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Colic in Babies: Symptoms, Nervous System Regulation, and Chiropractic Care

September 30, 2026 No Comments
You have fed your baby, changed their diaper, burped them, rocked them, bounced them, walked around the house, turned on the sound machine, and taken one more drive around the neighborhood. But the moment the movement stops—or you try to put them down—the crying begins again. Your baby may clench their fists, pull their legs toward their belly, arch through their back, or become stiff and difficult to comfort. They may only settle while being held, moving, nursing, or sleeping upright on your chest. You know they are fed, warm, safe, and loved, but they still seem uncomfortable. Meanwhile, you…
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Constipation in Children: Symptoms, the Brain-Gut Connection, and Chiropractic Care

August 31, 2026 No Comments
You find yourself celebrating every successful bowel movement. You have tried prune juice, MiraLAX, prebiotics, probiotics, switching infant formulas, increasing water, changing foods, or adjusting the diet of the breastfeeding parent, but your child may still go days without pooping. When they finally do, they may strain, cry, hide, clench their body, or pass hard, dry, ball-like stools. Their stomach may become bloated, their appetite may change, and they may become increasingly uncomfortable or irritable. For some families, constipation begins to control everyday life. You track when your child last pooped, analyze every stomachache, worry about what they ate or…
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Emotional Dysregulation in Children: Symptoms, Nervous System Regulation, and Chiropractic Care

August 26, 2026 No Comments
You tell yourself that tomorrow will be better. Maybe getting ready for school will go more smoothly. Maybe your child will handle being told “no” without screaming, hitting, throwing something, or completely melting down. Maybe a small change in plans will not turn into a battle that leaves the entire family exhausted. But simply hoping tomorrow will be different does not provide lasting relief to a family—or, more importantly, to a child—struggling with emotional regulation. Your child may go from happy to furious in seconds. A simple request can trigger an intense reaction, a change in routine can feel like…
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ADHD in Children: Symptoms, Nervous System Regulation, and Chiropractic Care

August 10, 2026 No Comments
You’ve tried reward charts, visual schedules, movement breaks, quiet spaces, earlier bedtimes, and nearly every parenting strategy you could find. But your child’s body still seems to be moving at one hundred miles per hour. They may struggle to focus, act before thinking, interrupt constantly, become easily overwhelmed, or go from calm to completely dysregulated in seconds. Once their emotions take over, helping them settle may feel nearly impossible. At home, everyone is exhausted. At school, you may be hearing about difficulty listening, sitting still, following directions, completing tasks, or controlling impulsive behaviors. But you know your child. You know…
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5 Steps to Smoother Back-to-School Transitions for Kid with ADHD, SPD, & Anxiety

August 23, 2024 No Comments
As summer winds down and the back-to-school season looms on the horizon, we understand the unique mixture of hope and apprehension you might be feeling, especially if your child has ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), or anxiety. You know better than anyone that your child is creative, caring, and full of potential. But you also know that the structured environment, social pressures, and academic challenges of school can bring stress to your entire family. If you're lying awake at night worried about your child's sleep difficulties, their struggles with transitions, their ability to stay focused in class, or their challenges…
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Athletic Support

Keeping Young Athletes in Peak Condition

September 15, 2023 No Comments
As parents, we all want our children to have the best in life. For some, that includes nurturing a love of sports at a young age. However, participating in sports can be demanding, and it takes a toll on both the physical and mental health of young athletes. A full schedule of school, practices, and tournaments can leave little time for rest or downtime, which is why it's crucial to take proactive measures to protect developing bodies from injuries. That's where The Wellery comes in. As a sports injury chiropractor, Dr. Chadd offers a unique approach to keeping young athletes…
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Digestive Support

Understanding Chiropractic Care and Its Role in Alleviating Constipation

August 31, 2023 No Comments
Did you know that chiropractic care can help with constipation? Despite being known for relieving back pain, chiropractic care is actually a holistic approach to healing the body. Today, we’ll dive deep into how neurological-based chiropractic care can address the root causes of constipation, and how the Wellery can help you better understand the connection between your nervous system and gut health. Constipation is awful and can occur due to a variety of reasons, such as stress, lack of exercise or fiber intake, not drinking enough water, and certain medications. While dietary and lifestyle changes can help alleviate constipation, sometimes…
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The Importance of Tongue-Tie Care at The Wellery

August 18, 2023 No Comments
Tongue and lip ties are common issues for infants that can cause significant problems with their oral function and overall health. For many parents, finding a solution for their child's tongue or lip tie can be a frustrating and confusing process. But, there is hope!  At The Wellery, we specialize in tongue-tie chiropractic care, which involves removing nervous system stress and tension so that oral function can be properly assessed. In this blog, we will explain the importance of tongue-tie chiropractic care, and how we can empower parents to help their child.  At The Wellery, we have cared for many…
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