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Torticollis in Babies — More Than Just a Tight Neck

Torticollis isn’t just tight neck muscles — it’s often a sign of deeper nervous system stress and altered motor patterns. This blog explains why babies favour one side, what that means for development, and how addressing the underlying tension can help.

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Baby Reflux and the Nervous System – What Parents Need to Know

Reflux isn’t just a tummy issue — it’s often a sign your baby’s nervous system is working overtime. In this blog, we break down why reflux happens, what signs matter, and how understanding the nervous system can help bring more calm, comfort, and ease to feeding and settling.

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Latching Problems in Wellington

Latching challenges are rarely just about the mouth — they often start with how your baby’s nervous system is functioning. This blog explains why latching can feel so hard, what signs point to deeper stress, and how supporting the nervous system can make feeding calmer and more connected.

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When Kids Can’t Settle, Sleep, or Handle Everyday Noise and Touch

When kids struggle to settle, sleep, or handle everyday noise and touch, it’s often more than just “behaviour.” It’s a sign their nervous system is stuck in stress mode — constantly running in fight-or-flight instead of rest-and-repair. Learn how early stress can wire a child’s brain for defense and how chiropractic care can help calm and rewire the nervous system so they can finally rest, grow, and thrive.

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