Family First Chiropractic and Wellness Center

12/27/2025

You’ve slept in, cleared your calendar, maybe even had a few slower mornings lately…but you still feel tired. Not just sleepy - but foggy, heavy, unmotivated. Like your body isn’t actually recovering, no matter how much “rest” you give it. 😴
This kind of fatigue isn’t always about what you AREN’T doing…sometimes, it’s about how your nervous system is functioning.
When the nervous system is stuck in a chronic stress state (even low-level), the body stays on high alert. It burns through energy inefficiently, impacts hormone production, disrupts your circadian rhythm, and keeps restorative rest out of reach.
So even if you get sleep, it may not be the kind your body actually needs.
Chiropractic care supports the parasympathetic nervous system - the part responsible for recovery, hormone balance, digestion, and deep rest. Adjustments help regulate the stress response, improve brain-body communication, and create the conditions your body needs to recharge at a deeper level.

12/26/2025

If you’ve ever felt your heart race, your chest tighten, or your stomach drop when you’re anxious - that’s your body’s stress response taking over. 🧠💫
The part of your body that’s designed to bring you back down from that state is called the vagus nerve - one of the most important pathways connecting your brain and body.
When your vagus nerve is functioning well, it helps you return to calm after stress. Your heart rate slows, your breathing deepens, and your body recognizes that you’re safe again.
But, when that system is under too much pressure - from physical, chemical, or emotional stress - the vagus nerve becomes less responsive. Your body stays “stuck on,” even when the stressful moment has passed. That’s when people often describe feeling anxious for “no reason,” struggling to relax, or noticing tension that just won’t let go.
Chiropractic care helps support healthy vagal tone by improving communication between the brain and body - allowing your nervous system to regulate more efficiently.
Feeling calm, safe, and grounded isn’t always just about your mindset - it all stems from how well your nervous system can bring your body back to balance. 🤍

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Family First Chiropractic and Wellness Center! 🎄
Today is about slowing down, soaking up the joy, and being present with the people who matter most.
Whether your day is full of noise and laughter, quiet moments and rest, or a little bit of everything — we’re sending so much love your way.
This season has a way of reminding us what truly matters: connection, kindness, and the comfort of knowing you're cared for.
From our hearts to yours, we hope today brings you peace, warmth, and memories you’ll carry with you long after the tree is packed away.
✨ Merry Christmas, and thank you for being a part of our community. We’re so grateful for you. 🤍
— The Family First Family

12/24/2025

On this quiet Christmas Eve… ✨
The candles are glowing, the stockings are hung, and the final to-dos are (mostly) done. It’s a night full of anticipation, reflection, and the kind of stillness that makes the season feel sacred.
Whether you're gathered with family, wrapping gifts, or just taking a deep breath after a full month - we hope you find a moment of peace tonight.
Traditions are a lovely part of this season, but more than anything, it’s about presence, gratitude, and the joy of slowing down to notice the little things: warm lights, full hearts, and the love that ties it all together.
From all of us here at Family First Chiropractic and Wellness Center, we’re wishing you a calm, cozy, and meaningful Christmas Eve. You’ve made it through the hustle - now let the magic begin. 🤍

12/23/2025

12/22/2025

Reminder: We are OPEN today and tomorrow and closed the rest of this week to celebrate the holidays.
We still have some openings if you want to get in this week.

12/22/2025

Practicing gratitude helps us focus on the positive aspects of our lives, promoting a mindful approach to daily challenges. Studies show that expressing gratitude can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Coupled with chiropractic care, which helps relieve physical, emotional and neurological stress, cultivating gratitude can create a holistic approach to wellness for you and your family.

12/21/2025

This time of year, many of us are spending more time in front of screens. Whether it’s last-minute gift shopping, planning a holiday getaway, or just trying to get a few minutes of peace while the kids are out of school…it’s easy to rely on devices a little more than usual.
But what most people don’t realize is how that extra screen time impacts the nervous system.
🧠 For adults: Extended time on screens can increase visual strain, disrupt sleep cycles (especially with evening scrolling), and keep the brain stuck in a low-grade stress response - especially when we’re juggling holiday logistics or comparing ourselves to everyone else’s highlight reels.
👧🏼 For kids: With colder weather, fewer activities, and less structure, screen time often becomes the default. And while a little downtime is totally fine, too much can overstimulate their sensory systems, affect emotional regulation, and throw off sleep and digestion patterns.
Gentle movement, fresh air, and regular breaks can help recalibrate the body. Chiropractic care supports the nervous system’s ability to process stimulation, adapt to stress, and restore balance - so that screen time doesn’t leave everyone feeling wired or worn out.
If screen time is becoming a little more frequent this season (and let’s be honest - it probably is), we would love to help give your nervous system the support it needs to keep up with it all!

12/20/2025

The Capacity to Feel Well ✨
Your body’s capacity to feel well depends on its ability to truly rest.
And true rest isn’t just about sleep - it’s about giving your nervous system the space to slow down, process, and recover from all that life asks of it.
Sometimes that looks like:

🕯️ Saying no to another plan
🛋️ Taking a quiet afternoon nap
🔥 Cozying up by the fire instead of going out
🍲 Making a simple dinner instead of something elaborate
It’s these small pauses that remind your body it’s safe to slow down - and in that safety, your nervous system can begin to regulate again.
When we don’t allow that space, the body stays in “go mode” - alert, efficient, and overstimulated. You might notice restlessness even in stillness, constant distraction, or that deep exhale that feels overdue.
Chiropractic care helps guide your body back into that calm, restorative state - where your brain and body can finally exhale, recalibrate, and rebuild capacity.
When your nervous system feels supported, rest begins to work again.
And from that place, you don’t just get through your days — you truly feel well in them. 🤍✨

12/19/2025

Candy canes, cookies, hot cocoa - December is basically a holiday buffet of sugar. And while treats are part of the fun, they can also take a real toll on your child’s digestion.
If your kiddo is suddenly dealing with more tummy aches, mood swings, or even irregular bathroom habits, it might not just be the holiday chaos. It could be their nervous system struggling to process the added sugar + disrupted routine.
Unlike Buddy the Elf, most of us don’t thrive on a diet of candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup. (Though we’re impressed with his enthusiasm.)
The truth is:

🧠 The gut and brain are closely connected
⚡️ Sugar can throw off that balance, especially in sensitive systems
🌀 And when the nervous system is stressed or dysregulated, digestion doesn’t function like it should
Chiropractic adjustments help calm the stress response and bring more balance to the nervous system - so your child’s body can better digest, absorb nutrients, and regulate naturally (without meltdowns or tummy trouble).
Support their system now, so they can enjoy the sweetness of the season without the crash!

12/18/2025

The Ripple Effect of a Regulated Parent 🫶
Children learn regulation not just through words - but through presence. When your nervous system is calm, grounded, and connected, your child’s body feels it too.
Kids are constantly taking cues from the adults around them. When they sense safety and calm in your tone, your body language, and your energy, their own nervous system mirrors it, helping them return to balance faster after stress or big emotions.
But, when your system is stuck in “go mode” or constantly trying to hold everything together, your child feels that, too. Their little bodies respond to the environment you’re regulating from.
Chiropractic care helps parents create that calm from within, not by forcing it, but by improving communication between the brain and body so regulation becomes more natural.

A clear, connected nervous system makes it easier to pause before reacting, to breathe through frustration, and to hold space for your child’s emotions without losing your own footing.
When you heal and regulate, your family does too. 🤍 It’s one of the most powerful ways to lead…from presence, not perfection.

12/17/2025

When families practice mindfulness together, they cultivate empathy, patience, and understanding. Research indicates that families who engage in shared mindfulness practices experience lower conflict and improved communication.

Chiropractic care supports this dynamic by creating a more relaxed and balanced atmosphere, allowing family members to connect more deeply.