As parents, witnessing your baby cry inconsolably for extended periods can be distressing. If your little one cries for more than three hours a day and seems impossible to comfort, it’s likely they are experiencing colic—a condition affecting around 25% of infants, often leaving families feeling overwhelmed.
It’s crucial to recognize that colic goes beyond typical fussiness or common infant issues. It’s not merely gas pains, food sensitivities, or problems with tongue and lip ties. Instead, colic frequently arises from deeper neurological imbalances and disruptions in the baby’s nervous system signaling and digestion.
Research indicates that colic is not something babies naturally outgrow; rather, it requires attention and understanding. It is not a reflection of parental fault or mistakes. Viewing colic as a neurological imbalance that disrupts aspects of an infant’s well-being, such as sleep, digestion, and soothing mechanisms, allows for better care decisions.
If you’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by your baby’s persistent crying and suspect there’s more to it than typical infant behavior, this information is for you. We’re here to provide insights beyond traditional medicine and introduce drug-free solutions—Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care—that has brought relief to numerous families.
Exploring Colic’s Root Causes
Colic often originates from subluxation and vagus nerve dysfunction rather than simple gas pains or food sensitivities. Subluxation involves misalignment and tension in the spine, while vagus nerve dysfunction can disrupt vital functions like digestion, immune response, and relaxation. Understanding these underlying issues is crucial for effectively addressing colic and promoting your baby’s well-being.
The Science Beyond Surface Symptoms
Colic affects about one in four infants, resulting in prolonged crying episodes and challenges with traditional soothing methods. The roots of this neurological dysfunction can often be traced back to pregnancy. Maternal inflammation or a high-stress pregnancy can shift a baby’s nervous system into dysautonomia—where the fight-or-flight response dominates, affecting crucial functions like sleep and digestion.
During childbirth, birth trauma and interventions such as forceps, vacuum extraction, or C-sections can further exacerbate these issues. The upper neck and mid-back area, housing and protecting the vagus nerve—a vital nerve responsible for sleep regulation, digestion, and relaxation—can experience misalignment and tension, trapping your child’s nervous system in sympathetic fight-or-flight mode, hindering comfort and calm.
The Road to Relief From Colic
Understanding and addressing colic can be daunting, especially when conventional wisdom suggests it’s a passing phase. Unresolved colic can lead to other health challenges, such as constipation, ear infections, and developmental delays. Fortunately, there is hope!
Specialized care protocols, including advanced technology like INSiGHT Scans, offer insights into your baby’s nervous system function, pinpointing dysfunction and subluxation to create a precise care plan tailored to your child’s needs.
Armed with this comprehensive assessment, we begin with gentle Neurologically-Focused adjustments, aiming to restore proper nervous system function, activate the vagus nerve, and alleviate digestive issues associated with colic.
Taking Action for Your Baby’s Well-Being
If you find yourself exhausted and seeking real answers to the root causes of your child’s colic, we’re prepared to take the next step with you. Please contact Foundations Chiropractic today to schedule a new patient consultation and exam for your baby. Through this consultation, we can explore Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic to address colic.
Restoring nervous system function brings fast relief, helping your baby thrive. If you’re not local to us, please check out the PX Docs directory to find a trained and ready PX Doc near you.
