for little nervous systems! 🧠💥
Some kiddos go full superhero mode ⚡️, while others are one loud noise away from a meltdown. 😅

At SHC, we’re all about helping kids (and their parents!) handle big days like Halloween with a calmer, more balanced nervous system — so they can actually enjoy the fun instead of feeling overwhelmed. 💪🕸️

Here are a few tips for a smoother, happier Halloween night:
🧡 Stick to familiar costumes — soft fabrics > scratchy sequins
🖤 Keep blood sugar and bedtime in mind (you’ll thank yourself later!)
💜 Prep your kiddo for sensory surprises like flashing lights or loud music
💚 And if they’ve been working hard on regulation, celebrate every small win — even if it’s one extra house this year 🎉

When the nervous system is balanced, holidays feel fun again — not scary. 💫

🎃 Ready to help your kiddo handle more fun (and fewer meltdowns)?
Learn more or schedule a scan here 👉 linktr.ee/shchiro

10/30/2025

🌟 Teen Years Don’t Have to Be So Overwhelming 🌟

Between hormones, homework, screens, and social stress — teens today are under a lot of pressure. 😣

When the nervous system is stressed, it can show up as:
➡️ Headaches or sleep struggles
➡️ Mood swings and anxiety
➡️ Trouble focusing in school
➡️ Sports injuries or slower recovery
➡️ Constant tension or fatigue

Here’s what most parents don’t realize ⤵️
It’s not just “teen hormones” — it’s a nervous system trying to keep up with rapid change and stress.

That’s where neurologically focused chiropractic care comes in. 🧠✨
Gentle adjustments help calm that fight-or-flight response, balance the body, and help teens adapt to the demands of growing up.

We see it every week — teens walking in stressed and walking out lighter.
More calm. More confident. More like themselves again. 💪

Whether your teen is an athlete, anxious student, or just trying to navigate these years — our care helps their body and brain work together again.

💬 Parents often say, “I didn’t realize how much tension they were holding until it was gone.”

👉 Ready to see if stress is what’s holding your teen back?
Book a neurological scan today to find out what’s going on inside their nervous system.

10/30/2025

“The Lightbulb Moment”

Every parent of a neuro-challenged kid has had that moment…

➡️ “Why isn’t anything working long-term?”
➡️ “Why does my child go from zero to meltdown so fast?”
➡️ “Why does it feel like their nervous system is always on edge?”

And here’s the truth most doctors never explain:
It’s not behavior — it’s the nervous system.

When kids get stuck in “fight or flight,” they can’t regulate emotions, attention, or sensory input… no matter how many strategies you try.

And no, they don’t “grow out of it.”
They grow into anxiety, ADHD, emotional exhaustion, and frustration.
Unless we help the brain and body reset.

💡 That’s what we teach in our Calm, Focused, & Regulated Kids Workshop — the roadmap to helping your child feel safe, calm, and connected again.

You’ll learn:
✨ Why your child is always “on edge”
✨ How neurologically-focused chiropractic brings calm back online
✨ The steps families take here to see real, lasting change

Your child’s calm isn’t out of reach.
It’s just been waiting for the right path.

👉 Tap Learn More to grab your seat.
Hope (and answers) start here. 💕

10/30/2025

10/29/2025

🎓 Big Congratulations to Dr. Gavin! 🎉

We are beyond proud to celebrate Dr. Gavin’s graduation and welcome him officially as Dr. Gavin, D.C.! 🙌

From his very first day with us, Dr. Gavin’s energy, compassion, and drive to serve families have stood out. He’s always been the calm in the chaos, the encourager for kiddos who need a little extra patience, and the guy who can make anyone smile. 💙

And now — it’s come full circle.
Dr. Gavin is officially serving families right in his hometown of Ames! 🏡

There’s something truly special about giving back to the community that raised you — and we couldn’t be more excited for Ames families to experience his heart, his care, and his passion for helping kids thrive from the inside out.

Help us celebrate Dr. Gavin’s huge milestone by dropping some 🎉 and kind words below!

10/29/2025

🧠 What Makes Specialized Health Chiropractic Different

We know — when people hear “chiropractic,” they often picture cracks and pops.
But what we do at SHC is completely different.

Our focus isn’t just on the spine — it’s on the nervous system, the master control system that helps kids (and adults) regulate, sleep, focus, and grow.

We use state-of-the-art CLA Insight Scans to see how well the brain and body are communicating. These gentle, non-invasive scans measure:
✨ Thermography: detects areas of tension and stress
✨ Surface EMG: shows how hard the body is working to compensate
✨ HRV: reveals how well the body adapts to daily stress

This data lets us create care plans that are custom to each child — no guessing, just clear answers about what’s really happening under the surface.

Then comes the adjustment — gentle, specific, and neurologically focused.
Our doctors are not only pediatric-certified, they’re some of the best adjusters around — trained to help every system in the body find calm, balance, and connection again.

Parents tell us all the time:
💬 “Now I finally understand what’s going on.”
💬 “It’s so validating to see it on paper.”
💬 “Our child is calmer, sleeping better, and thriving.”

That’s the difference here — real science, gentle care, and results that change lives. 💛

📍Ames + Adel
🧠 Neurologically Based Pediatric & Family Chiropractic Care
💬 Message us to learn how we help the nervous system heal from the inside out

10/29/2025

💗 Just two sisters… absolutely crushing their care plans.

When these two started care, their parents just wanted to help them feel better.
Fewer meltdowns. Better focus. Smoother mornings. More peace at home.

And now?
They’re calmer.
They’re sleeping better.
They’re getting along (most days 😉).
And they’re absolutely thriving.

Their scans told a story of nervous systems stuck in stress — but now, we’re seeing the story of healing.
Through gentle, neurologically based chiropractic care, their brains and bodies are learning how to regulate, communicate, and grow together again.

Their mom said it best:
💬 “They’re lighter. They laugh more. Our whole home feels calmer.”

That’s what we love most — watching sisters find their calm, confidence, and connection again. 🌈

📍Ames + Adel
👭 Family & Pediatric Chiropractic Care
🧠 Helping kids (and families) thrive from the inside out

10/27/2025

🎓 Big News — Dr. Sarah is Officially a Doctor of Chiropractic! 🎉

We couldn’t be prouder to celebrate Dr. Sarah’s graduation! After years of dedication, late nights, and a whole lot of heart — she’s officially Dr. Sarah, D.C.!

If you’ve met her, you already know how deeply she cares for kids and families — her calm presence, bright smile, and passion for helping little ones thrive have made such a difference here at SHC. 💙

Now, she’s taking that passion on the road — because Dr. Sarah will be serving families in our brand new Ames location! 🙌

We can’t wait for the Ames community to experience her care, her heart, and her incredible gift for helping kiddos feel safe, seen, and supported.

Help us celebrate her huge accomplishment below — drop your favorite emoji, encouragement, or memory of Dr. Sarah in the comments! 🥳

10/27/2025

😤 Does your kiddo get angry at the first thought of sharing?
Someone touches their toy… instant meltdown.
A sibling looks at their favorite stuffie… cue the yelling.
It’s not about being mean or selfish — it’s about how their nervous system is wired right now.

When kids live in fight-or-flight mode, their brain sees everything as a potential threat —
even something as small as someone else holding “their” toy.
In that moment, the logical, calm part of the brain (the prefrontal cortex) goes offline,
and the survival part takes over.

That’s why reasoning, timeouts, or “just share!” don’t work.
Their brain isn’t in a place to hear you — it’s just trying to protect them.

At Specialized Health Chiropractic, we focus on helping that little brain and body find safety again.
Our gentle, neurologically based care helps calm the stress stuck in the nervous system so they can shift out of “fight” mode and into connection.

Parents start to notice:
💗 More flexibility
🧠 Easier transitions
😌 Less intense reactions

Because when their nervous system feels safe, sharing isn’t so scary anymore.

📍Ames + Adel
🧠 Neurologically based pediatric chiropractic care
💬 Message us to learn how we help kids who feel everything find calm again.

10/24/2025

🌱 Every milestone matters — and every baby gets there in their own time.

Rolling. Sitting. Crawling. Walking. Babbling.
Each new skill feels like a celebration — a glimpse into who your baby is becoming. 💕

But when milestones seem delayed or “off track,” it can stir up so much worry.
You start wondering:
❓ Why isn’t she rolling yet?
❓ Why does he still startle so easily?
❓ Why does tummy time make her cry every time?

At Specialized Health Chiropractic, we look deeper — beyond the muscles and movement — to the nervous system that controls it all.
When a baby’s spine or nervous system is under stress (sometimes from birth itself), it can interrupt how their brain and body communicate — making it harder to coordinate new movements or transitions.

Our gentle, neurologically based adjustments help restore that connection, allowing your baby’s brain and body to sync up again.
Parents often notice:
💫 Better head control and coordination
🍼 Easier tummy time and rolling
😴 Improved sleep and comfort
🧠 Big leaps in motor and sensory development

Because when the nervous system is calm, connected, and communicating — milestones start to unfold naturally. 🌈

📍Ames + Adel
👶 Gentle, neurologically focused pediatric chiropractic care
💬 Message us to learn how we help your baby reach every milestone with ease and confidence