Pregnancy Squat Variations

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During pregnancy, squats are an excellent resistance exercise to maintain strength and range of motion in the hips, glutes, core, and pelvic floor muscles. When performed correctly, squats can help improve posture, and they have the potential to assist with the birthing process. This is such a simple exercise to add to your day. We know you have a lot on your plate. Did you add squats into your daily routine when you were pregnant? Share your experience in the comments!
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Raising Healthy Kids Pt. 4

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Raising healthy kids

Part 4: Innate Development

Here at Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, we love talking all things growth and development when it comes to your little one! While we tend to only focus on the time frames, know that your little one may develop earlier, right in the middle, or later that these ranges - and that's OKAY!

The MOST important thing about milestones is hitting them in the correct order and not skipping any milestones!

The way we innately develop through milestones is crucial not only for our neurology but as well as cognitive development and behavior.

Swipe right for our favorite tips for optimal growth and development 👉🏼
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Insight Scans

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Did you know that we live our entire lives through our nervous systems?

Every movement, sensation, emotion, and organ function is under the guidance of the nerves

Here at Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, we perform a neurological assessment on day 1 and throughout your care with us to track progress on your health journey.

The insight scans are made up of the three most critical spinal-neural tests: Heart Rate Variability, Surface EMG, and Thermal Scan which tell us how stress is impacting your overall health and well-being. It precisely detects where and how deep the problem is. Chronic stress and body tension over time can hinder our overall health.

Based on your individualized neurological assessment, Dr. Randy will develop a highly personalized care plan with the goal of moving toward optimal neuro-spinal function.

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Raising Healthy Kids Pt. 3

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Raising healthy kids

Part 2: Immunity

The best thing you can do for your child’s immune system is to take the necessary steps to KEEP them healthy right from the start!

Building a strong foundation from the start can be crucial to keeping your kiddos healthy and happy!

When it comes to viruses and other sicknesses, our first line of defense is to choose an overall healthy LIFESTYLE! There are many preventive measures we can implement into our everyday lives to keep our kiddo's immune system balanced and functioning at its highest potential! ⁣

- Regular chiropractic adjustments

Did you know that the nervous system has a direct connection to immune function? When the nervous system is clear of any interference, the immune system can regulate properly!

- Try garlic oil vs antibiotics

We recommend trying garlic oil for ear infections rather than going straight to antibiotics! @shoporganicolivia has a great kids' line that we recommend.

- Use essential oils

Thieves, lavender, and oregano are great essential oils to support the immune system. How to use them? 5 drops of each oil diluted and rolled down the spine/on the feet.

- Probiotics for gut health

We recommend @klaire_labs probiotics for littles to optimize the gut-immune system! We carry them in the office if you are local.

- Let fevers do their things

Did you know fevers are a good thing for the body? It’s the way the body gets rid of the nasty bugs circulating! Take an Epsom salt bath and lots of skin-to-skin cuddles to help support the fever naturally!

What are things you are doing to set your kiddo's immune system up for success? Let us know in the comments below!

Optimal Position During Pregnancy

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Throughout pregnancy, the growing body tries to adapt to the weight gain, increase of hormones, and postural changes that follow. These postural changes increase the risk of sacral/pelvic imbalance at any given time. The bones of the pelvis and the supportive network of ligaments, tendons, muscles, and associated nerves are all under constant pressure and change. The resulting torsion and inflammation of imbalanced muscles and ligaments may then prevent the baby from comfortably assuming the best possible position for their birthing.

Here at Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, Dr. Randy is Webster Certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Webster technique is defined as "A specific chiropractic analysis and diversified adjustment for pelvic balance during pregnancy allowing for optimal fetal positioning (head down/anterior) for an easier, safer birth. The goal of the adjustment is to reduce the effects of sacral subluxation and/or SI Joint dysfunction. In so doing, neuro-biomechanical function in the pelvis is improved.”

Prenatal chiropractic care is essential for optimal positioning during pregnancy, allowing the body to be in a state of ease for a safer and easier birth process.

Dr. Randy's Favorite Parker Principle

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Dr. Randy went to school at Parker University in Dallas, TX. One of the main reasons he chose to go there was because of the Parker Principles. These principles were developed by Dr. Jim Parker, the founder of Parker University. They are grounded in compassionate care and loving service. The most well-known principle is, “Loving service is my first technique.” Dr. Randy feels the principle, “Develop a compassion to serve that is greater than the compulsion to survive,” is what helped him to cling to the “loving service,” principle!

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We're Closed This Week

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Happy Monday and we hope you enjoyed your time with friends and family over spring break! Dr. Randy will undergo surgery today to repair his shoulder injury and take off the remainder of the week to recover. We'll keep you updated on any developments we need to keep you in the loop. Check here or your text messages for any updates! We're sending Dr. Randy and his family all the love and healing vibes 🙏

Dr. Randy's Surgery Update

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Our lives tend to throw curveballs when we least expect it. We have been given quite a few recently and needed to send this update.

The first curveball was my original injury that has required me to get surgery. For the longevity of my arm and my ability to take the best care of our patients, we felt it was best to get it taken care of right away.

The second curveball is the other chiropractor (that I had arranged to come in and to cover adjustments until I was able to be back to being close to normal) just informed me that he has had his own injury and will no longer be able to help.

So what do we do?

The surgery date has been changed. We are going to have to alter our original plan to start up on March 28th. We are now going to need to take the last week of March off so that I can recover from surgery that is being done on the 27th. There will be no adjustments March 27-31st.

With that being said, we are planning on keeping the appointments scheduled the first week of April. Depending on how recovery goes, there may be some adaptations at first. They will be much like the adaptations I had to make with the adjustments just after my injury. I have many things scheduled personally to do post surgery to make sure that recovery goes as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your understanding in this situation. We know it is not ideal. But I am optimistic and I look forward to getting back to normal as soon as possible.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out either at the office: 208-357-1949 (you may reach the voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible) or on my cell phone: 208-521-6523.

Dr. Randy

P.s. Thank you for your patience with the text messaging. We know it’s annoying getting multiple texts for each family member. We are working on it with our software company. Thank you.

Raising Healthy Kids Pt. 2

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During the first 2 years of life, a child’s brain is forming neural connections at an exponential rate! Physical interactions, touch, free play, and sleep mainly fuel these connections.

The American Academy of Pediatrics calls for no screen time for children until 18 to 24 months, except for video chatting, and says kids ages 2 to 5 should get an hour or less of screen time per day! 👏🏼

Why is no screen time necessary?

👉🏼 screen time requires little to no movement or effort, therefore it’s not aiding developmental milestones or muscle strength

👉🏼 images on a screen can move too fast for a developing brain to process and have been shown to alter attention span

👉🏼 your little ones need to be a little “bored”... when they are constantly overstimulated, it makes it more difficult for them to rely on themselves for imaginative play and entertainment

👉🏼 poor posture, especially during the age of such crucial spinal development.

We encourage you to get on the ground with your little one and interact with free play, get outside and explore nature, and connect and grow with your little one as they grow and develop! 🌟
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The Postpartum Period

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Have you found yourself wondering, "What do I actually need during the postpartum period to support myself and my baby?"

Here at Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, we love supporting mothers during this new season of life. While the postpartum period is technically forever-- we recommend intentionally supporting new parents through the first year of the newborn's life.

A few of our favorites are:

1. Incorporating skin-to-skin and baby-wearing daily.

2. Chiropractic care is not only for supporting the mom's nervous system but for the baby as well. A regulated nervous system for both mom and baby is important for bonding and healing.

3. Nourishing the "womb space" with warm foods such as bone broth, herbal teas, and soups is vital for the first few months.

A favorite book to check out is "The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother."

4. Finding a support team to help you rehab and rebuild physically and emotionally. Our local favorites are:

@lilyarden_lactation

@yourpelvicrehab

5. Connection to self and to others is important for parenthood. Taking time to see friends and family, for self-care including meditation, prayer, breathwork, and intentional movement helps new parents reground and recenter during this new season.

Need support during the postpartum period? We would love to be a part of your postpartum journey!

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Raising Healthy Kids Pt. 1

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The first few years of our kids' lives are fundamentally the MOST important years to set them on a path to wellness! Nutrition is critical for ensuring proper development, preventing illnesses, and maximizing learning capabilities.

Tips and benefits for childhood nutrition 👇🏼

- Create healthy eating habits

E D U C A T E! We highly encourage teaching the importance of good nutrition right from the start! The more your kids know, the more excited they will be to eat healthily!

- Nourish the brain

The brain uses more energy than any other organ in our body! Everything from learning to memory and attentiveness is affected by the foods we consume. Kids' rapidly developing brains need a nutrient-dense diet, without it, they may struggle in certain developmental areas.

- Supports strong immunity

Gut health is an important key to a strong immune system. The foods we choose to feed our kiddos can either support or hinder their immune system. We recommend introducing a diet rich in nutrients and avoiding processed and inflammatory foods to set their immune system up for success right from the start!

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Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction

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During pregnancy, your body releases a hormone called relaxin which allows your body to grow and stretch with ease.

While this hormone is necessary for pregnancy, it can allow for imbalances in the pelvis to occur such as Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction.

So what is Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction?

If you have experienced pregnancy, you may have noticed pain while sitting or when walking around the pelvic girdle. This can be a sign of the pubic bone being too relaxed, causing an imbalance at the pubic symphysis, which creates instability and inflammation.

With prenatal chiropractic care, our doctors will ensure that the pelvis is balanced and perform specific adjustments to the pelvis to rebalance the pubic bone, relieving pressure and decreasing inflammation overall.

Not only will chiropractic care help decrease pain, but it will also allow the pelvis to stay open and balanced for a smoother delivery!
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Webster Technique Seminar

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Over the weekend, Dr. Randy was in Dallas, TX to renew his Webster Technique certification.

The Webster technique is a gentle chiropractic method that promotes optimal pelvic function and alignment for pregnant women. The adjustment is designed to help with pelvic function and reduce soft tissue to relieve ligament stress.

We love helping women enjoy optimal health during their pregnancies! Give us a call today to schedule a consultation, at 208-357-1949, with Dr. Randy, if you're expecting to see how chiropractic care can benefit you and your baby!

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Immune System Support

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Did you know your immune system works to recognize and identify an infection in the body, resulting in an immune response? When our body shows symptoms, it's really just our immune system doing its JOB! 😁

When it comes to viruses and other sicknesses, our first line of defense is to choose an overall healthy L I F E S T Y L E! A strong foundation of health is KEY! 🔑

There are many preventative measures we can implement into our every life to keep our immune system balanced + functioning at its best! ✨

Swipe right to check out these great tips to help support your immune system as we approach the school year! 📚

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