If you’re already bringing your baby in for regular chiropractic visits, amazing! You’re giving them a huge head start in life by supporting their developing nervous system.
But what about those days (or weeks) when things suddenly feel off again?
Maybe your baby who was sleeping well is suddenly up every hour.
Maybe their reflux or gassiness flares back up out of nowhere.
Maybe they’re extra fussy, clingy, or seem uncomfortable in their own skin.
These are more than just “bad days.”
They’re signs that your baby’s nervous system may be under extra stress—and it might be time for a gentle boost adjustment.
What is a Boost Adjustment?
A “boost” visit is simply an extra, targeted adjustment outside of your baby’s regular schedule.
It’s like giving their nervous system a reset button when life throws a curveball.
Why might this be needed? Because a baby’s nervous system is constantly adapting—to growth spurts, teething, sleep regressions, new foods, developmental leaps… even changes in mama’s stress level.
Sometimes, those stressors are enough to tip them back into a state of neurological overload—what we call sympathetic dominance (aka fight-or-flight mode). And when that happens, their ability to eat, sleep, digest, or stay calm can unravel quickly.
Signs Your Baby Might Need a Boost Adjustment
Here are some common signs we see that tell us a baby could benefit from an extra visit:
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Sudden sleep disruption (waking more often or difficulty settling)
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Increased spitting up or reflux
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Fussiness, irritability, or difficulty calming
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Gassiness, constipation, or digestive changes
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Teething flare-ups that seem to throw everything off
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Milestone changes (rolling, crawling, sitting) with tension or imbalance
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Increased tension (arching back, tilting head to one side, clenched fists)
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Ear pulling, stuffy nose, or signs of immune stress
Most of the time, these aren’t “random.” They’re signals that the nervous system is working overtime—and that it might be stuck in a stressed-out state.
Why Timing Matters
Think of boost adjustments like course corrections for a developing brain and body. The earlier we catch these shifts in nervous system function, the easier it is to support your baby back into balance.
Waiting too long can allow patterns of dysfunction to set in, making sleep harder to restore, feeding issues more persistent, and tension harder to unwind.
Gentle, Targeted, and Based on Insight
At Lighthouse Family Chiropractic, we don’t guess. We use INSiGHT neurological scans and clinical assessments to determine when a boost is needed and exactly where your baby’s system needs support.
And the adjustments? They’re incredibly gentle—think pressure no greater than checking a tomato for ripeness.
Your Baby’s Nervous System Doesn’t Work on a Calendar
Just because your baby is scheduled for an adjustment next week doesn’t mean their body doesn’t need help today. If you’ve noticed a shift, even a small one, trust your gut.
As parents, you’re the first to notice when something’s off. That’s why we always tell the families in our office: Don’t wait. Reach out.
A simple boost might be all your baby needs to get back to sleeping peacefully, digesting smoothly, and smiling through the day.
Think your baby might need a boost adjustment?
Call us at (854) 354-8989 to get on the schedule. Our team is here to help your baby get back to thriving.
Because your baby deserves more than “waiting it out”—they deserve support that meets them right where they are.
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