Dr. Matthew Liles

01/09/2026

Ever notice your kids acting a little extra around the full moon? 👀 Parents have been saying it for generations - more meltdowns, restless nights, and big emotions.
The thing is, while the moon itself isn’t necessarily causing the chaos, it often lines up with something bigger happening in your child’s body…their nervous system working overtime.

When their little nervous system is stressed or stuck in “go, go, go mode,” it’s harder for kids to regulate emotions, settle at bedtime, or sleep soundly. Add in the excitement of fall activities, sugar, and busier schedules - and suddenly, those full moon nights feel even wilder! 🌕✨

Chiropractic care helps clear stress from the nervous system so kids can:

🤍Shift more easily from “fight or flight” into calm
🤍 Regulate emotions with less overwhelm
🤍 Settle into deeper, more consistent sleep
🤍 Adapt more easily into the busy season

So, if you’ve ever wondered why your little ones seem to “turn into werewolves” around the full moon 😉… remember that supporting their nervous system makes it easier for them to stay grounded and rested through all the holiday fun! 🤍

01/09/2026

You’ve made a birth plan.
You’ve packed the bag, read the books, and taken the classes. But, what’s often missing in birth prep is support for the nervous system - the very system guiding your body through every stage of labor, delivery, and recovery.

Your nervous system plays a central role in:

✨ Coordinating contractions
✨ Regulating pain perception
✨ Helping your body shift between progress and rest
✨ Supporting hormone flow and emotional regulation
✨ Recovering in the hours, days, and weeks postpartum

When your nervous system is clear and connected, your body is more adaptable, more in tune, and more prepared to do what it was designed to do.
That’s why chiropractic care during pregnancy is so beneficial! It’s essential for helping your body function at its best during one of the most important transitions of your life.

That kind of support deserves a spot on every birth plan. 🤍

01/09/2026

We’ve all heard it called “cold and flu season”…but, there’s no “season” for germs. They’re around all year long. What changes this time of year is us.

As routines get busier, sugar intake rises, sleep gets disrupted, and stress piles on, the nervous system starts to carry more than it can handle. And when the nervous system is overloaded, the immune system is too - making it harder for your body to adapt and fight off what’s going around.

That’s why some families seem to catch EVERYTHING in November and December, while others breeze through with just a sniffle or two. The difference isn’t luck, it all comes down to adaptability.

Chiropractic care helps clear stress patterns in the nervous system so the body can:

💪🏻 Respond more efficiently to germs
😴 Rest deeply to recover and repair
🧠 Communicate clearly between brain + immune system
🌿 Stay resilient, even when life gets busy

So the next time you wonder why your family always seems sick this time of year, remember - supporting the nervous system gives your immune system the foundation it needs to do its job. ✨

01/09/2026

The holiday season has a way of pulling us in a hundred directions at once. Between school events, travel, and family gatherings, it’s easy to get swept up in the hustle and forget what actually keeps us well.

Here are a few habits to anchor your family this season - practices that support both your health and your happiness:

1. Be intentional with your energy.
The people and environments you surround yourself with matter. Protect your family’s space by saying yes only to what feels aligned, and create quiet moments at home where everyone can recharge.

2. Support your nervous system.
When your nervous system is regulated, your body adapts better to stress, travel, late nights, and the inevitable sugar overload. Chiropractic adjustments, deep breathing, or even five minutes of quiet can make a noticeable difference in how your whole family shows up.

3. Create anchors, not rigid schedules.
Holiday calendars can get unpredictable, and that’s okay! Instead of stressing over the clock, focus on simple anchors your family can count on - reading a story before bed, turning on soft music while you cook, or taking a short evening walk. These steady moments signal safety and rhythm to the nervous system, no matter how busy the day has been.

4. Choose presence over perfection.
Your kids (and your nervous system) don’t need flawless decorations or a magazine-worthy dinner. They need you present, engaged, and willing to laugh when things get messy.

5. Nourish from the inside out.
Hydration, whole foods, and movement may sound simple, but they’re the foundation for energy, resilience, and mood - all the things we need to enjoy the season fully.

This year, let’s let go of the pressure and lean into habits that help us feel grounded, connected, and well, because that’s the standard our families deserve all year long! ✨

01/09/2026

Seasonal Affective Disorder: When the Season Feels Heavy 🌥

For some, the colder months feel cozy. For others, they feel heavy. While it’s easy to chalk it up to winter blues, your body may actually be struggling to adapt to shorter days, weather changes, and disrupted routines.

If you’ve noticed yourself feeling foggy, unmotivated, or less like “you” this time of year, that’s your nervous system signaling that it’s feeling some strain. Constant survival mode drains the energy your body normally uses for things like focus, patience, and emotional balance.

But, your nervous system can learn to adapt! Just like training a muscle, creating clarity in your nervous system builds resilience over time. That’s where chiropractic care comes in. By keeping brain-body communication clear, your body has more capacity to:

✨ Find steadier rhythms for sleep + energy
✨ Process stress without feeling so weighed down
✨ Lift some of the fog that makes life feel harder than it should
✨ Create the space to feel present, grounded, and lighter again

If this season feels heavy for you (or your kids), know that you’re not
alone - and it’s not something you have to simply push through. Supporting your nervous system can help bring back more of the light, even on darker days. 🤍

01/09/2026

For kids, November is a month of excitement and change - special treats like apple cider and Thanksgiving pies, a school schedule that gets interrupted by holidays, and extra family time during long weekends. While it’s fun and memorable, it can also be a lot for their little bodies to process.

Your child’s nervous system is the foundation for how well they adapt. It helps regulate sleep, mood, immune function, and digestion - all the areas that get tested when routines shift and sugar sneaks in more often.

When the nervous system is clear and balanced, kids can:

✨ Sleep more soundly, even when schedules change
✨ Regulate their emotions more easily during transitions
✨ Stay resilient against the wave of seasonal germs
✨ Enjoy treats without their bodies feeling overwhelmed

Simple ways you can support them this month include anchoring them with steady habits (like reading together before bed), giving their bodies extra hydration to balance out the sweets, and making time for true rest amidst the busy days.
And of course, chiropractic care helps keep their nervous system adaptable - so they can soak in all the joy of the season without being weighed down by stress, sickness, or meltdowns!

Let this November be filled with more laughter, more memory-making, and more space to enjoy the magic around you.

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01/09/2026

🧠✨ Adaptability > Immunity ✨🍂

Every fall and winter, the conversation turns to immunity. How do we fight germs? How do we avoid getting sick?

But, your body was never designed to live in a bubble, protected from every virus or bacteria. Germs are part of our world, and always will be. What matters most isn’t whether you’re exposed, but how your body responds.

That’s where adaptability comes in! A well-regulated nervous system gives your body the ability to:

🌿 Recognize what’s a threat and what’s not
🌙 Respond to stress without burning through reserves
💪 Coordinate the immune system so it can do its job effectively
✨ Recover more quickly when challenges do come your way

When the nervous system is stressed or stuck in overdrive, every exposure feels bigger. But, when it’s clear and balanced, your body can adapt - and that’s what real resilience looks like!

So this season, instead of focusing only on “fighting germs,” shift your focus to building adaptability. True health isn’t about avoiding every challenge…it’s about having the capacity to move through them with more ease.

01/09/2026

There’s something about gratitude that softens the edges of a busy season. 🍂✨

When life feels full, stressful, or even overwhelming, taking a moment to pause and name what you’re thankful for can shift everything! It doesn’t mean the stress disappears, but it does change the way your body carries it.

Gratitude has a calming effect on the nervous system. It tells your body: “You’re safe. You can exhale.” When that happens, your heart rate steadies, your breathing deepens, and your brain and body reconnect in a more peaceful rhythm. 🧠🤍

The beauty of this is that your kids notice it, too. When you model gratitude - even in small ways, like saying what you’re thankful for at the dinner table or writing a note to a friend - you’re showing them what it looks like to move through life with calm, connection, and presence.

This season, give yourself permission to slow down and lean into thankfulness. Your nervous system will feel it, your family will feel it, and the simple moments will carry more meaning.

And, just like gratitude helps your body shift into balance, chiropractic care supports a clear, well-regulated nervous system - giving you the capacity to move through life with more clarity, balance, and connection.

What’s one simple thing you’re thankful for today?

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

Holiday Headaches 🎄🤕

’Tis the season for twinkle lights, cozy gatherings…and for many people, headaches that seem to pop up right when the calendar gets busiest.
Between holiday travel, late nights, sugary treats, family stress, and endless to-do lists, your nervous system can feel overloaded. And when the nervous system is carrying too much stress, one of the first places it shows up is in tension patterns that trigger headaches.

👉 A dysregulated nervous system keeps your body stuck in “fight or flight,” which tightens muscles, heightens sensitivity to light and sound, and makes it harder for your body to reset.
👉 A regulated nervous system allows your body to adapt to stress with more ease, release tension, and restore balance — giving you the capacity to move through the season with less pain and more presence.

So if headaches feel like part of your holiday tradition, it’s time to change the story. Supporting your nervous system with chiropractic care (and pairing it with rest, hydration, and mindful breaks) helps you enjoy the season for what it’s meant to be — full of connection, not discomfort.

✨ Here’s to more cheer and fewer headaches this December. ✨