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Enhancing Breastfeeding: How Chiropractic Care Can Help Infants with Difficulty Latching

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June 5, 2024

Understanding Difficulty Latching

Difficulty latching can involve a variety of challenges such as the infant not being able to grasp the breast properly, becoming easily frustrated at the breast, or not being able to suck effectively. These issues can be distressing for both the infant and the mother and may be influenced by musculoskeletal misalignments or nerve dysfunction.

The Role of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care for infants is focused on gentle adjustments that help to correct subtle misalignments in the spine or cranium that might be affecting an infant’s ability to latch properly. These adjustments are extremely gentle, safe, and tailored to the delicate structure of infants.

How Chiropractic Care Helps Infants with Latching Difficulties

  1. Cranial and Cervical Alignment: Misalignments in the cranial bones or cervical spine can affect the nerves and muscles in the neck and face, impacting an infant's ability to open their mouth wide enough or maintain a proper sucking reflex. Chiropractic adjustments can help correct these misalignments, enhancing the infant's ability to latch.
  2. Nervous System Function: Proper spinal alignment supports the overall nervous system function, which is crucial for all bodily functions, including sucking and swallowing. Chiropractic care ensures there is no interference in the nervous pathways.
  3. Reduced Discomfort: If an infant is uncomfortable due to spinal or cranial misalignments, they may be fussy and unable to settle into a good position for feeding. Chiropractic adjustments can alleviate this discomfort, making the breastfeeding experience more pleasant for both mother and baby.

Why Choose Pinnacle Chiropractic?

At Pinnacle Chiropractic in Lakewood Ranch, FL, our pediatric chiropractors are highly skilled in the care of infants, especially those experiencing difficulties related to breastfeeding. We understand the mechanics of a proper latch and the physiological demands of breastfeeding. Our approach is holistic, gentle, and patient, ensuring that both mother and baby achieve the most from each session.

Schedule Your Visit Today

If your infant is struggling with latching, or if you have concerns about your breastfeeding journey, don’t hesitate to contact Pinnacle Chiropractic in Lakewood Ranch, FL. Our team is here to support you with personalized care designed to improve your child’s feeding mechanics and overall well-being.

We are committed to helping families overcome breastfeeding challenges, allowing them to enjoy these precious early moments to the fullest. Reach out today to learn more about our pediatric chiropractic services and how we can help your family start on the best foot possible. Let Pinnacle Chiropractic be a part of your support system, enhancing your breastfeeding experience through compassionate, expert care.

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After Dr. JJ worked on him just one time, he has been able to enjoy laying on his back more.
Dr JJ and the team did an incredible job with my baby boy. After he worked on him just one time, he has been able to enjoy laying on his back more, whereas before he would just HATE being on his back. My baby boy has reached a new level of ease! With less pressure to the nervous system. Even answering so many questions as a first time dad and giving advice for healthy development! Can’t wait to see how more he develops under care. Thank you to the Pinnacle team you are amazing!
Please if you are concern about your child’s overall well-being please go to Pinnacle Chiropractor, you won’t regret it, they have changed our lives.
We are so thankful with Dr. Matt, Dr. Jordan and all the staff. My son is a completely different kid. We contacted Dr. Matt because my son was getting sick all the time (he had the flu twice, strep, pneumonia, and tonsilitis this year) had a really hard time sleeping and was a picky eater. His pediatrician said that he would grow out of it, just to give him time, but I felt this was not enough. I wanted my son to thrive, to be a happy, healthy kid. So I talked to my pediatrician about Dr. Matt and she said to go a head and try it, that she goes to a chiropractor as well and that it has helped her a lot. So we made the decision to go, we paid for the whole treatment (people may say is “expensive”, but it is totally worth it, I would do it all over again) and the results are just amazing. My son is happier than ever, he is sleeping better, his appetite has increased, and the most important part he is healthy. He has gotten a cold here and there but he is fighting it off so much quicker and no high fevers like he used to get.
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