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Your baby stops arching their back during feeds. The constant spitting up after every feeding slows down, then stops. You’re not changing onesies five times a day anymore.
Sleep improves because your baby isn’t waking up choking or uncomfortable every hour. You start to see them relax during tummy time instead of screaming through it. Feeding becomes something you both enjoy instead of dread.
This isn’t about managing symptoms with medication. It’s about addressing why your baby’s nervous system isn’t letting their digestive system work the way it should. When we remove the interference through gentle adjustments, their body can do what it’s designed to do—digest comfortably, sleep soundly, and grow without pain.
Most parents in Harsimus Cove notice changes within the first few visits. Some see improvement after just one session. Your baby’s body wants to heal. Sometimes it just needs the right support to get there.
Dr. Paul Roses has spent years caring for infants, including his time at St. Clare’s Home for Children. He’s seen what gentle chiropractic care can do for babies who are struggling—and he’s watched families get their peace back.
We serve families throughout Harsimus Cove and the surrounding Jersey City area. Parents here value natural approaches to healthcare, and they want practitioners who understand infant development, not just spinal adjustments. Dr. Roses takes a holistic approach, looking at your baby’s nervous system, birth history, feeding patterns, and overall health.
You’re not getting a one-size-fits-all protocol. You’re getting someone who listens, assesses, and builds a care plan based on what your baby actually needs. And you’re getting care that works alongside your pediatrician—not against them.
Your first visit starts with a conversation. Dr. Roses will ask about your baby’s birth, feeding habits, sleep patterns, and when you first noticed the reflux symptoms. He’ll want to know if your baby had a difficult delivery, if they favor one side, if they’re spitting up after every feeding or just occasionally.
Then comes the assessment. Dr. Roses will gently examine your baby’s spine and nervous system, looking for areas of tension or misalignment that could be interfering with digestion. The pressure used during a gentle baby adjustment is about the same as checking if an avocado is ripe—light, specific, and incredibly safe.
The adjustment itself takes just a few minutes. Most babies stay calm or even fall asleep during the process. There’s no twisting, cracking, or force. Just gentle, precise contact that helps restore balance to the nervous system.
After the adjustment, you’ll get clear guidance on what to watch for at home and when to come back. How many sessions for infant reflux depends on your baby’s age, severity of symptoms, and how they respond. Some babies improve quickly. Others need a few weeks of consistent care. Dr. Roses will give you realistic expectations based on what he sees.
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Chiropractic care for infant reflux isn’t just about the adjustment. You’ll also get practical guidance on positioning, feeding techniques, and signs your baby has a nervous system imbalance that might be contributing to their discomfort.
Dr. Roses will explain what’s happening in your baby’s body and why reflux symptoms often peak around four months. He’ll help you understand the connection between birth trauma, spinal misalignment, and digestive issues. And he’ll work with you to create a plan that fits your family’s needs.
In Harsimus Cove, parents are looking for evidence-based care that doesn’t rely on medications with side effects. Research shows that 9 out of 10 infants experience significant improvement in reflux symptoms with chiropractic care. Published case studies demonstrate complete resolution of GERD symptoms within three months of treatment. Adverse reactions occur in less than 0.12% of visits—making this one of the safest interventions available for infant reflux relief.
You’ll also get support for related issues like painful gas in newborns, ear infections, and sleep disturbances. Because when the nervous system is balanced, the whole body works better.
Most babies need between 4 and 12 sessions, depending on how severe the reflux is and how long it’s been going on. If your baby is only a few weeks old and symptoms just started, you’ll likely see faster results than if they’ve been struggling for months.
Dr. Roses will give you a clearer timeline after the first assessment. Some babies improve after one visit. Others need consistent care over several weeks to see lasting change. The goal isn’t to keep you coming forever—it’s to get your baby feeling better and keep them that way.
You’ll know it’s working when feeding gets easier, sleep improves, and the constant spitting up slows down. If you’re not seeing progress within the first few visits, Dr. Roses will adjust the approach or talk with you about other factors that might be contributing.
A gentle baby adjustment uses about the same amount of pressure you’d use to check if a tomato is ripe. There’s no cracking, popping, or twisting. Dr. Roses uses his fingertips to apply light, specific pressure to areas of the spine where tension or misalignment is affecting your baby’s nervous system.
Most babies stay calm during the adjustment. Some fall asleep. A few might fuss for a second, but it’s usually because they don’t like being held still—not because anything hurts. The whole process takes just a few minutes.
After the adjustment, some babies are noticeably more relaxed. Others might be a little fussy for an hour or two as their body adjusts. Both are normal. You’ll get clear instructions on what to expect and what to watch for at home.
Constant spitting up after every feeding is one sign. So is arching their back during or after eating, difficulty latching, and refusing to lie flat on their back. If your baby only turns their head to one side, has a flattened spot on their skull, or seems uncomfortable during tummy time, those are red flags too.
Painful gas in newborns that doesn’t improve with typical remedies, disrupted sleep patterns, and excessive crying—especially if it gets worse when they’re lying down—can all point to nervous system interference. Some babies also struggle with constipation, frequent hiccups, or seem generally tense and unable to relax.
These symptoms often show up after a difficult birth—long labor, forceps or vacuum delivery, C-section, or if your baby was in a breech position. Birth trauma can cause misalignments in the upper spine that interfere with the nerves controlling digestion. A chiropractic assessment can identify whether that’s what’s happening with your baby.
Yes. Research shows that adverse reactions during chiropractic treatment for infants occur in less than 0.12% of visits. That’s safer than most over-the-counter medications. The techniques we use for babies are nothing like adult adjustments—there’s no forceful manipulation or high-velocity movements.
Dr. Roses has extensive experience working with infants, including his time at St. Clare’s Home for Children. He understands infant anatomy, development, and how to assess whether chiropractic care is appropriate for your baby’s specific situation. If he sees something that needs medical attention instead, he’ll tell you.
Studies on chiropractic care for infant reflux show significant symptom improvement without serious side effects. One published case study followed a three-month-old with GERD who had complete resolution of symptoms within three months of care. Parents report better sleep, less crying, and improved feeding after just a few sessions. The safety profile is strong, and the outcomes speak for themselves.
Yes, if the spitting up is related to nervous system interference. When the upper spine is misaligned—often from birth trauma—it can affect the nerves that control the muscles involved in digestion. That includes the lower esophageal sphincter, which is supposed to keep stomach contents from coming back up.
Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper nerve function so those muscles can do their job. When the nervous system shifts out of stress mode and into rest-and-digest mode, the whole digestive process works better. That means less spitting up, less discomfort, and better nutrient absorption.
Not every case of spitting up needs chiropractic care. Some babies just have an immature digestive system that improves on its own by 12 months. But if your baby is spitting up after every feeding, seems uncomfortable, isn’t gaining weight well, or has other signs of reflux, it’s worth getting an assessment. Dr. Roses can tell you whether chiropractic care is likely to help or if something else is going on.
Absolutely. Our chiropractic care for infant reflux in Harsimus Cove isn’t about replacing your pediatrician—it’s about giving your baby another layer of support. Dr. Roses works collaboratively with other healthcare providers to make sure everyone is on the same page.
If your pediatrician has prescribed medication or recommended specific feeding strategies, chiropractic care can complement that. Many parents find that once the nervous system interference is addressed, they’re able to reduce or eliminate medications because the underlying issue has been resolved. But that’s always a conversation to have with your pediatrician.
Dr. Roses will communicate with your baby’s doctor if needed and provide updates on progress. The goal is to give your baby the best possible outcome, and that often means combining natural, drug-free care with medical oversight. You don’t have to choose one or the other.
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