Awaken Family Chiropractic

08/12/2025

✨Scheduling change!✨

08/11/2025

The start of the new school year is right around the corner? How do you want your kids handling the first few days/weeks? For a lot of kids, the transition between summer and school can be a challenging one. Routine changes, different bedtimes or earlier mornings, mental exhaustion, etc. can be a big struggle the first few weeks back!😮‍💨

It is natural for your kids to experience a variety of emotions during these changes, and sometimes their bodies need a little extra support. Make sure you are getting them in to see a chiropractor during this time!

Check out a few other tips at easing these back-to-school emotions!♥️

08/08/2025

Looking for something fun (and free!) to do with your kiddos this weekend? Look no further than The Arc of East Central Iowa’s Touch-A-Truck event held out at Kirkwood! This event was SO much fun last summer, and it’s sure to be a big hit again!🚑🚒🚜🚨

It's finally here! Tomorrow, Saturday, August 9th - Touch -A- Truck!

Be sure to join us for this family friendly, all inclusive, event for all ages! We have over 50 vehicles attending and you will be able to get up close and personal with all of them!

Saturday, August 9th
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
*11:00 - Noon | Sensory Hour - No lights or sirens will be used.
Kirkwood Community College - North Parking Lot of Linn Hall

FREE Community Event - ALL ARE WELCOME!

Presented By: The Arc of East Central Iowa
Event Sponsors: UFG Insurance & Van Meter
Location Sponsor: Kirkwood Community College
Media Sponsor: Don Hummer Trucking

Event Details: https://www.facebook.com/share/1G1YkD5PEZ/

08/07/2025

Did you know…⁉️

It’s estimated that at least 30% of infants struggle with constipation💩 But just because it’s COMMON does not mean that it’s NORMAL.

Regular bowel movements are essential for a healthy functioning gut!🤗

Symptoms of constipation in infants can include…
▪️Infrequent bowel movements
▪️Painful bowel movements
▪️Irritability
▪️Bloating
▪️Changes in eating & sleeping habits

And while there can be several different causes of constipation, one common reason is dysfunction with the nervous system! This is where chiropractic care can be a BIG asset for families with little ones struggling with constipation.

If your kiddo is struggling, reach out and let us help!
💻awakenfamilychiro.com
📞319.826.6879

08/05/2025

Ouch! Those round ligament pains are no joke!💥

During pregnancy, the round ligament (shown in the anatomy picture below) connects the front of the uterus to the groin region. Round ligament pain often occurs in the second trimester of pregnancy and can extend into the third. As your uterus and belly grows, it stretches the round ligaments and can cause them to spasm or tighten, which can cause sudden or sharp pain!🤰🏻

Is there anything you can do about it? Short answer: YES!🙌🏼

Prenatal chiropractic care is HUGELY beneficial. Dr. Erica is certified in a chiropractic technique known as the Webster Technique, which is a combination of specific, gentle adjustments and soft tissue work. This approach can help with:

✅ Aches and pains related to spinal alignment
✅ Promote optimal space for the developing baby (ligaments attach directly to the uterus and the sacrum)
✅ Reduce the round ligament pain

Another great resource for daily stretches and activities that safe and recommended during pregnancy is Spinning Babies! Some of these activities can be found here: www.spinningbabies.com/pregnancy-birth/daily-activities

If you’re an expecting mama and wanting to feel and function your best during your pregnancy, reach out to us!

07/29/2025

‼️‼️Just a HEADS UP if you haven't driven this way to come see us! Find an alternate route, for the time being‼️‼️

07/23/2025

The Impact of Screen Time on the Nervous System

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07/22/2025

We aren’t riding in RAGBRAI… but we’re celebrating in spirit with a RAGBRAI t-shirt and an adjustment, of course!👐🏼🚴🏼

Good luck to all those riding!

07/09/2025

Do you know how easy it is to request an appointment through our page?📆

Easy as 1️⃣-2️⃣-3️⃣!

07/09/2025

💥HEADACHES💥...are no fun😤

Did you know⁉️ If you suffer from any of these three common types of headaches, chiropractic care can absolutely help!👇🏼

It's true that many different things can contribute to headaches... dehydration, poor diet, infection, etc. but, often times, one common denominator is spinal misalignments and disruptions to normal nervous system function!

Keep up with regular chiropractic adjustments and minimize headaches!🙌🏼☺️

07/04/2025

As a reminder, we are CLOSED today!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!🇺🇸🎆

See you next week!

07/03/2025

We love hearing from our patients and their big wins with chiropractic care!