11/16/2025
“I often say in my classes that the greatest benefit of working with the breastfeeding dyad is that we, pediatric Chiropractors, have the opportunity to get our hands on more babies to deliver skilled adjustments that serve, not only to restore the breastfeeding relationship (which, in and of itself, is a critical aspect of the physical and emotional health of the baby), but it also serves as early intervention of neurodevelopmental challenges. The very same subluxations or misalignments (stress, strain, trauma, etc…) that initially interrupts the baby’s ability to feed, later can interrupt the way the child can or cannot interact normally with their environment.” – Lynn Gerner, DC, FICPA
Feeding challenges are often the first sign of deeper neuro-biomechanical imbalances that can affect a child’s lifelong development. In this powerful article, Dr. Lynn Gerner explores how early spinal and cranial misalignments can impact breastfeeding, neurodevelopment, emotional regulation and more.
✨ Keep reading the full article now: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-challenges-a-window-to-your-babys-brain.html