Pediatric
You know your kid. Something isn't right.
You keep being told your baby is fine. But you're the one up at 3am. Your instincts brought you here — let's figure out what's actually going on.
Can chiropractic help colic, gas, reflux, constipation, latch, or sleep?
We do not present chiropractic as a proven treatment for these concerns or as the best remedy for colic. Your pediatric clinician should assess persistent symptoms and feeding or growth concerns. For latch difficulties, a qualified lactation professional can assess feeding. For head preference or torticollis, ask your pediatric clinician about appropriate assessment and physical therapy.
What about ADHD, autism, meltdowns, ear infections, or bedwetting?
Chiropractic is not a substitute for assessment or treatment of these medical or developmental conditions, and we do not promise improvement in them through adjustments. Sensory and communication needs can be discussed before a visit so you can ask what accommodations are available. Recurring infections, attention concerns, and bedwetting belong with your child's medical care team.
What happens at a pediatric first visit?
Start with a free 15-minute call, followed by an examination if appropriate. Share your child's birth history, medical care, feeding and movement concerns, and comfort needs. You stay in the room. Before any adjustment, ask about findings, the age-specific technique, risks, alternatives, consent, and how to stop. See What to Expect for visit times and Towering Tots for the published exam fees.
Understanding your concerns
Start with an assessment, not an assumption.
Families ask about care when a baby has feeding, comfort, movement, or sleep concerns. These concerns can have many causes and deserve an appropriate pediatric assessment.
We do not assume that birth stress or spinal alignment causes colic, reflux, sleep difficulties, or later sensory and regulation concerns. A chiropractic visit does not replace pediatric or developmental care.
At SkyChi, newborn and infant care is described as fingertip contact rather than forceful manual manipulation. Dr. Rai explains the proposed technique, risks, and alternatives before you decide whether to proceed.
Common reasons families bring babies in
The patterns we see again and again.
These are concerns parents ask about, not a list of conditions chiropractic is proven to treat. Feeding problems, persistent crying, reflux, and poor sleep should be assessed by your child's medical clinician.
Latch difficulty
Nursing preference to one side, shallow latch, or feeding aversion.
Colic & fussiness
Inconsolable crying and a baby who can't settle.
Reflux & digestion
Discomfort or spit-up that warrants pediatric assessment.
Sleep struggles
Won't settle, only sleeps when held, wakes every 45 minutes.
Tummy time resistance
Head shape concerns, torticollis, or a strong side preference.
General tension
A baby who just seems uncomfortable in their body.
It's not just about babies
Care conversations for older children.
Tell us about your child's movement, comfort, and needs. Behavioral, sensory, sleep, and attention concerns also require appropriate medical or developmental assessment; mentioning them here does not establish chiropractic as a treatment.
Meltdowns & emotional regulation
Sensory overwhelm or sensitivity
Sleep problems
Focus and attention challenges
Questions about recurring illness — discuss with your pediatrician
Sports injuries and growing pains
Individual comfort and accommodation needs
What gentle pediatric adjustments actually look like
No popping. No cracking. No sudden movements.
For newborns and infants, the adjustment is done with one or two fingertips and feels like gentle sustained pressure. Babies often fall asleep during or immediately after.
For toddlers and older kids, instrument-assisted care may be proposed and adapted to their size. Discomfort can occur; ask about potential adverse effects and tell us if your child is uncomfortable. There is no obligation to continue.
We never do anything without explaining it to you first. You'll always know what we found, what we're doing, and why.
Care is individualized. This information is not a diagnosis or a guarantee of results. Discuss risks, alternatives, and coordination with your medical care team before deciding.
This is for you if…
You recognize yourself here.
- Your baby is struggling with latch, sleep, colic, or reflux and you haven't found answers.
- Your toddler or child has sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation challenges, or sleep problems.
- Your child has been through a physically stressful birth or early medical experience.
- You have a gut feeling something is off and you're tired of being told to wait it out.
- You want proactive nervous system support for your child — not just reactive care when something goes wrong.
Your instincts brought you here.
Book a free call and let's figure out whether we're the right fit.