We’re so excited to launch Your Body Works’ new blog providing trusted chiropractic information for parents.
We know parents are seeking qualified, easy-to-understand information to support their children from pregnancy through childhood and beyond. There are many conditions that may present themselves throughout childhood which are not easily understood.
Your Body Works’ qualified and experienced chiropractors will write blog posts to educate parents on a range of conditions and general wellness advice to provide physical, nutritional and emotional care for children from pregnancy through to adolescence. Our beautiful babies don’t come with a manual so we’re sure you will find these few regular hints and tips handy along the way.
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We’re always interested to hear what areas are of interest to you. Please contact us if you have any questions or would like us to cover a specific topic, and we’ll have our qualified chiropractors develop a blog post for you.
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Disclaimer
Your Body Works’ blog posts are not meant to replace a visit with your local health professional, especially in the presence of alarming symptoms. If you have any concern that your child might require urgent care, please see your health professional urgently or phone Your Body Works on 07 3857 0511.
The First Foods That Matter Most
Introducing solids is such an exciting milestone, it marks the beginning of your baby’s lifelong relationship with food. I still remember the nervous thrill of offering my babies their very first solid bites. One moment you’re holding a tiny newborn, and the next, they’re grasping a piece of avocado with sticky hands and an enormous grin.
Read MoreAs my baby girl Josie turns one and officially graduates to toddlerhood, I’ve found myself reflecting on her first year—especially the whirlwind that was starting solids. Even though she’s my second baby, I was surprised by how uncertain I felt when it came time to begin. I assumed I’d just do what I did for her big brother… until I realised I couldn’t actually remember how we started solids with him!
Read MoreThe postpartum period brings as many physical demands as pregnancy, yet far less attention is paid to a mother’s ongoing recovery. Whether your birth was fast or slow, natural or surgical, your body has gone through a monumental transformation—and it deserves care and support.
Read MoreThis blog isn’t about strict rules or perfect plans. It’s about learning to work with your body, not against it — moving, eating, and living in a way that aligns with your natural rhythm. It’s something I’m still learning (progress, not perfection), but it’s been a game-changer for my energy, performance, and even my mental clarity.
Read MoreBLOG SERIES: #4. Finding a weak muscle is like uncovering a loose thread in a sweater—it’s rarely an isolated issue. Instead, it’s a sign of a broader pattern of dysfunction that needs to be fully mapped out.
That’s where a structured, full-body assessment protocol comes in. Using postural observation, gait analysis, strength testing, and joint mobility assessments, we can systematically piece together the bigger picture of what’s causing dysfunction.
Read MoreBLOG SERIES #3. In this blog, I’ll take you through a fun, investigative approach to uncovering musculoskeletal imbalances, demonstrating how these methods work together in practice.
By the end of this series, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how chiropractic care goes beyond pain relief, helping to restore movement, optimize function, and improve performance at every level.
Read MoreBLOG SERIES: #2. In this blog, we’ll break down the neurological mechanisms behind muscle testing, how it reveals imbalances in the nervous system, and why it’s an essential tool for manual therapists.
Read MoreBlog Series #1. Imagine a suspension bridge—flexible yet stable, designed to withstand external forces while maintaining balance. Our musculoskeletal system follows the same tensegrity principles, with bones as compression elements and muscles, tendons, and ligaments providing the tension that holds everything together.
But who’s in charge of maintaining this delicate balance?
Read MoreOur bodies are incredible, dynamic systems, constantly adjusting to movement, stress, and environmental changes. But when something goes wrong—whether it's chronic tension, muscle weakness, or unexplained pain—how do we uncover the root cause?
This blog series explores the neurological and structural foundations of movement, strength, and balance, revealing how chiropractic care, kinesiology muscle testing, and a comprehensive assessment approach can detect dysfunctions, restore balance, and optimize performance.
Read MoreThe Truth About Food Oils: A Guide to Reducing Inflammation and Feeling Great
As a chiropractor and a mum, I know firsthand how important it is to make healthy choices for our families. From packing school lunches to preparing dinners, the oils we use every day play a bigger role in our health than we often realize. As part of Feel Good February, let’s take a closer look at the oils in our kitchen and how they can support (or harm) our family’s well-being
Read MoreThis "Feel Good February," Dr. Hayley is challenging herself to swap supermarket staples for homemade alternatives! 🥣🍞 As a busy mom of two, she misses the joy of cooking and aims to add more nutrition to her family’s meals while keeping prep time under an hour. Her goal is to create quick, tasty dishes using simple, wholesome ingredients. First on the list: muesli, coconut yogurt, and bread.
Read MoreIf, like me, the kids in your life are Bluey fans, you’ve probably seen the "Dance Mode" episode. Inspired by this, and the fact that my 8-month-old Josie has started bopping along to music, I’ve decided that this Feel Good February, we’ll have a dance party each night as part of our bedtime routine. I did some research about the benefits of dancing as a family and found some great reasons to give it a try. Mostly, I’m just hoping it might make bedtime for my 2.5-year-old, Owen, a little smoother (cross your fingers for me)!
Read MoreHormones like progesterone do far more than regulate our reproductive systems—they influence how we feel physically, including muscle tone, pain perception, and even strength.
Read MoreHere at Your Body Works, we understand how debilitating headaches can be and how they can impact your daily life. That’s why we focus on addressing the root causes of your headaches, not just masking the symptoms. Through specific, gentle spinal adjustments, our chiropractic care can help alleviate headaches and reduce their frequency.
Read MoreWhen it comes to essential minerals that support our overall health, magnesium often doesn’t get the spotlight it deserves. This mighty mineral plays a crucial role in over 300 biochemical reactions in the body, influencing everything from muscle and nerve function to energy production.
Read MoreLow back pain and poor posture are all too common for many people. Generally, we all sit too much. Whether you are at work, commuting in the car, or lounging at home watching TV, playing computer games or sitting on your iphone, sitting for extended periods contribute to poor posture, weakened core and may even eventually cause low back pain.
Read MoreSo many people and families are unwell at the moment. Influenza and Covid 19 are everywhere. Research now shows that supplementation with Vitamin D3 can reduce the risk of infection. It is recommended that people at risk of influenza &/or Covid 19 consider taking 10 000 IU/day for a few weeks to rapidly raise vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is essential for your immune system function as it plays a vital role in modulating the immune system. It helps regulate the production and function of immune cells, such as T cells and macrophages, which are important for fighting infections.
Read MoreYour spine is made up of 33 vertebrae. In between these vertebrae are intervertebral discs (IVD) that allow our spine to bend and rotate. Without them our spine would be like a broomstick. They also act like shock absorbers when we are walking, running, and jumping.
Read MorePosture plays a crucial role in maintaining good health. It refers to the alignment and positioning of our body, particularly the spine, when sitting, standing, or engaging in various activities.
Read MoreThe number one reason is to create or maintain balance, alignment & symmetry to the pelvis, which allows bub to come through the birth canal easily without restrictions. Chiropractic care may help improve bubs positioning in the womb by reducing intrauterine constraint, which can force bub into unnatural positions ie. breech or posterior
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