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Ballard Family Chiropractic

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Ballard Family Chiropractic

Growing a healthier community, one family at a time! Our goals is to help grow a healthier community, one family at a time!

Ballard Family Chiropractic offers hands-on, non-invasive care that focuses on healing the body from the inside-out. We offer pain relief and wellness care options and offer fully customized healthcare solutions for the entire family.

09/06/2025

Signs your baby might be overwhelmed:
• Can’t settle
• Arches back when held
• One side always tighter
• Only sleeps upright

Sound familiar? That’s not “just how your baby is.” That’s a nervous system trying to adapt to stress—and struggling.

Chiropractic care helps calm the system and support healthy development from day one. Want to understand what these signs REALLYmean? We'll break it down during our live Zoom class on Sept 23rd. Check out the link in our bio for more info!

09/05/2025

Latching struggles are rarely just about latch.

We work closely with incredible IBCLCs who know that when latch feels off, tension, tongue ties, and nerve stress may be part of the puzzle.

This month we’ll be teaming up to bring you insights, tips, and support—for you and your baby.

09/04/2025

Baby hates tummy time?
Let’s troubleshoot that.

• Start tummy time on your chest
• Use a rolled towel under arms
• Keep it short and sweet
• Try when baby is regulated, not overstimulated

This isn’t just about head strength. It’s about brain development, core stability, and sensory input. And if your baby still struggles, that could be a sign of nervous system stress.

09/03/2025

Birth is beautiful. But it’s also intense—for baby too.

The twisting, pulling, pushing, or tugging that happens (even in a "smooth" birth) affects your baby’s spine and nervous system. And when that system is stressed, it can show up as:
• Latch issues
• Colic or reflux
• Uneven head shape
• Poor sleep
• “Just doesn’t settle”

We check for subluxation—tiny shifts that impact how the body functions. Because babies can’t say “my neck hurts,” but their body still tells us something’s off.

09/02/2025

This month we’re focusing on the tiniest humans and the moms who love them. If your baby struggles with latching, hates tummy time, only turns their head one way, or just never seems settled… we want you to know something. Your baby isn’t broken. And you’re not doing anything wrong. There’s a reason behind every struggle—and that’s where we start. Stick with us all month as we break down the nervous system side of infant care.

08/31/2025

This month, we talked about routines, meltdowns, Insight Scans, and bedtime chaos. And more than anything, we talked about connection.

If you’ve been on the fence about getting started, this is your reminder. The longer stress sits in the nervous system, the deeper the patterns go. But change is always possible.

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

08/30/2025

Teens today are reporting record levels of stress from school expectations, social pressure, and sensory overload.

What looks like laziness or attitude often starts in the nervous system. If the brain is stuck in survival mode, no amount of tutoring or reminders will get through.

We use Insight Scans and personalized care to help kids get out of fight-or-flight and back into learning mode. The difference is real.

08/29/2025

Today is the last day to claim our School Year Kickstart offer. $30 off all new patient exams for kids through midnight tonight.

If your child is showing signs of stress, overwhelm, or struggling with focus and sleep… this is the time to start looking under the surface.

Text or call now to book:
📱 217-347-5010 or 618-389-6870

We got you.

08/28/2025

Wondering what a scan actually shows?

Red thermal spikes? Nerve stress.
Low HRV? Trouble adapting to change.
Tension lines? That “wired but tired” feeling.

These aren’t just numbers. They’re a map of how your child’s body is processing life. And when we see it, we can start helping.

08/27/2025

One in five kids struggles with anxiety or behavioral challenges. But here’s the hard truth—kids often reflect the stress of the household.

That doesn’t mean it’s your fault. It means support needs to include you too.

This is why we often care for the whole family. Because regulating one nervous system helps regulate the rest. Let’s get everyone supported.

08/26/2025

Overwhelmed after school? This one’s for the whole family.

Try the 4-7-8 breath:
✔ Inhale for 4
✔ Hold for 7
✔ Exhale for 8
✔ Repeat 3 times

It helps shift the brain from fight-or-flight into calm connection. Save this for post-school meltdowns, bedtime, or when you’re about to lose your mind too.

08/25/2025

The first few weeks of school can wreck sleep. Overstimulated brains, busy evenings, and emotional stress all play a part.

Here’s how to reset the rhythm:
✔ Dim lights 60 minutes before bed
✔ Stop screens 30 minutes before bed
✔ Try a warm bath or weighted blanket
✔ Add calming breaths along with tuck in snuggles

These aren’t just feel-good habits. They are nervous system tools. Want more support? Our School Year Kickstart promo runs through August 29.

Address

14225 E Rickelman Suite A
Effingham, IL
62401

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Website

http://www.ballardfamilychiro.com/

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Our Story

At Ballard Family Chiropractic, we believe that health is our most valuable possession. We may not always realize, but it is a simple fact, that we experience life THROUGH our nervous system. From taste and smell, to movement and touch, every sensation and function has to be communicated from our body to our brain and vice versa. Wouldn't it be amazing to not just believe, but to actually know that communication is perfect for you or your child? We believe so, and through the incredible power of chiropractic care, we know so. That's why the care we give is different.

Everyday, more individuals and families are seeking out ways to enhance their lives naturally and are turning to a chiropractor to do so. A chiropractic lifestyle is an opportunity for you to reduce stress on your body, support healing, and optimize the communication between your brain and body, which in turn will promote greater energy and a healthier, more vital life. Now is the time to make the positive changes that will ensure your health! If you are ready to take charge of your future, get in touch with us today!