Baby health
Why the First Year After Birth Matters More Than We Think
The first year after birth is often described as a season of survival. Sleepless nights, feeding schedules, physical recovery, and emotional adjustment can leave parents feeling like they are simply trying to keep their heads above water. But beneath the day-to-day demands, something far more significant is happening.
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Quick Fixes
We live in a world that loves instant results. A world of overnight shipping, one-click ordering, and 10-minute miracles. But healing isn’t a checkbox – it’s a process. Let’s talk about quick fixes.
Read MoreSupporting Your Baby Through Tongue Tie and Lip Ties
As a new mom, you may have anticipated the joy of breastfeeding your baby, but what if feeding becomes a struggle instead of the bonding experience you imagined? For many families, two of the unexpected challenges are tongue and lip ties, conditions that can significantly impact breastfeeding success and feeding.
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons Why Your Baby May Benefit from Chiropractic Care
Many parents are opting for chiropractic care for their babies to ensure optimal development and well-being. Let’s explore why babies may benefit from chiropractic care.
Read MoreStep-by-Step: Why Crawling is Crucial for your Baby’s Development
Crawling is a vital milestone in a baby’s development, and it provides many benefits that will be useful throughout their lives.
Read MoreThe Ins and Outs of Paced Bottle Feeding
Paced bottle feeding is a feeding method that mimics breastfeeding by controlling the flow of milk that your baby takes in. However, it can also be one of the most challenging, especially if you are a first-time mom.
Read MoreWhat is Flat Head Syndrome and How Can We Prevent It?
‘Flat head syndrome’ is a condition that results in a baby’s head becoming flat or misshapen. Parents can work with qualified health practitioners to screen, reposition and help our babies overcome their flat spots.
By Dr Keevara Raidoo
Read MoreDr Chantel’s Tummy Time Cheat Sheet
Tummy time is crucial for your baby’s development. “Tummy Time” is a cute name that describes exactly what it is, it’s the time that a baby spends on their tummy and because it’s super important for baba’s development, it should be started as soon as you both get home from hospital. Place your baby on…
Read MoreHow to Boost your Baby’s Brain Development
Helping your baby’s brain develop in healthy ways is a lot easier than you think. When I started University I had no idea that baby chiropractic was even a thing. In my 5th year, I remember our lecturer discussing the idea of adjusting newborns after birth, the impact this could have on a child’s brain…
Read MoreDr Chantel’s baby reflux cheat sheet
So your little one has been diagnosed with baby reflux and may have been put on medication or maybe not. If you have already seen me for an appointment, I mentioned this little cheat sheet. Because let’s face it, it’s a lot of information to take in! I totally understand the emotional toll that baby…
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