The Village Chiropractic

The Village Chiropractic Family, Prenatal, Pediatrics, Personal Injury Chiropractor in Springfield, MO!

You’ve made a birth plan.You’ve packed the bag, read the books, and taken the classes. But, what’s often missing in birt...
11/03/2025

You’ve made a birth plan.

You’ve packed the bag, read the books, and taken the classes. But, what’s often missing in birth prep is support for the nervous system - the very system guiding your body through every stage of labor, delivery, and recovery.
Your nervous system plays a central role in:

✨ Coordinating contractions
✨ Regulating pain perception
✨ Helping your body shift between progress and rest
✨ Supporting hormone flow and emotional regulation
✨ Recovering in the hours, days, and weeks postpartum

When your nervous system is clear and connected, your body is more adaptable, more in tune, and more prepared to do what it was designed to do.

That’s why chiropractic care during pregnancy is so beneficial! It’s essential for helping your body function at its best during one of the most important transitions of your life.

That kind of support deserves a spot on every birth plan. 🤍

November has arrived, and with it comes the start of the holiday season - cozy gatherings, family traditions, and so man...
11/01/2025

November has arrived, and with it comes the start of the holiday season - cozy gatherings, family traditions, and so many opportunities to make memories! 🍂✨
BUT, here’s something we don’t often talk about - while the holidays are full of joy, they also bring extra demands on our bodies and our kids’ bodies too. From later nights and busier days to different foods and big emotions, it’s a lot of change in a short amount of time.

Your nervous system is the foundation that helps your family adapt to all of it. When it’s clear + connected, your body can handle change without getting stuck in stress mode. That’s how chiropractic helps every age stay resilient through this busy season.

💫 For kids: it supports focus, calmer moods, and stronger immunity so they can enjoy the fun without as many meltdowns or sick days.

💫 For parents: it helps regulate energy, stress, and sleep so you can be more present in the middle of packed days.

💫 For the whole family: it strengthens adaptability, allowing your body to recover faster from late nights, travel, or seasonal challenges.

In our office, our goal is making sure your nervous system is working the way it was designed to. When that happens, the body functions at its best, no matter what the season brings. 🤍

Wishing you a night full of costumes, candy, and plenty of memories made with your favorite little pumpkins. 🧡 Whether y...
10/31/2025

Wishing you a night full of costumes, candy, and plenty of memories made with your favorite little pumpkins. 🧡 Whether you’re trick-or-treating, passing out candy, or sneaking a few pieces for yourself (we won’t tell 😉), we hope your evening is filled with fun and laughter!

Here’s to a safe + spooky night for all our families - may it be full of joy, connection, and just the right amount of treats. 🍬✨

Happy Halloween! 🕸️👻🕷️

Ever notice your kids acting a little extra around the full moon? 👀 Parents have been saying it for generations - more m...
10/30/2025

Ever notice your kids acting a little extra around the full moon? 👀 Parents have been saying it for generations - more meltdowns, restless nights, and big emotions.
The thing is, while the moon itself isn’t necessarily causing the chaos, it often lines up with something bigger happening in your child’s body…their nervous system working overtime.

When their little nervous system is stressed or stuck in “go, go, go mode,” it’s harder for kids to regulate emotions, settle at bedtime, or sleep soundly. Add in the excitement of fall activities, sugar, and busier schedules - and suddenly, those full moon nights feel even wilder! 🌕✨

Chiropractic care helps clear stress from the nervous system so kids can:

🤍Shift more easily from “fight or flight” into calm
🤍 Regulate emotions with less overwhelm
🤍 Settle into deeper, more consistent sleep
🤍 Adapt more easily into the busy season

So, if you’ve ever wondered why your little ones seem to “turn into werewolves” around the full moon 😉… remember that supporting their nervous system makes it easier for them to stay grounded and rested through all the holiday fun! 🤍

Ear infections seem to be more common this time of year, but what if we told you that it’s not necessarily about germs? ...
10/29/2025

Ear infections seem to be more common this time of year, but what if we told you that it’s not necessarily about germs? 🧐

Busy schedules, lots of indoor time, holiday treats, and changes in sleep routine can all add stress to your child’s nervous system…making drainage harder and inflammation more frequent.

Antibiotics may clear bacteria, but they don’t fix the real issue: how well the body is adapting. That’s where nervous system-focused chiropractic care makes a difference. ✨

Swipe to learn why so many families add chiropractic to their fall wellness checklist. 🤍

Testimonial Tuesday! .C.
10/28/2025

Testimonial Tuesday!

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As the cooler weather sets in, it’s not unusual to notice your hands and feet feeling colder than the rest of your body....
10/27/2025

As the cooler weather sets in, it’s not unusual to notice your hands and feet feeling colder than the rest of your body. But, did you know this isn’t just about the temperature outside?

Your circulation is directly influenced by your nervous system. 🧠⚡ When there’s stress or interference along the spine, it can disrupt the way your brain communicates with blood vessels and muscles - making it harder for your body to regulate warmth and blood flow.

That’s why some people notice:

🧤 Cold hands and toes even when bundled up
💥 Tingling or numbness that shows up in the fingers or feet
😣 Stiffness in joints that feels worse in cooler temps

Chiropractic care helps keep those communication pathways clear, so your nervous system can do its job - directing proper circulation, reducing tension, and making it easier for your body to handle the ups and downs of seasonal change.

So if you’ve been blaming chilly weather for your icy hands and feet, remember - your nervous system plays a big role, too! Keeping it balanced makes all the difference. 🤍

✨ Why the Vagus Nerve Matters ✨One of the most overlooked keys to health is a single nerve that connects your brain to n...
10/25/2025

✨ Why the Vagus Nerve Matters ✨

One of the most overlooked keys to health is a single nerve that connects your brain to nearly every major organ in your body: the vagus nerve.
This long, winding nerve helps regulate critical functions like:
🧠 Mood + emotional balance
🍽️ Digestion + gut health
💓 Heart rate + breathing
🌿 Immune + inflammatory responses

When the vagus nerve is communicating well, your body can shift into a balanced, restorative state - the place where healing, growth, and recovery happen.

But, when it’s under stress, that communication can break down. This is when people often notice:
Poor digestion or reflux
Feeling anxious or “on edge”
Weakened immune resilience
Trouble sleeping

Supporting the vagus nerve is one of the most powerful ways to elevate your wellbeing. Practices like deep breathing, singing, or cold exposure can all help - but chiropractic takes it a step further.

By reducing interference in the nervous system, adjustments help the vagus nerve send clearer signals throughout your body.

With the vagus nerve supported, you’ll notice improved digestion, stronger immune defenses, and a body that can better handle life’s stresses! ✨

If your family always seems to struggle with sniffles, congestion, or itchy eyes this time of year, you’re not alone! Ra...
10/24/2025

If your family always seems to struggle with sniffles, congestion, or itchy eyes this time of year, you’re not alone! Ragweed, mold, and seasonal changes can put extra stress on the body. The key factor isn’t just what’s in the air, it’s how well your nervous system can adapt.

Your nervous system is in charge of your immune and respiratory systems. When it’s clear and connected, it helps your body:

🌿 Regulate sinus drainage more effectively
🔥 Reduce unnecessary inflammation
💪🏻 Coordinate a stronger immune response
🌻 Adapt more easily to environmental triggers

When the nervous system is overwhelmed or stuck in “fight or flight,” even small triggers can feel like big ones - leading to more congestion, irritation, and discomfort.

Chiropractic adjustments help restore balance and clarity to the nervous system, which means your body is better equipped to handle seasonal stressors naturally!
So, instead of just bracing for “allergy season,” remember - supporting your nervous system gives your body the tools it needs to stay resilient through every season. ✨

Bringing a new baby home is one of the sweetest seasons of life - but it also comes with challenges that don’t always ge...
10/23/2025

Bringing a new baby home is one of the sweetest seasons of life - but it also comes with challenges that don’t always get talked about. Many parents are told these things are “just normal,” when in reality, they’re signs of a nervous system that’s working hard to adapt.

Some common struggles we hear from parents:

💤 Baby has trouble settling or staying asleep
🍼 Feeding feels stressful (latch, reflux, or gassiness)
😢 Lots of fussiness or difficulty being soothed
👣 Stiff movements or always wanting to look one direction

While these challenges are common, they’re not always inevitable. The birth process itself can place stress on a baby’s delicate spine and nervous system, which may impact digestion, sleep, comfort, and development.

This is where pediatric chiropractic care comes in. Gentle, specific adjustments help:

💖 Release tension patterns from birth
💖 Improve nervous system communication between brain + body
💖 Support better digestion, calmer sleep, and easier movement
💖 Give your baby the foundation to grow, develop, and thrive

As pediatric chiropractors, our focus isn’t on chasing symptoms, it’s on supporting your baby’s nervous system so they can adapt and flourish through each stage of growth. ✨

When your little one is more comfortable and regulated, the whole family feels it. 🤍

📣 We will be closed today, Thursday, October 23rd for staff training. Please use the SKED app to book appointments for n...
10/23/2025

📣 We will be closed today, Thursday, October 23rd for staff training. Please use the SKED app to book appointments for next week! We will resume normal business hours on MONDAY, October 27th. Thank you and have a blessed weekend!

Witch Way to Better Focus? ✨🧙‍♀️When kids have a hard time staying on task, it’s not always necessarily about the effort...
10/22/2025

Witch Way to Better Focus? ✨🧙‍♀️

When kids have a hard time staying on task, it’s not always necessarily about the effort they’re putting in, it often ties back to how well their nervous system is working behind the scenes.

Inside your child’s nervous system, constant messages travel like magic between the brain and the rest of the body. When those messages are clear, it’s easier to filter distractions, remember instructions, and shift from one task to the next.

But, when the nervous system is stressed or dysregulated, it’s like trying to read a book with missing pages - focus, learning, and emotional regulation can all be disrupted.

Gentle, nervous system-centered chiropractic care helps restore that clear brain-body communication, giving your child the foundation they need for better focus, adaptability, and calm - in the classroom and beyond.

The best kind of magic is found in a well-connected nervous system! 🪄✨

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4216 S Cox Road, Suite 132
Springfield, MO
65810

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2pm - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
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