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Your baby stops arching during feedings. The constant spit-up slows down, sometimes after just one visit. You’re not changing onesies five times a day or wondering if every cry means another painful episode.
Sleep stretches get longer because your baby isn’t waking up from stomach pain. Feedings become calmer—less pulling away, less fussiness, less gas that seems to go nowhere. You start to see your baby relax instead of tense up every time you lay them down.
This isn’t about masking symptoms with medication. It’s about addressing the nervous system interference that’s often behind infant reflux in Weehawken. When those signals between the brain and digestive system work the way they should, your baby’s body handles digestion better. That means less reflux, less discomfort, and a lot more peace for your whole family.
Dr. Paul Roses didn’t stumble into pediatric chiropractic. He originally wanted to be a pediatrician—his goal was always helping kids. When he discovered chiropractic care could do that without drugs or invasive procedures, the path became clear.
He’s trained through ICPA and the PXdocs network, certified in Webster Technique, and works with families across Hudson County who want natural options for their babies. Weehawken parents come to us because they’re tired of being told their baby will “grow out of it” while everyone in the house suffers.
You’re not going to get cracking, twisting, or anything that makes you nervous. The pressure we use on infants is about the same as checking if a tomato is ripe—gentle, specific, and safe.
First visit starts with questions. You’ll talk about your baby’s birth, feeding patterns, sleep, and when the reflux symptoms started. Dr. Roses checks for signs your baby has a nervous system imbalance—things like favoring one side, tension in the neck or spine, or difficulty settling down.
The adjustment itself is extremely gentle. No popping, no forceful movements. Just light pressure applied to specific areas where misalignments might be disrupting nerve signals to the stomach and esophagus. Most babies stay calm or even fall asleep during the process.
After the first session, many parents notice their baby seems more relaxed. Some see changes in spit-up or gas within 24 hours. Others need a few sessions before the improvements become obvious. How many sessions for infant reflux depends on your baby—but you’ll know pretty quickly if it’s helping.
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Infant reflux often ties back to the nervous system. Birth—even uncomplicated vaginal birth—can cause subtle misalignments in a baby’s spine or skull. Those misalignments interfere with the vagus nerve, which controls digestion, stomach emptying, and the muscle tone of the esophagus.
When that nerve isn’t functioning properly, your baby’s stomach doesn’t empty as efficiently. The lower esophageal sphincter doesn’t close all the way. Food comes back up. Gas builds up. Your baby is uncomfortable, and so are you.
In Weehawken, where many families are navigating reflux without much support, this kind of care fills a gap. You’re not choosing between doing nothing and starting your newborn on acid-suppressing drugs. You’re addressing a mechanical problem that’s often fixable.
Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper nerve function. That supports better digestion, less painful gas in newborns Weehawken, and fewer episodes of baby spitting up after every feeding Weehawken. It’s not a cure-all, but for many babies, it’s the thing that finally makes a difference.
Yes, when performed by a chiropractor trained in pediatric techniques. The adjustments used on infants are nothing like what you’d see with adults. There’s no twisting, cracking, or forceful manipulation.
We use pressure similar to what you’d use to test a tomato’s ripeness—gentle, controlled, and specific. Studies show no serious adverse effects from chiropractic care for infant reflux. The bigger risk is often leaving the problem unaddressed while your baby struggles to eat, sleep, and grow.
Parents in Weehawken bring their babies here because they want a safe, natural option that doesn’t involve medications with long-term risks. Chiropractic care fits that need.
Some babies improve after one session. Others need three to six visits before you see consistent changes. It depends on how long the reflux has been going on, how severe it is, and whether there are other factors like tongue tie or feeding issues.
Most parents notice something within the first two visits—maybe your baby sleeps a little longer, or the spit-up decreases. If you’re not seeing any change after a few sessions, Dr. Roses will talk through what else might be going on.
The goal isn’t to keep you coming forever. It’s to get your baby’s nervous system working properly so their body can handle digestion the way it’s supposed to. Once that happens, you’re done.
Regular reflux means your baby spits up—a lot. You see it, you clean it up, and you know what’s happening. Silent reflux means the stomach contents come up but get swallowed back down before they come out. Your baby is still in pain, but there’s no visible spit-up to prove it.
Silent reflux often gets missed because pediatricians look for the obvious signs. If your baby cries constantly, arches during feeds, refuses the bottle or breast, or seems uncomfortable lying flat, silent reflux could be the reason.
Up to 25% of babies with reflux have the silent kind. It’s harder to diagnose, but chiropractic care addresses the same root cause—nervous system interference that disrupts digestion. You don’t need visible spit-up for this to help.
That’s a conversation to have with your pediatrician. Some parents use chiropractic care alongside medication and then wean off as symptoms improve. Others start with chiropractic before trying medication at all.
What we do know is that long-term use of acid suppression medications in infants has been linked to respiratory infections, nutritional deficiencies, and other risks. If you can avoid or reduce medication use while still helping your baby feel better, that’s worth exploring.
We work with families who want a drug-free option for infant reflux in Weehawken, NJ. If your baby is already on medication, we’ll coordinate with your pediatrician to make sure everyone’s on the same page.
You might notice your baby strongly prefers turning their head to one side. They might have trouble latching on one breast but not the other. Some babies seem constantly tense—fists clenched, body rigid, hard to soothe even when all their needs are met.
Digestive issues are another big sign. Painful gas in newborns Weehawken, chronic constipation, or reflux that doesn’t improve with typical interventions can all point to nervous system interference. So can trouble sleeping—babies who wake every 20 minutes or can’t stay asleep unless held upright.
These signs don’t mean something is seriously wrong. They often mean your baby’s spine or cranial bones shifted slightly during birth and are now affecting how their nerves communicate. Gentle adjustments can correct that and help your baby’s body function the way it should.
Most babies outgrow reflux by their first birthday. Around 70% show major improvement by nine months as their digestive systems mature and they spend more time upright. The lower esophageal sphincter gets stronger, stomach emptying improves, and the anatomy just works better.
But waiting it out for a year while your baby is miserable—and you’re not sleeping—isn’t always realistic. Chiropractic care can help bridge that gap. It supports your baby’s natural development while reducing symptoms now.
If your baby is still dealing with significant reflux after 12 months, that’s worth investigating further. But for most families in Weehawken dealing with infant silent reflux relief, a few months of gentle adjustments makes a noticeable difference well before the one-year mark.
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