Flying M Chiropractic

Flying M Chiropractic At Flying M Chiropractic, Dr. Mackenzie specializes in serving animals, pregnant moms, infants, children, & families!

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02/05/2026

Babies who cry instantly when set down aren’t “spoiled”—they’re overwhelmed. The most common reason? Their nervous system doesn’t feel safe unless held. This can happen from birth stress, neck tension, sensory overload, or an overactive startle reflex. When their body is tense, their brain stays on high alert, making independent soothing nearly impossible. Supporting the spine + nervous system helps babies relax when put down so they can rest… and so can you.

Share this with a parent who feels guilty for holding their baby “too much.”

02/04/2026

When babies arch, grunt, clench their legs, or turn red, they’re not “pushing”—they’re struggling. Their nervous system is too tense to coordinate a bowel movement. Signs of nervous-system-based constipation include: hard belly, arching during feeds, infrequent stools, gas that won’t release, long painful attempts to p**p, fussiness when lying down. When the spine and nervous system relax, digestion improves. When they’re stressed or restricted, it doesn’t. Your baby isn’t stubborn—they’re uncomfortable.

Follow for more baby-body signals pediatricians often overlook.
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If your body feels tight from the moment you wake up…If your shoulders never fully drop…If relaxing feels harder than st...
02/03/2026

If your body feels tight from the moment you wake up…If your shoulders never fully drop…If relaxing feels harder than staying tense…This isn’t because you’re doing life wrong. It’s because your nervous system has learned to stay on guard. 🤍

Daily tension builds from:
• constant mental load
• repetitive movements
• poor posture under stress
• shallow breathing
• never fully switching out of “go mode”
That’s why real relief doesn’t come from one stretch or one day off. It comes from step-by-step support that helps your body feel safe enough to let go. This is where gentle chiropractic care makes a difference. By improving alignment and calming the nervous system, chiropractic care helps:
✨ release stored tension
✨ reduce strain on muscles and joints
✨ improve posture and movement
✨ support long-term relaxation — not just temporary relief

Inside this carousel, we walk through how to reduce daily tension step-by-step, so your body isn’t carrying everything alone anymore. Because you don’t need to push through tension. You deserve a body that can soften and support you back. 🤍

Save this for later and come back to it when your body needs a reset.
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02/03/2026

Tension loves to settle in the shoulders, neck, jaw, upper back, and hips—especially for moms. Why? Because constant rushing, lifting, multitasking, and mental load put your body into bracing mode. Signs you’re bracing: shallow breathing, tight shoulders, clenched jaw, headaches, stiffness, irritability. When your nervous system resets, your body stops holding tension for survival.

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When your toddler is overwhelmed, it can feel like nothing helps. Big emotions. Big reactions. And a parent left wonderi...
02/02/2026

When your toddler is overwhelmed, it can feel like nothing helps. Big emotions. Big reactions. And a parent left wondering what to do next. 🤍

Sensory overload isn’t bad behavior — it’s a nervous system that’s had too much input. In those moments, logic won’t land and discipline won’t work. What does help is a step-by-step approach that supports the body first.

Calming a sensory overloaded toddler starts with:
✨ reducing sensory input
✨ helping the body feel safe
✨ releasing physical tension
✨ supporting nervous system regulation
This is where gentle chiropractic care can be a powerful support.

When the spine and nervous system are under stress, a toddler’s ability to regulate emotions drops fast. Chiropractic care helps by:
• calming the nervous system
• improving how sensory input is processed
• reducing physical tension that fuels meltdowns
• helping kids recover faster after overwhelm

Inside this carousel, we walk you through how to calm a sensory overloaded toddler step-by-step, so you’re not guessing in the middle of a meltdown. Because regulation comes before behavior — every time. 🤍

Save this for the hard moments and share it with a parent who needs a calmer plan.

02/02/2026

Toddlers who avoid clothes, grooming, foods, or textures are not being “dramatic.” They’re overwhelmed. Sensory defensiveness happens when the nervous system interprets normal sensations as uncomfortable or threatening. This often stems from spine or nervous system tension. Signs can include: clothing battles, grooming meltdowns, texture avoidance, refusal to play. These aren’t preferences—they’re stress responses. Gentle adjustments help the brain process sensory input more calmly. It’s not your parenting. It’s their nervous system needing support.

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Sleep regressions can feel chaotic — especially when you don’t know what to do first. 🤍 But you don’t have to guess your...
02/02/2026

Sleep regressions can feel chaotic — especially when you don’t know what to do first. 🤍 But you don’t have to guess your way through it.

Sleep regression isn’t just about habits or schedules.
It’s your baby’s way of saying their body and nervous system are under more demand. That’s why a step-by-step approach matters:
✨ support the nervous system first
✨ release physical tension in the body
✨ help your baby feel safe and settled
✨ then layer in sleep routines

When a baby’s spine, neck, and nervous system are supported, their body can actually relax enough to rest.
This is where gentle chiropractic care can help. By addressing alignment and calming the nervous system, chiropractic care supports:
• easier settling
• longer stretches of sleep
• less nighttime restlessness
• smoother transitions during growth and development

Inside this carousel, we’re walking you through how to navigate sleep regression step by step — in a way that supports your baby’s body, not just the clock. Because better sleep doesn’t come from pushing harder. It comes from helping the body feel ready to rest. ✨

Save this for the hard nights and share it with a parent who needs a clear, gentle plan.

02/01/2026

There’s one pattern I see constantly in babies going through intense regressions: neck and head tension. If your baby always looks one direction, sleeps crooked, struggles with tummy time, or arches when lying down… that tension can interfere with sleep transitions.

A tense spine = a tense nervous system = fragmented sleep. Gentle adjustments help babies relax, regulate, and settle deeper. You’re not missing anything—these signs are easy to overlook unless you know what to look for.

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01/31/2026

Most moms think labor prep starts at 38 weeks—but your body begins preparing much earlier. If your pelvis is tight, baby has limited space, or your nervous system is overwhelmed, labor can become longer and more exhausting. Prenatal chiropractic helps open pelvic space, improve baby’s positioning, reduce hip + low-back tension, and regulate your nervous system. A well-prepared body = a more efficient and empowered labor experience.

Follow for more labor-prep tips every pregnant mom should know.

01/29/2026

It’s heartbreaking when your baby seems tense, jumpy, or overwhelmed from morning to night—especially when all you hear is “they’ll grow out of it.” But anxious behavior doesn’t come out of nowhere.

Common signs include: hard-to-soothe crying, constant startling, stiff posture, short naps, and overreacting to touch or movement. High infant anxiety is often a sign of a dysregulated nervous system, not a personality trait. Gentle pediatric chiropractic care helps release tension and calm the nervous system so your baby can finally relax. A peaceful baby IS possible.

Follow for more nervous-system insights that bring peace back to your home.

If your baby is still struggling to p**p — even after trying all the usual tips — this is important to know. 🤍Occasional...
01/28/2026

If your baby is still struggling to p**p — even after trying all the usual tips — this is important to know. 🤍

Occasional constipation can be normal. But ongoing or difficult constipation is a sign the body may need extra support.
Some signs it’s more than just a phase:
• hard or infrequent stools
• straining or crying during bowel movements
• a tight, distended belly
• pulling legs up or arching
• gas that seems painful
• reflux or spit-up alongside constipation
• relief that’s only temporary

When constipation keeps coming back, it’s often not just about food or formula. It can be a nervous system and mechanical issue. If the spine, pelvis, or nervous system are under stress, communication to the gut can be disrupted — making it harder for the body to coordinate digestion and elimination.

This is where gentle pediatric chiropractic care can help. By supporting alignment and calming the nervous system, chiropractic care helps babies:
✨ improve gut motility
✨ release tension in the abdomen and pelvis
✨ regulate digestion more smoothly
✨ p**p more comfortably and consistently

Inside this carousel, we’re breaking down 7 signs constipation needs extra support — so you know when it’s time to look beyond the basics. Because your baby shouldn’t have to struggle to do something so essential. 🤍

Save this for reference and share it with a parent who’s worried about their baby’s digestion.

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