As one of the only Chiropractor/IBCLCs in Arkansas, Dr. Lindsay provides mothers and babies specialized chiropractic care developed to promote the breastfeeding relationship and address breastfeeding issues.

So why is chiropractic beneficial for breastfeeding moms and babies?

In order to breastfeed, your baby coordinates the use of the 22 bones of their skull comprising 34 joints, along with 60 voluntary and involuntary muscles under the control of six of their 12 cranial nerves.

Chiropractic removes the interference to the babies nervous system allowing their body to coordinate the intricate balance it requires to be able to suck and swallow effectively.

Chiropractic for babies also aids in digestion, sleep, and head control.

Dr. Lindsay recommends all post partum moms and newborns get checked by a chiropractor!

For moms and babies having breastfeeding issues - what ways can chiropractic help me?

Chiropractic can help improve breastfeeding difficulties including -

• Latching difficulty, nipple pain while latching, or inability to latch

• Difficulty with suck/swallow pattern (baby coughing or choking on milk, baby spitting up during feedings, etc.)

• Inability to find comfortable breastfeeding position

• Frequent feedings and baby not acting satisfied

• Fussiness or colicky after feedings
  

What should I expect during my visit with Dr. Lindsay?

To make an appointment with Dr. Lindsay, head to the Appointments tab. There you will make two separate appointments for mom and baby. This will allow us to send you the link for your intake forms directly to your phone. You can fill them out before your appointment and we will be ready for you when you arrive!

Dr. Lindsay will do an thorough exam for both mom and baby. Dr. Lindsay will address any lactation concerns and adjust mom and baby. Adjustments for newborns are gentle and effective, only using soft pressure. For more information on chiropractic adjustments for babies, head to the Pediatric Care tab above. Your appointment should last around 30 minutes.

If the mother has a support person that helps with care of the baby, it may be beneficial for them to come to this appointment to learn how to help mom!

If you have any questions, give our office a call at 870-456-2447!