when should my baby first see a chiropractor?
One of the most common questions we hear from parents in Irving and throughout the DFW area is, “When should my baby first see a chiropractor?”
Many families assume care is only needed if something looks wrong. In reality, the earliest months of life are some of the most important for nervous system development.
Birth places stress on a baby’s body, even during smooth or fast deliveries. Positioning in the womb, labor, and delivery all involve pressure, rotation, and compression. Babies cannot tell us they feel restricted, so they communicate through behavior.
Signs parents often notice include:
Favoring one side
Difficulty feeding or latching
Trouble settling or staying asleep
Excessive stiffness or tension
A baby who feels unusually fussy or unusually calm
Rather than waiting for symptoms, many Irving families choose to have their baby checked early to support healthy development and adaptation.
Infant chiropractic care is extremely gentle and always tailored to a baby’s size, age, and stage of development. The goal is to support communication between the brain and body so babies can move, feed, and regulate more easily.
If you are wondering whether your baby would benefit from an evaluation, trusting your intuition is often the first step.
