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Dr. Robyn Hawkins Merritt-Magnolia Chiropractic

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Dr. Robyn Hawkins Merritt-Magnolia Chiropractic

Helping busy moms feel their best during pregnancy and beyond🫶🏻 Don’t worry we see dads & kids too!

01/11/2026

Pregnancy brings big changes to the body, and prenatal chiropractic care using the Webster Technique is designed with those changes in mind 🤍 This gentle, pregnancy-specific approach focuses on supporting pelvic balance and nervous system function, offering comfort and support as your body adapts week by week. Because every pregnancy is different, care is always tailored to meet the unique needs of each expectant mom.

Some benefits of prenatal chiropractic care can include:
- Less discomfort
- Better posture & pelvic position
- Optimal baby position
- Improved sleep
- Support for an easier labor & birth

01/10/2026

If your jaw feels tight, clicks when you chew, or you catch yourself clenching throughout the day - your body might be stuck in a protective state it hasn’t been able to come out of yet. 😬

The jaw is one of the most sensitive areas when it comes to how your nervous system manages stress. It’s directly connected to your brain through several cranial nerves, including the trigeminal and vagus nerves - the same pathways that influence how you breathe, swallow, and calm your body after stress. 🧠

When your nervous system is in constant “go” mode, those cranial nerves stay overstimulated. The muscles of your face, jaw, and neck stay partially “on,” like your body’s holding its breath - ready for whatever might come next. 🤺

That’s why jaw clenching isn’t just a habit. It’s a sign of a system that doesn’t feel fully safe to relax yet.

Chiropractic care supports parasympathetic activation - the part of your nervous system responsible for rest, repair, and restoration. When your brain and body can finally shift out of that heightened state, the muscles begin to release naturally, your breathing deepens, and your jaw (and the rest of you) can finally let go. ✨

Healing the tension you’re feeling is less about muscles, and more about teaching your body that it’s safe to relax again. 🤍

01/09/2026

Real words from real moms sharing their experiences with chiropractic care for their family—honored to support them every step of the way ✨

01/08/2026

You finally slowed down, got some extra sleep, maybe even took a few days off - but somehow, you still feel tired. Not the kind of tired a nap fixes, but that deep, foggy exhaustion that lingers even after “rest.”

Rest and recovery aren’t always the same thing.

You can sleep, sit still, or even take a vacation - but if your nervous system is still in high alert, your body doesn’t actually get the message that it’s safe to repair. The stress response stays active, hormones remain imbalanced, and your body keeps burning through energy as if it’s still in overdrive.

That’s where chiropractic care comes in. ✨

Each adjustment helps your body shift gears - out of fight-or-flight and into the parasympathetic state, where true healing and restoration happen.

That’s the state where:

💫 Your breathing deepens
💫 Your muscles release tension
💫 Your digestion improves
💫 Your sleep becomes restorative again

Your body isn’t asking for more rest - it’s asking for deeper rest. The kind that only happens when your nervous system feels safe enough to let go.

So if you’re heading into the new year still running on empty, it’s not because you haven’t done enough - it’s because your body hasn’t had the chance to reset. Let’s help it get there! 🤍

01/07/2026

Getting back into the swing of things after the holidays can feel…heavier than expected.

Early mornings. Packed schedules. The shift from cozy, unhurried days to full calendars and nonstop doing.

It’s not just you (or your kids), it’s your nervous system adjusting! During slower seasons, your body has a chance to downshift…cortisol levels drop, sleep often improves, and the brain relaxes its constant scanning for “what’s next.”

When life suddenly speeds up again, your nervous system has to re-learn how to handle that demand. And if it’s already been running near empty, that transition can feel like a crash.

You may notice:

😮‍💨 Extra fatigue or brain fog
💭 More tension or irritability
🧠 Kids who seem off-rhythm - harder mornings, bigger emotions, shorter fuses

This doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong, it means your system needs time (and support) to recalibrate.

Chiropractic care helps restore smoother communication between the brain and body, helping both adults and kids adapt with more ease. Each adjustment signals safety to the nervous system - grounding your energy, balancing hormones, and improving focus and rest.

So, if your family is feeling the “back-to-routine blues,” give everyone some grace, and give your nervous systems a little support as you find your rhythm again. 🤍

01/03/2026

The start of a new year brings excitement, but also adds some pressure! Big goals. Big changes. Big expectations.

However, real transformation doesn’t happen all at once! It happens through small, consistent choices that support your nervous system day after day.

Habits like:

✨ Regular chiropractic care to keep your brain-body connection clear

☀️ A few minutes of morning sunlight to regulate your circadian rhythm and stress response

🥦 Balanced meals and hydration to stabilize your energy and mood

🚶‍♀️ Gentle movement for both physical health and to help regulate stress

😴 Consistent sleep routines that let your body truly repair

💛 Intentional pauses - even just a deep breath before the next thing

…these all create a sense of safety, balance, and connection!

Your consistency builds adaptability! It’s what allows your body to handle stress without slipping into overdrive, and to bounce back more easily when life inevitably gets full again.

So as you look toward 2026, don’t focus on doing more - focus on supporting the system that helps you do everything.

Your nervous system is your foundation for health, energy, and presence. Care for it a little every day, and it will carry you through the year ahead with more ease and strength than you can imagine. 🤍

01/02/2026

Your body was never meant to run on high alert all the time.
Between busy schedules, constant stimulation, and never-ending to-do lists, many people spend more time in “go mode” than in true rest.

That’s where your parasympathetic nervous system comes in - the part of your body responsible for recovery, repair, and deep restoration. It’s what slows your heart rate, supports digestion, balances hormones, and helps you wake up feeling clear and replenished.

When this system is under-active, your body might start sending quiet signals like:

🌙 Trouble falling or staying asleep even when you’re exhausted
💭 Feeling detached or overstimulated without knowing why
🔥 Tightness that never seems to release, especially in your neck or jaw
🥱 Energy crashes mid-afternoon, no matter how much coffee you’ve had
💓 A resting heart rate that runs higher than usual

Chiropractic adjustments help restore healthy balance between the sympathetic (“fight or flight”) and parasympathetic (“rest and repair”) systems. Each adjustment helps your body shift gears, out of stress and into safety, allowing natural healing processes to take over.

That’s when your breathing slows, your shoulders drop, and your body remembers how to rest again. 🤍

01/01/2026

January 1st can bring with it a lot of pressure…new routines, new goals, new expectations. But, we believe the most powerful changes aren’t rooted in perfection - they’re rooted in intention!

You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight or chase a version of yourself that feels impossible to keep up with. What matters is creating space for the version of you that feels healthiest, more relaxed, and most supported to step forward.

Maybe that means prioritizing rest.
Maybe it’s drinking more water or being more present at home.
Maybe it’s finally giving your nervous system the consistent care it’s been asking for.

Or getting back to movement in a way that feels energizing instead of exhausting.

This season, let your goals reflect how you want to FEEL - clear, calm, connected. You’re not starting over - you’re building on everything that’s already brought you here.

✨ Here’s to a year of showing up as your favorite version of yourself…not because you have to, but because you’re ready.

Happy New Year from all of us at Magnolia Chiropractic!

12/31/2025

This year brought growth, challenge, joy, and plenty of learning - and through it all, we’re thankful for the people who made it meaningful. That includes you! Whether you stepped through our doors for the first time or you’ve been with us for years, we’re so grateful to be a part of your journey.

Tonight, as you welcome a fresh start, we hope you find a quiet moment to celebrate how far you’ve come…not just the milestones, but the ways you’ve kept going when it wasn’t easy.

Here’s to more presence, more health, and more moments that truly matter in the year ahead. ✨ Happy New Year’s Eve from all of us at Magnolia Chiropractic. We’ll see you in 2026!

12/30/2025

A baby’s nervous system is developing faster in the first year of life than at any other time - setting the foundation for how they grow, adapt, and respond to their world. 👶✨

When that system experiences stress (from birth, tension, or even daily milestones like learning to roll, crawl, or sit), it can create subtle imbalances that affect how their little bodies function.

Parents may notice things like:

💤 Difficulty settling or sleeping
🍼 Feeding challenges
💩 Digestive issues or constipation
🫧 Increased fussiness or discomfort in certain positions

Chiropractic care for babies is gentle, specific, and focused on supporting the function of the nervous system and helping their body communicate and adapt the way it’s designed to.

When the nervous system is balanced, the body can grow, rest, and develop with more ease. Even the littlest bodies might need a little nudge to help them function at their best! 🤍

12/29/2025

Chiropractic isn’t just for back pain—it’s for better performance, quicker recovery, and keeping your body moving the way it’s meant to. Whether you’re chasing kiddos, chasing PRs at the gym, or just want to feel your best this summer, consistent care can make all the difference. Moms, families, and active folks—we’re here to support your goals from the inside out!

12/27/2025

You’ve slept in, cleared your calendar, maybe even had a few slower mornings lately…but you still feel tired. Not just sleepy - but foggy, heavy, unmotivated. Like your body isn’t actually recovering, no matter how much “rest” you give it. 😴

This kind of fatigue isn’t always about what you AREN’T doing…sometimes, it’s about how your nervous system is functioning.

When the nervous system is stuck in a chronic stress state (even low-level), the body stays on high alert. It burns through energy inefficiently, impacts hormone production, disrupts your circadian rhythm, and keeps restorative rest out of reach.

So even if you get sleep, it may not be the kind your body actually needs.

Chiropractic care supports the parasympathetic nervous system - the part responsible for recovery, hormone balance, digestion, and deep rest. Adjustments help regulate the stress response, improve brain-body communication, and create the conditions your body needs to recharge at a deeper level.

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1106 Furys Lane, Suite A
Augusta, GA
30907

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 12pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 12pm

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