
08/15/2025
Is your baby dealing with reflux? Did you know chiropractic care can help?
Most parents are surprised to learn that infant reflux or GERD is typically caused by “stress” in baby’s nervous system (which can be gently and effectively addressed with specialized pediatric chiropractic!)
We know what you’re thinking- how would a baby be “stressed”?
🔹 The physical stresses of birth or even their position in utero can cause misalignments (subluxations in chiro lingo!).
Subluxations can affect the functioning of the nervous system, disrupting communication between the brain and the rest of the body.
This simply means: the nervous system is controlling your baby’s gastrointestinal (GI) system.
🔹 These nervous system disruptions can influence the coordination of the swallowing reflex, which can lead to difficulties in swallowing, potentially contributing to the regurgitation of breast milk or formula.
They can also affect the normal rhythmic contractions of the digestive tract, known as peristalsis. Changes in GI motility can lead to slower or irregular movement of food through the digestive system, contributing to reflux.
🙌🏻 Gentle adjustments by a specially trained pediatric chiropractor help promote the parasympathetic (rest and digest) side of the nervous system.
This helps calm your baby and improve the overall function of their brain/body connection.
But don’t worry! I have helped countless babies with reflux or GERD at my specialized pediatric chiropractic clinic in Coronado, CA!
To book an appointment, tap the link in bio or call 📲 619-537-6833