Expressions of Life Chiropractic

09/10/2025

During World War II, when the world was in turmoil and resources were scarce, breastfeeding wasn’t just a personal choice it was considered an act of service to one’s country. With formula hard to come by, milk from a mother’s body became a lifeline, nourishing babies when nothing else could. Posters even urged women to see breastfeeding as patriotic, reminding them that every drop of milk was part of the war effort.

Today, while the battlefield looks different, the courage of mothers remains the same. Every time you nurse your baby through the exhaustion, the doubts, and the long nights you are giving life, strength, and security in a world that doesn’t always feel steady. You may not see a poster hanging in your honor, but know this, what you are doing is powerful, timeless, and worthy of recognition. 🤱💪

You are not just feeding a baby you are continuing a legacy of resilience that has carried humanity through its darkest hours.

09/08/2025

Good information to save, mamas!

07/29/2025

Night-time breastfeeding: how is your sleep and mental health mama's?

07/08/2025

Update for Tues July 8th- I have my backup phone, but any texts received between midnight last night and 130p today have NOT been received. I am not sure if I will get them when I get my actual phone back or not. So, ANY TIME: if you have texted me and I have not responded within 24hrs, please reach out again!

07/08/2025

Hey all, dropped my phone when I arrived at the office this morning and now my screen is black. You can try to reach me via fb messenger until my husband sees this and saves me with an old phone.

07/03/2025

I just love how intelligent the dance of birth is!

06/19/2025

“During the moro reflex, you may notice when a baby is startled by a loud noise or sudden change in their position, they take a deep breath in, raise their arms quickly, and begin to cry in search of their mother. This reflex is essential for survival for the newborn, ensuring connection with caregivers and even preventing SIDS. This reflex is activated in labor by the sensation of pressure of contractions and position changes in the womb. Another reflex, called the asymmetrical tonic neck reflex, plays an important role by helping baby rotate through the birth canal. This reflex (also called ATNR) helps children drive motor skills, eye tracking, reading, writing, and overall coordination. The rooting reflex, which is essential for showing hunger cues and latching at the breast, is activated in labor to help the baby rotate as they descend down the birth canal.” – Dr. Steph Libs, DC, CACCP

Natural labor and birth activate essential reflexes that spark a baby’s nervous system and build the foundation for future development. From the twists and turns of descending the birth canal to the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex—and these cardinal movements are evidence of the perfect connection between mother and baby.

Keep reading “Your Baby’s Movements Are Building Their Brain–Literally” in Issue 85 of Pathways: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/childrens-health-wellness/your-babys-movements-are-building-their-brain-literally.html

04/30/2025

A perspective on how/why adjusting the upper neck can help babies who struggle with constipation.

“Just like the rest of the cranial nerves, the accessory nerve innervating the upper back and neck responds to a specific kind of emotional distress, and this is a feeling of being ‘unable to turn the body, head or neck sufficiently.’ If we have difficulty moving our head or neck, and if this causes acute emotional distress, then the accessory nerve immediately responds to adapt the muscles of the neck and back. Along with this response, there occurs a partial paralysis of the smooth musculature that lines the outer wall of the trapezius.

Because they are embryologically linked, this unique distress affecting the accessory nerve can simultaneously activate the vagus nerve to signal a peristaltic immobility in the intestines. In other words, the unique emotional distress of ‘not being able to move the head or neck sufficiently,’ can lead to a simultaneous peristaltic constipation in the intestines!” –John Ohm

By understanding the connection between the nervous system, our emotions and infant digestion, we can gain new insight into why infants experience constipation and indigestion.

Pediatric chiropractic care’s ability to provide specific adjustments to the head and neck, along with recognizing specific forms of infant distress, illuminates how we can foster better digestion for our infants’ and support their nervous system’s functioning.

Keep reading “The Cranial Nerves and Infant Digestion: A New Lens for Understanding Constipation” by John Ohm from the latest issue of Pathways: https://pathwaystofamilywellness.org/breastfeeding/the-cranial-nerves-and-infant-digestion-a-new-lens-for-understanding-constipation.html

04/30/2025

There are some truly genius ideas here!

01/31/2025

Breast milk isn't only the perfect food and immunity-builder for your baby—did you know it can also help soothe and heal diaper rash?

With its powerful anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, breast milk has been shown in studies to be as effective as traditional treatments for managing mild to moderate diaper dermatitis, like hydrocortisone cream!

👉🏼In one study involving 150 infants, breast milk cleared up diaper rash within seven days—matching the results of 1% hydrocortisone cream.

👉🏼Another study even compared breast milk to a zinc oxide barrier cream for moderate to severe cases in newborns. While both treatments showed similar improvement times, the study highlighted the incredible healing properties breast milk offers when applied topically.

Here’s why it works:

✨ Antimicrobial Action: Helps fight bacteria and yeast that can irritate sensitive skin.
✨ Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Soothes redness and reduces swelling.
✨ Gentle and Natural: Perfect for delicate baby skin without any harsh chemicals.

How to Use Breast Milk for Diaper Rash:

• Express a small amount of milk and apply it to the affected area.
• Let the milk air-dry before putting on a clean diaper.
• Repeat at every diaper change for best results.

For extra care, pair this with other supportive measures:

• Frequent diaper changes to reduce skin contact with irritants.
• Diaper-free time to let skin breathe.
• Gentle cleansing with warm water or mild, fragrance-free wipes.
• Avoid powders or harsh products that can irritate sensitive skin.

For stubborn rashes, using a natural barrier cream like calendula salve can provide additional protection, offering healing benefits without the use of petroleum-based products. 🌿

Interested in learning more tips for nurturing your baby’s delicate skin—and your postpartum recovery? Get your copy of my classic book Natural Healthy Babies and Children. It's how I raised my littles!

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12/29/2024

Moderation in everything... and constantly monitor the day to day needs.

11/29/2024

PSA: All small business owners- if you have not heard- You may be required to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report before January 1st. I had heard nothing of this through my accountant, nor my governing chiropractic board. nor any of my chiropractic associations. Supposedly it takes all of 10minutes, but to not do it can cost you significant fines.