Entries by Jessica Mercer

Can a chiropractor help a baby with a tongue or lip tie?

Introduction Does it seem like your baby is nursing for a long time but never appears full? Or maybe they are latching for just a moment but then releasing and crying.  If so, it’s natural to be concerned. A few different factors could contribute to this issue, including a lip tie or tongue tie. It […]

3 Natural ways to relieve sinus pressure!

It’s Spring in Florida which means our plants are wildly creating pollen and it might be impacting you! You might feel pressure on your face and think that it is just because of a cold or allergies that you’ve got. But, along with that, have you ever felt heaviness in your forehead and between the […]

3 holistic ways to help your kids with allergies!

Introduction Is your child suffering from a runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes? Allergy season can hit fast and hard, with sudden fits of sneezing, a non-stop runny nose and itchy eyes leaving you feeling miserable. Allergies can be truly disruptive and create a real imbalance in your child’s daily health and wellness. As a […]

How Can Chiropractic Care Boost the Immune System?

If you’ve noticed that you’re often sick, feel fatigued or have other nagging symptoms you can’t figure out, it may mean your immune system is weakened. If you’re wondering how chiropractic care can boost your immune system, you’ve come to the right place! Before seeing how chiropractic care can boost the immune system, let’s first […]

How Chiropractic care can help with Sinus pressure in kids

You know the pressure we are talking about. Sinus pressure feels like a bag of sand is sitting on your face and somehow your thoughts become foggy. Sinus problems are very uncomfortable feelings that have a negative effect on your day-to-day lifestyle. As adults, we struggle to manage the symptoms – imagine what our kiddos […]

How does Chiropractic care help with Torticollis?

Does your baby have limited neck movement or keep their head tilted to one side? If you answered yes, your baby may have torticollis (or wryneck). This is when the child twists or tilts his or her neck to the side, angling it so the chin is turned to the other side.  Let’s dive deep […]

Can chiropractic care help with Sensory Processing issues?

 Have you noticed your child seems extra clumsy? Do they freak out about certain clothes? Do they react negatively to loud noise and bright lights? It’s not unusual for your child to be sensitive from time to time, but if these behaviors impact your child’s life at home, school and the world, your child may exhibit […]

How does chiropractic care help with asthma?

Shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing? Do you or a loved one live with these struggles? Are you familiar with this? You may be feeling the effects of asthma. Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways. It can occur at any age but is more common in children. […]

How Chiropractic Care Can Help with Constipation in Infants

Stomach pains? Fussy infant? Bloated? As a parent, anything can send you into a panic when it comes to the health of your child and that includes constipation and digestive issues too. Constipation is when it is difficult for your baby to poop or when they are not pooping as often as normal. The question […]

How to determine if your body is ready for labor and delivery?

Wondering if your body is prepared for labor and delivery? We measure the “stress” in your body to find out.  Our bodies are well equipped to handle stress in small doses, but when that stress becomes long-term or chronic, it can have serious effects on your body and its ability to innately give birth.  Why […]