Dr. Robyn Hawkins Merritt-Magnolia Chiropractic

Dr. Robyn Hawkins Merritt-Magnolia Chiropractic Helping busy moms feel their best during pregnancy and beyondđŸ«¶đŸ» Don’t worry we see dads & kids too!

Whether you’ve been counting down to it or dreading it, the end of Daylight Savings always brings a shift - one that dir...
11/02/2025

Whether you’ve been counting down to it or dreading it, the end of Daylight Savings always brings a shift - one that directly impacts your body’s internal rhythms. Your nervous system plays a key role in this transition, regulating your sleep/wake cycles, hormone release (like melatonin + cortisol), and the way your body adapts to changes in light and routine.

When your nervous system is adaptable, it can roll with these changes smoothly. But, if it’s already stressed, stuck in “fight or flight,” or overloaded, even a one-hour shift can throw everything off. That’s when families start to notice:

😮 Trouble falling asleep or waking up too early
🌙 Feeling groggy even after “extra sleep”
đŸ˜« Mood swings + crankiness (kids + adults alike)
🧠 Brain fog and poor focus

A clear + balanced nervous system makes it easier to transition between wake and sleep, to calm the stress response, and to keep your body’s natural rhythms regulated. When sleep happens the way it’s designed to, your body has the chance to heal, reset, and recharge the way it needs to! 🌙✹

If you’ve already been struggling with the time change - or if you know this season is always tough on your sleep and energy - now is the perfect time to get back on track with consistent chiropractic care.

Supporting your nervous system helps your body find its rhythm again, so you can feel rested, balanced, and ready to take on your day. đŸ€

November has arrived, and with it comes the start of the holiday season - social gatherings, family traditions, and so m...
11/01/2025

November has arrived, and with it comes the start of the holiday season - social gatherings, family traditions, and so many opportunities to make memories🍂✹

BUT, here’s something we don’t often talk about - while the holidays are full of joy, they also bring extra demands on our bodies and our kids’ bodies too. From later nights and busier days to different foods and big emotions, it’s a lot of change in a short amount of time.

Your nervous system is the foundation that helps your family adapt to all of it. When it’s clear + connected, your body can handle change without getting stuck in stress mode. That’s how chiropractic helps every age stay resilient through this busy season.

đŸ’« For kids: it supports focus, calmer moods, and stronger immunity so they can enjoy the fun without as many meltdowns or sick days.
đŸ’« For parents: it helps regulate energy, stress, and sleep so you can be more present in the middle of packed days.
đŸ’« For the whole family: it strengthens adaptability, allowing your body to recover faster from late nights, travel, or seasonal challenges.

In our office, our goal is making sure your nervous system is working the way it was designed to. When that happens, the body functions at its best, no matter what the season brings. đŸ€

Ever notice your kids acting a little extra around the full moon? 👀 Parents have been saying it for generations - more m...
10/30/2025

Ever notice your kids acting a little extra around the full moon? 👀 Parents have been saying it for generations - more meltdowns, restless nights, and big emotions.

The thing is, while the moon itself isn’t necessarily causing the chaos, it often lines up with something bigger happening in your child’s body
their nervous system working overtime.

When their little nervous system is stressed or stuck in “go, go, go mode,” it’s harder for kids to regulate emotions, settle at bedtime, or sleep soundly. Add in the excitement of fall activities, sugar, and busier schedules - and suddenly, those full moon nights feel even wilder! 🌕✹

Chiropractic care helps clear stress from the nervous system so kids can:

đŸ€Shift more easily from “fight or flight” into calm
đŸ€ Regulate emotions with less overwhelm
đŸ€ Settle into deeper, more consistent sleep
đŸ€ Adapt more easily into the busy season

So, if you’ve ever wondered why your little ones seem to “turn into werewolves” around the full moon đŸ€Ș
 remember that supporting their nervous system makes it easier for them to stay grounded and rested through all the holiday fun! đŸ€

Bringing a new baby home is one of the sweetest seasons of life - but it also comes with challenges that don’t always ge...
10/29/2025

Bringing a new baby home is one of the sweetest seasons of life - but it also comes with challenges that don’t always get talked about. Many parents are thinking these things are just normal, when in reality, they’re signs of a nervous system that’s working hard to adapt.

Some common struggles we hear from parents:

đŸ’€ Baby has trouble settling or staying asleep
đŸŒ Feeding feels stressful (latch, reflux, or gassiness)
😱 Lots of fussiness or difficulty being soothed
👣 Stiff movements or always wanting to look one direction

While these challenges are common, they’re not always inevitable. The birth process itself can place stress on a baby’s delicate spine and nervous system, which may impact digestion, sleep, comfort, and development.

This is where pediatric chiropractic care comes in. Gentle, specific adjustments help:

💖 Release tension patterns from birth
💖 Improve nervous system communication between brain + body
💖 Support better digestion, calmer sleep, and easier movement
💖 Give your baby the foundation to grow, develop, and thrive

As pediatric chiropractors, our focus isn’t on chasing symptoms, it’s on supporting your baby’s nervous system so they can adapt and flourish through each stage of growth. ✹

When your little one is more comfortable and regulated, the whole family feels it. đŸ€

At Magnolia Chiropractic, we love caring for your whole crew—from little ones to grandparents. Chiropractic care isn’t j...
10/28/2025

At Magnolia Chiropractic, we love caring for your whole crew—from little ones to grandparents. Chiropractic care isn’t just for back pain—it’s for better sleep, stronger immune systems, smoother pregnancies, calmer kids, and happier, healthier lives for everyone under your roof. đŸĄđŸ€

Witch Way to Better Focus? âœšđŸ§™â€â™€ïžWhen kids have a hard time staying on task, it’s not always necessarily about the effort...
10/27/2025

Witch Way to Better Focus? âœšđŸ§™â€â™€ïž

When kids have a hard time staying on task, it’s not always necessarily about the effort they’re putting in, it often ties back to how well their nervous system is working behind the scenes.

Inside your child’s nervous system, constant messages travel like magic between the brain and the rest of the body. When those messages are clear, it’s easier to filter distractions, remember instructions, and shift from one task to the next.

But, when the nervous system is stressed or dysregulated, it’s like trying to read a book with missing pages - focus, learning, and emotional regulation can all be disrupted.

Gentle, nervous system-centered chiropractic care helps restore that clear brain-body communication, giving your child the foundation they need for better focus, adaptability, and calm - in the classroom and beyond.

The best kind of magic is found in a well-connected nervous system! đŸȘ„✚

Not every chiropractic office is the same✹ When it comes to caring for your family, you deserve a space and team that se...
10/26/2025

Not every chiropractic office is the same✹ When it comes to caring for your family, you deserve a space and team that sees the whole picture, honors every stage of life, and helps you feel truly supported!

Swipe through to see how we do things differentlyđŸ€

October is National Chiropractic Month - and we couldn’t let it pass without thanking YOU!Every adjustment is more than ...
10/17/2025

October is National Chiropractic Month - and we couldn’t let it pass without thanking YOU!

Every adjustment is more than a moment on the table. It’s a chance to help improve the health of families in our community. We believe chiropractic care truly is for everyone - from the tiniest newborns to the wisest grandparents. When the nervous system is clear and connected, every generation has the chance to live healthier, happier, and more adaptable. 🌟

Here are a few of the many reasons we’re honored to care for families:

đŸ‘¶ Newborns who get to settle more peacefully and rest easier in those early months
🎒 Kids who feel stronger, more focused, and ready to take on all their adventures
đŸ€ Parents who discover more patience, more energy, and a sense of calm in the chaos
đŸ‘” Grandparents who get to move with ease, share in the laughter, and create lasting memories

This is why we love what we do - and why we’re so grateful to each of you for trusting us with your family’s care. đŸ«¶ Here’s to stronger nervous systems, healthier families, and a community that continues to thrive together! ✹

When most people think of fatigue, they picture needing more sleep or an extra cup of coffee. But, chronic fatigue is di...
10/16/2025

When most people think of fatigue, they picture needing more sleep or an extra cup of coffee. But, chronic fatigue is different - it’s a deeper, ongoing exhaustion that doesn’t go away with rest.

Your energy depends on more than just the hours you sleep, it’s also shaped by how efficiently your nervous system regulates and adapts throughout the day. When your nervous system is under constant stress or stuck in a state of dysregulation, it can drain your reserves. 🧠

Your nervous system is in charge of managing everything from your heart rate and digestion to hormone balance and immune function. If it’s working overtime just to keep you going, there’s less energy left for you to FEEL vibrant, focused, and strong. âšĄïž

Chiropractic care helps restore balance within your nervous system so your body can shift out of “energy drain” mode and into a more regulated, efficient state. Over time, that can mean more clarity, more stamina, and a greater capacity to fully engage in life.

True relief from chronic fatigue comes from nurturing your nervous system the way it needs. It’s about giving your body the chance to regulate, recover, and rebuild its energy - from the inside out!

Nothing makes our day like hearing how chiropractic care is making a difference đŸ«¶đŸ» Grateful for the trust our patients p...
10/15/2025

Nothing makes our day like hearing how chiropractic care is making a difference đŸ«¶đŸ» Grateful for the trust our patients place in us!

When it comes to fertility and pregnancy, most women don’t think about the pelvis - but its position plays a powerful ro...
10/14/2025

When it comes to fertility and pregnancy, most women don’t think about the pelvis - but its position plays a powerful role in both!

đŸ§˜đŸ»â€â™€ïž The pelvis is home to vital structures - Your reproductive organs, ligaments, and important nerves are supported within this space. When the pelvis is in proper alignment, these systems can function the way they were designed to.

⚡ Alignment influences nervous system communication - Misalignments in the pelvis and lower spine can create stress within the nervous system - the master control system for hormones, cycles, and overall reproductive health.

✹ During pregnancy, pelvic positioning becomes even more important - An aligned pelvis relieves tension on the uterus and surrounding ligaments, helping mom feel more comfortable and creating space for baby to grow and move. Just as importantly, proper alignment supports clear nervous system communication - allowing mom’s body to adapt more smoothly to all the changes of pregnancy.

Chiropractic care gently restores stability to the pelvis and clarity to the nervous system. That means fewer barriers for your body as it works to regulate cycles, carry pregnancy with more ease, and create the healthiest environment possible.

When the foundation is strong, everything built on top of it functions better - and that includes fertility, pregnancy, and beyond. đŸ€

You give everything
until there’s nothing left for yourself. 😮 The late nights, the endless to-do lists, the constant pu...
10/13/2025

You give everything
until there’s nothing left for yourself. 😮 The late nights, the endless to-do lists, the constant pull in a hundred directions - it’s a rhythm you’ve been keeping for so long, you’ve almost forgotten what it feels like to truly rest.

Burnout happens when your body has been running in survival mode for so long that it forgets how to slow down. It shows up as:

‱ Sleep that doesn’t refresh you
‱ Energy that never seems to come back
‱ A short fuse with the people you love most
‱ A lowered immune system, right when you need it strong

At the center of all this is your nervous system! It’s the control center that decides how you respond to stress, how you recharge, and how your body heals.

Chiropractic care helps bring that system back into balance, restoring clear communication between your brain and body. When that happens, your body can shift out of overdrive and finally begin to rest, recover, and rebuild.

Mom burnout isn’t simply about feeling tired; it’s the ongoing weight of juggling everyone’s needs and responsibilities. Remember, your health matters too. The same love and energy you give so freely to your family is worth giving back to yourself. đŸ€

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Augusta, GA
30907

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

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