We’ve all been there. You’re in the checkout line, your toddler is having a meltdown, and all eyes seem to be on you. Later, it’s a battle to get them into bed, only for them to lie awake for hours. 😩 These moments aren’t just “bad behavior” or “strong-willed” personalities. More often than not, what you’re witnessing is a dysregulated nervous system in action.

The truth is, our kids are growing up in a world their bodies are fighting against. Nonstop screen time, jam-packed schedules, processed foods, and environmental stressors. It’s creating an epidemic of nervous system overload, and we’re seeing it show up in skyrocketing rates of anxiety, sensory issues, emotional meltdowns, and behavioral challenges. And parents? We’re left feeling helpless, exhausted, and unsure of what to do next.

Too often, the only solutions offered are medications 💊 or waiting it out. In this video, Dr. Sheppard walks us through six evidence-based strategies that have helped countless families in our practice find more peace, more connection, and more regulation, without relying solely on medications or therapy.

When these tips are combined with regular Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care, these simple daily actions form the regulation foundation for your child’s nervous system.

We’ve seen it firsthand in our practice. Parents who’ve tried “everything else” finally begin to see progress when they focus on supporting the root of the issue—nervous system function.

You are not alone! And your child doesn’t have to live in a state of chronic stress. Let’s help their nervous system thrive. DM us! We would love to hear your child’s story! 🫶

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