Roots Family Chiropractic

08/05/2022

While breast feeding is a natural process and latching is innate for babies, it doesn't mean it always comes naturally. It isn't easy work and takes time to find the rhythm between you + your baby. 👶

If you have struggled with or wanting to see how chiropractic can benefit you and your breastfeeding journey, give us a call at 712.427.9035! We would love to serve you in our space. ✨

08/02/2022

Happy World Breastfeeding Week! 🤱🏼

The breastfeeding journey between a mom and baby is nothing short of amazing. Breastfeeding goes beyond nourishment, it reinforces the sacred bond between you & your child, encourages your uterus to resume to its normal size, and releases oxytocin (the love hormone). 🤍

At RFC, we love supporting moms in ALL feeding journeys - whether its from the breast, donor, pump or formula. 🤍

We are here to support YOU and your little one throughout the parenthood transition.

07/04/2022

Wishing everyone a safe & happy Independence Day 🎆

06/28/2022

✨Wellness for the entire family ✨

Chiropractic care removes interferences to the nervous system to restore the body's natural ability to heal itself. 👍🏽

By having a neuro-spinal system that is free to express and adapt, families can grow together by living to their absolute fullest potential!

Healthy, happy families create happy, healthy communities. Check out the benefits of getting chiropractic care as a family above! 💕

06/23/2022

Did you know that our nervous system takes on different types of stressors on a daily basis?

We can break these stressors down into three different types: traumas, toxins, and thoughts.

toxins | chemical stress
This can be from ingredients in our foods, the air we breathe in, the water we drink, air pollutants, house hold products, or chemicals in our daily products such as makeup. When our body is under chemical toxins, it adds stress to our nervous system and creates an inability to adapt.

thoughts | emotional stress
Our emotions can play a large role in our health, especially when it comes to the nervous system. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, or erratic behavior can cause our nervous system to get "stuck" in a fight or flight state, where we are not able to heal or grow.

traumas | physical stress
When our body is injured or we endure a fall, car accident, or even micro traumas such as poor posture, wearing heels, or even a stressful birth can put stress on our postural system and within the nervous system.

The more stress your body takes on day to day will continue the stressors to pile up, making them harder to clear. By getting regular chiropractic care, it creates a balanced nervous system to adapt to these life stressors.

Better adaption = a better life! 💥

06/21/2022

Milestones + Chiropractic 👶🏼

Did you know that your baby's milestones play a huge role in their brain development?

As baby learns to move their body, their brain is making new connections that will carry them through childhood and beyond! As they begin making more and more healthy neural connections, milestones begin to progress from eat 🍼, sleep 💤, + p**p 💩 in the early stages of infancy to walk🚶🏼‍♂️, talk 🗣, + run 🏃🏽‍♀️ in toddler/childhood!

The most important thing to evaluate in regards to milestones is not the speed at which a child masters developmental markers--but the order. It is crucial that EVERY milestone is met (especially crawling)! Motor development determines brain development. 🧠

When a child has stress on their nervous system (typically from birth!), their brain may struggle to make new connections--leading to "late" or skipped milestones. When milestones are skipped, the neural connections they help form are also skipped. The neural connections gained from milestone development are essential for continual development throughout life!

Chiropractic removes stress stuck within the nervous system--helping kiddos better adapt and develop optimally & on track!

Did your kiddo skip milestones? Are they struggling to reach certain milestones? We'd love to help them reach their full potential! 💫

06/20/2022

Are you tired of not sleeping at night, seeing your little one with a constant runny nose, dealing with frequent ear infection, or any other issues that you know is not "normal" for your little one?

If your kiddo struggles with any of the above issues, a pediatric chiropractor may be the answer!

When stress and interference build up in your little one's nervous system, their ability to adapt to additional stressors is decreased. This can lead to the constant runny nose, allergies, constipation, behavior challenges, ear infections, etc.

Chiropractic removes stress from the nervous system and allows your kiddo's body to adapt at a higher level--helping them kick the sick so they can heal and thrive!

Call us today to find out how chiropractic can support your child's health + wellness!

06/19/2022

Happy Fathers Day to all our RFC Family Dads! 🤍

We love and appreciate every Dad who comes through our practice. What a joy it is to see Fathers lead their family when it comes to health + wellness!

06/17/2022

When you’re well adjusted AND it’s Friday! 😎✌🏼

06/16/2022

Chiropractic and athletes ⚾️

'Tis the season for athletics to be in FULL swing! 🥎🏀🏈🏐
Many of our RFC athletes are practicing for several sports at the same time throughout the summer. Between busy schedules and stress building up in their bodies, there is no better time to begin chiropractic care!
(except at birth 👶🏼🤩😜)

Sports can be stressful for many athletes, especially young kiddos! Athletes (no matter the age) put a lot of stress on their bodies every time they train. This stress can lead to interference within their nervous system--resulting in an inability to adapt to stressors. When stress overrides the capacity of our nervous system's adaptability -- injuries, sickness, and additional stress can set up shop. 😖👎🏼

Receiving consistent, neurologically-based chiropractic adjustments restores the body's ability to adapt to stressors. When we are better able to handle the stress sports put on athletes, we often see:
• fewer injuries 💪🏼
• quicker recovery 🏃🏽‍♀️
• more effective training 🏋🏼‍♀️
• decreased stress and anxiety 🧠
• improved sleep quality 💤
• enhanced performance 🤩

Based on a wide array of performance outcomes reported with chiropractic, it is clear that the overall effect of having a nervous system clear of interference allows the body to perform its best, regardless of the specific sport requirements. 🙌🏼

Chiropractic frees the nervous system from interference and allows the body to heal naturally and regulate like it was made to do! 🌟

Looking for a competitive edge? Many have found that extra boost with chiropractic! We'd love to keep your athlete functioning their best during this busy season! 🏅

06/15/2022

This little bear had his first adjustment (outside the womb 😝) at just a few days old! His mama is a total rockstar and had an amazing home birth with this sweet boy after a well adjusted pregnancy. His first adjustment was followed by a big diaper 💩, a long nap 💤, and a night of letting mama sleep for two hour stretches at a time 😴.

Even the most seamless, gentle, and perfect births can be stressful on mom & baby’s nervous systems. Chiropractic clears stress from the nervous system & allows the brain-body connection to work its absolute best! This chiro mama wanted to make sure she and baby were functioning their best as they make their way through the fourth trimester. 🌻

Getting to walk alongside growing families through every step is one of the greatest privileges of being a family chiro. We were blessed to be able to care for this mama during her pregnancy & were blessed to give her little man his first adjustment. There’s really nothing better! 🤍

06/14/2022

Did you know that the autonomic nervous system controls all functions within the body? 🧠

When there is an interference in the nervous system, this can create stress and tension within the spine and nervous system, ultimately creating an imbalance in life.

When our body is stuck on the "gas pedal" for too long, our nervous system gets stuck in fight or flight--ultimately leading to an imbalance between the brain + the body.

The goal of chiropractic is to remove interference within the nervous system, allowing the "brake pedal" to be initiated allowing for optimal rest, growth, and healing to take place!

A balanced nervous system between the "gas vs brake" cycle is key.

Are you ready to hit the brake pedal in your life? Roots Family Chiropractic would love to show you how chiropractic can benefit you + your family!

06/13/2022

We have some exciting 📣 news to share!

This past weekend Dr. Savanna successfully completed the 80-Hours of postdoctoral training sponsored by the Life University Department of Postgraduate Education and The Pediatric Experience and passed all exams and the final practical! This grants Dr. Savanna her Certificate of Proficiency 🎓 in Pediatric and Family Chiropractic and assures our community that the specialized care received here at Roots Family Chiropractic is truly world-class and encompasses the whole family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦!

The training included a deep dive into the science 🧠 of what is called The Perfect Storm 🌪 and the 10D Model of Subluxation, teaching doctors the exact mechanisms and neurology behind why so many kids get so sick and stressed so early in life.

Right now, sadly well over 50% of our children have at least one diagnosed chronic illness 😷, and in 1 in 6 struggle with mental health. And these studies were done before 2020 and all of that added stress and anxiousness our kids face (and their parents) have had added on here recently.

Additionally, the training from The Pediatric Experience and Life University focused on advanced levels of Analysis, Case Management, and what’s called the Neuro-Tonal Adjusting 🙌 approach. What that 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 got you! We know the exact science, steps, and clinical systems needed to get real results and truly ‘Expect Miracles’ for your entire family!

Hope. Answers. Help. That’s our 3-step promise to you, and we’re now able to deliver it better than ever!

If you’re already a patient, be sure to high five ✋ Dr. Savanna next time you see her — and if you’re not yet a patient at Roots Family Chiropractic, give us a call today and let’s get you and your family rocking your best health 😃 right away!

05/12/2022

Spring is a time for new beginnings & new possibilities 🌸

This kiddo wanted to bring in his new duckling & spread some joy this morning! 🐥

Every day we have the chance to change the health of ourselves & our families for the better! We are constantly presented with choices that take us closer to- or further away from being our healthiest. This means that the health of ourselves and our families is in our own hands! 🥳

With new seasons come new opportunities for change. The time for making moves toward better health for you & your kiddos is NOW! 🍃

Some of our favorite recommendations to boost your health are…🥁

CHIROPRACTIC 🤲🏼
Regular chiropractic adjustments ensure your brain & nervous system are adapting to life’s stressors! Keeping your brain & body in a state of adaption prevents stressors from compounding & negatively impacting your health.

GROUNDING 🌳
Getting outside & keeping your bare toes in the grass connects you to nature. This promotes a sense of relaxation & connection to self. Negative ions from the Earth help with reduced inflammation, better sleep, faster healing, and reduced cortisol levels.

SUNSHINE ☀️
Vitamin D (which comes from the sun) plays an important role in mood regulation & immune system function. Getting sunshine on your skin promotes production of vitamin D from a natural source.

HEALTHY FOODS 🥒
Spring is a great time for gardening! Planting and growing your own food helps ensure your food is being grown locally & with minimal processing. It’s also a great skill to pass on to younger generations! If you’re unable to grow your own food, seek out friends, family, and local farmers who may have an overflow of nutritious fruits & vegetables that are locally grown!

MOVEMENT 🤸🏼‍♀️
The weather has been amazing as spring rolls in! Use this time to get outside & start moving your body! Go for a walk as a family, go to the park, or start a new exercise routine. Regular movement helps boost mood, immune function, and decrease swelling (among many more benefits).

Ready to elevate your family’s health? Give us a call, send a DM, or book online! We’d love to be a part of your healing journey!
712-427-9035
www.rootsfamchiro.com

03/17/2022

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

We are so LUCKY to serve the sweet families in our community! 🌈

Thank you for trusting us with your family’s health! 💚

02/15/2022

LOVE is a chiropractic adjustment that releases the innate healing potential of the human body ❤️💕

These cuties stopped in with their valentine outfits on to get their nervous system checked & regulated. 💌

We absolutely LOVE our chiro kiddos & chiro families! It is a blessing to take care of the families in our community. Thank you for trusting us with you and your family’s health! 💝

01/26/2022

✨ the 4th trimester ✨

The 4th trimester is the 12 week period (and beyond) beginning after a MOTHER is born. This trimester consists of rapid changes both physically and mentally for a new mama. Getting to know your new babe (and taking care of older kiddos) while trying to heal yourself can be tough, even through this beautiful season.

At RFC, we love seeing postpartum mamas & helping ease their stress through the ever changing twists and turns of the 4th trimester. It's no secret that birth, while beautiful & transformational, can be stressful!

Our bodies manage stress in our nervous system, which innervates & coordinates all functions of the human body. A nervous system harboring stress can perform less than optimally, delaying healing and causing stress to build up throughout the entire body. Chiropractic care is essential to nervous system regulation & has endless benefits for mom and baby in the postpartum period, including:
✨Quicker recovery time from labor & delivery
✨Less incidence of postpartum depression
✨Restore proper spinal and pelvic biomechanics
✨Reduced need for pain medication
✨More comfort while breastfeeding
✨Greater production of breast milk
✨Referrals to other healthcare providers to assist in postpartum recovery

You deserve the absolute best for your postpartum period. We'd love to help you stay clear & connected during your journey.

01/25/2022