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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Understanding the Impact of Individualized Care Plans on Your Child’s Health

At the heart of every Care Plan is the concept of neuroplasticity – a term that might sound technical, but its implications are both simple and profound. Neuroplasticity is about ensuring the nervous system – the command center of the body – remains in its optimal state and is capable of resting, healing, growing, and adapting. These capabilities are crucial for everyone, from the youngest infants who need their rest, to older children (and even parents), who must navigate the stressors of our fast-paced world.

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Dysautonomia and Connecting the Dots in Childhood Health Issues

This blog aims to shed light on dysautonomia, guiding you toward empowerment and hope. We'll explore what dysautonomia entails, its elusive nature to conventional diagnostics, and how Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care might be the key to rebalancing your child's nervous system and reclaiming their health.

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Do Kids “Grow Out Of” Things Like Colic, Reflux and Constipation?

For those nights you've spent awake, comforting your child through discomfort, or the days filled with trying to understand and manage tantrums, meltdowns, and sleepless nights, it's crucial to recognize that these aren't just fleeting phases. Your intuition as a parent—that sense that something deeper is affecting your child—is valid and supported by a growing understanding of how central and autonomic nervous system development plays a critical role in these conditions.

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Recognizing and Addressing Teen Burnout

As you know, being a parent is quite a journey filled with joy and challenges. Unfortunately, the stress, burnout, and exhaustion you experience as parents are not exclusive to you. In today's fast-paced world, our teens and young adults are also wrestling with mental, emotional, and physical health issues. The demands of school, sports, social media, and various relationships can take a toll on our teens, making it crucial for you parents to actively engage in supporting them. If your teen is struggling in any way and you’re not sure how to help them, this is the blog for you.

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

A Comprehensive Approach to Alleviating Fight or Flight Stress in Children

As dedicated pediatric chiropractors at Sprout Family Chiropractic, we have witnessed the struggles that countless children face – battles against unresolved anxiety, poor sleep, low immunity, and inflammation, despite the tireless efforts of you parents striving to support your child’s health. This struggle leaks into their behavior, marked by frequent meltdowns and an inability to self-calm or regulate. These persistent challenges may be indicative of a constant activated stress response causing struggles for their delicate nervous systems.

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Empowering Parents: The Science Behind Alleviating Children’s Growing Pains

This blog is for you parents who are seeking to empower yourselves with safe, drug-free solutions to ease your children’s growing pains once and for all. Let's uncover the science behind why some kids experience growing pains more than others and how stress and tension within the nervous system play a pivotal role.

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

Unlocking Torticollis: INSiGHT Scans and Chiropractic Care

As a parent, when you’re told your baby has something called torticollis, it can often leave you feeling helpless and unsure where to turn. As pediatric chiropractors specializing in infant care, we empathize with the challenges and uncertainties that come with a torticollis diagnosis. In this blog, we aim to empower parents with the knowledge and understanding they need to navigate this journey successfully.

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

What is Torticollis?

Do you suspect your child is struggling with torticollis? Has your child’s pediatrician or medical doctor diagnosed your baby with torticollis and you are wondering, “Now what?” This blog post is here to help you parents.

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

The Webster Technique: Why Every Mom Should Be Under Prenatal Chiropractic Care

If you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant and are looking into prenatal chiropractic care, this blog post is for you! Prenatal Chiropractic Care is a specialized form of chiropractic that encompasses three (3) different elements that greatly benefit both mom and baby during this special time…

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Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC Family, Pediatrics Dr. Nicole Wong-Homer, DC & Dr. Rachel Wong-Homer, DC

A Deep Dive into Nervous System Regulation

If you have tried various health interventions (you’re doing amazing) for your child but still struggle with issues like sleep, mood imbalances, and energy levels - this is for you. Nervous system regulation is a transformative way to enhance overall well-being for your child … and you!

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Overcoming Cerebral Palsy

A Case Study: Imagine you just had a baby and you are told he might be wheelchair bound for the rest of his life and might not be able to talk or feed himself. This was the case for a 3.5 week old baby because his brain didn’t get enough oxygen. This little boy had cerebral palsy.

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Understanding and Addressing Speech Delay in Children

Whether your child has been diagnosed with a speech delay or you suspect one, this blog aims to shed light on the science behind speech delays. Additionally, if your child is receiving speech therapy services but is still struggling or has plateaued with their results, we’ll get into how often traditional therapy is fantastic but not able to fully address the root cause. We’ll break down the neurology behind speech delays in kids and provide actionable steps to address the root cause.

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