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Pediatric Chiropractic & Craniosacral Therapy

Gentle pediatric chiropractic care for every stage of childhood. From breastfeeding difficulties, colicky newborns to active toddlers and growing kids, our specialized treatments support natural development in a calm, nurturing environment. Schedule your child's assessment today

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GENTLE & SAFE BABY CARE

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If feeding has felt like a struggle, you're not alone. We see little ones who fight the latch, slip off the breast, favor one side, click or leak while nursing, or feed for ages, often from birth tension or a tongue or lip tie. Dr. Chrisi works with ties all day, gently releasing tension around them so your baby can feed with ease, whether you want to avoid a revision or heal after.

Difficulty eating

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difficulty sleeping

When your baby won't settle, no one in the house is resting. We work with little ones who fight sleep, wake constantly, catnap in short bursts, or seem restless and hard to soothe. Sometimes tightness in the neck and body keeps them from getting truly comfortable. Gentle care helps your baby relax and settle more deeply, so those long, exhausting nights can start to soften into real rest.

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difficulty pooping

A baby who can't go is an uncomfortable baby, and it's so hard to watch. We see little ones who strain, grunt, arch, go days between diapers, or seem gassy and unsettled. Often the nerves and muscles that help digestion just need a little support. Gentle care encourages everything to move more comfortably, so your baby can find relief and get back to being their happy little self.

Other Reasons Families Visit Us

    • A gentle check after birth, especially following a long, fast, or assisted delivery

    • Recovery support after interventions like forceps, vacuum, or C-section

    • Easing tension held from birth and positioning in the womb

    • Establishing comfortable feeding, sleeping, and digestion early

    • Supporting healthy movement and development from the start

    • Routine wellness visits as your baby grows

    • Check-ins through big milestones like rolling, sitting, and crawling

    • Peace of mind that your little one is comfortable and well

    • Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs) - tongue, lip, cheek ties

    • Difficulty latching or staying latched

    • Preferring or feeding better on one side

    • Clicking, leaking, or losing suction while feeding

    • Slow feeding or tiring quickly at the breast or bottle

    • Gassiness and trapped tummy discomfort

    • Reflux-like spit-up and discomfort

    • Constipation, straining, or infrequent stools

    • Frequent hiccups or trouble burping

    • Colicky, hard-to-settle evenings

    • Fussiness during or after feeds

    • Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

    • Frequent night waking or short catnaps

    • Difficulty settling and self-soothing

    • Recurrent ear discomfort and congestion

    • General fussiness, tension, or overwhelm

    • Bedwetting and potty-training struggles

    • Teething discomfort

    • Seeming tense, arched, or hard to relax

    • Immune resilience through cold and flu season

    • Overall calm and regulation

    • Favoring one side with the head or neck

    • A flat or uneven spot on the head (plagiocephaly)

    • Resisting or struggling with tummy time

    • Trouble rolling, crawling, or bearing weight

    • Uneven or skipped movement patterns (army crawling, dragging a leg)

    • Stiffness or limited range of motion

    • Support through rapid growth spurts

    • Posture as they grow and become more active

    • Balance and coordination as they develop

    • Support for developmental differences

    • Sensory sensitivities and processing challenges

    • Difficulty with focus and attention

    • Big emotions and difficulty regulating them

    • Support for children on the autism spectrum

    • Support for children with ADHD

    • Trouble with transitions or overstimulation

    • Recovery from falls, bumps, and physical stress

    • Overall nervous system regulation and resilience

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    "Breastfeeding was not as easy as I expected and we struggled a lot until we came to see Dr. Chrisi. She was able to help us with baby adjustments before and after we got a tongue tie release for our little one. We were able to relieve a lot of tension for my baby and Dr. Chrisi saved our breastfeeding journey!"

    ★★★★★

    - Angie J.

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    "I was referred to Dr. Chrisi after I learned my son had torticollis. I started doing treatments (along with physical therapy), and saw huge improvements from the care plan and adjustments he received. Highly recommend for pediatric chiropractic care!"

    ★★★★★

    -Stephany M.

Why Families Trust MotherBaby 

THE MOTHERBABY DIFFERENCE

Advanced Training

CACCP: certification by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics.

The CACCP is one of the most advanced pediatric credentials in the field, earned through roughly two years of postdoctoral training focused entirely on the care of babies and children. The coursework spans pregnancy, infant and child development, pediatric neurology, gentle adjusting techniques for every age and stage, cranial work, nutrition, and the common concerns that bring families in.

Very few chiropractors pursue this depth of training. It means your child is cared for by someone who understands how little bodies actually grow, move, and develop, using techniques designed specifically for their size and stage, never scaled-down adult care.

✓ CACCP · ICPA · Advanced Pediatric Training

Specialized Technique

The SOT Technique: advanced craniosacral therapy for your little one.

SOT (Sacro-Occipital Technique) is a form of advanced craniosacral therapy that works with the gentle rhythm between the base of the skull and the base of the spine. Using a feather-light touch, it supports the cranial bones and the healthy flow of cerebrospinal fluid, helping to ease and harmonize the tension your baby's body may carry from their time in the womb, through birth, and in the weeks to months after as they grow and develop so rapidly.

Here's what sets it apart: anyone can become certified in craniosacral therapy, but this advanced technique requires a Doctorate of Chiropractic before certification is even possible. It's a deeper, more skilled level of care, with no twisting, popping, or force, just calm, precise contact that helps your baby feel more comfortable feeding, sleeping, and settling.

✓ Advanced Craniosacral · Gentle Cranial Care

Expertise You Trust

  • 11+ years of hands-on experience and training in pediatric care
  • One of only six practices in the Twin Cities certified by the Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics, earned through two years of postdoctoral training with the ICPA
  • Proud members of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
  • Every adjusting protocol reviewed by an in-house midwife, a rare second layer of expertise

Gentle, Whole-Child Care

  • Specific, gentle, and safe adjustments paired with craniosacral therapy
  • Safe, gentle scans that show us how your child's nervous system is functioning
  • Natural support for your child's growth and development
  • Comfort-focused care through rapid growth spurts and growing pains

A Warm Welcome

  • A proactive approach to your child's lifelong health
  • A supportive space to ask any question, big or small
  • Product and resource recommendations chosen just for your little one
  • Care you can trust at every age and stage

Rare combination of specialty training and a warm, unhurried space, all under one roof for families in the Twin Cities.

  • Absolutely. Pediatric chiropractic uses extremely gentle techniques specifically developed for little bodies—nothing like adult adjustments. As both a licensed chiropractor and midwife, I use precisely calibrated touch (about the pressure you'd use to test a ripe tomato) to support your child's natural development. Many infants actually sleep through their adjustments, which speaks to both the comfort and safety of the care.

  • We begin with a thorough yet gentle assessment while discussing your concerns and developmental observations as a parent. I'll explain what I'm observing before performing any gentle, age-appropriate adjustments tailored to your child's specific needs. The entire process is calm, nurturing, and typically takes around 10 minutes, with plenty of time for your questions throughout.

  • Our office is intentionally designed as a calm, child-friendly space with toys, comfortable seating, and a relaxed atmosphere to help little ones feel at ease. And yes! Many moms find that receiving their own adjustment during their child's visit not only saves time but helps demonstrate to children that chiropractic care is normal and beneficial for the whole family.

  • Pediatric chiropractic can support children experiencing colic, reflux, latching difficulties, sleep disruptions, ear infections, constipation, and developmental delays. As a midwife as well, I have special insight into how birth experiences might affect infant comfort and development. Many parents also report improvements in their children's immune function, digestion, and overall well-being with regular care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pediatric Chiropractic

  • Not at all. Pediatric adjustments use extremely gentle pressure appropriate for delicate developing bodies. There's no "cracking" or forceful movements like you might associate with adult chiropractic care. Most babies and children find the experience soothing, with many falling asleep during treatment or showing visible signs of relaxation afterward. Plus, we take our work very seriously and have taken every advanced training available for pediatric care so you can rest assured you’re in good hands backed by over a decade of experience.

  • Infants can safely receive chiropractic care from their very first days of life. As both a midwife and chiropractor, I've helped many newborns who experienced challenging births or are showing early signs of discomfort. These gentle early interventions can help establish healthy patterns that support optimal development right from the start.

  • Always! Not only are you welcome to stay throughout the entire appointment, but I consider your presence essential. Your reassuring presence keeps your child comfortable, and your observations about their behavior and development provide invaluable insights that help inform their care. We're partners in supporting your child's health journey.

  • There's no one-size-fits-all answer, and honestly, that's a good thing. The number of visits your child needs is unique to them, shaped by their health goals, their body's tension patterns, what we see in their nervous system scans, and how they're moving and functioning. After that first assessment, Dr. Chrisi will give you a clear, honest recommendation for what it will realistically take to help your little one reach their goals.

    A couple of things we promise you. We will never hand you a giant, over-the-top care plan just for the sake of it. And we'll always be upfront that some initial consistency does matter, since occasional, scattered visits rarely bring the results we're all hoping for. What families appreciate most is that we're good at finding the sweet spot: enough care to see real progress, in a rhythm that actually fits your life. From there, many families ease into occasional wellness visits to support their child through each new stage of growth.

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We would love to support your little one.

Your first appointment blends comfort with professional care. We begin with a gentle assessment while discussing your concerns and developmental goals.

Our pediatric chiropractor explains each step before proceeding with soft, subtle adjustments tailored to your child's specific needs. Many parents appreciate that treatments are quick yet thorough.

And yes, you're always welcome to stay with your child throughout the entire visit.

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