Infant & Pediatric Chiropractic Care San Francisco

We offer pediatric chiropractic care for babies, infants, toddlers, and children — including latch support, feeding difficulties, and tongue tie — as a natural extension of the prenatal and postpartum care many of our mamas are already receiving.

Gentle Care From Their Very First Days

The birth process is one of the most physically demanding events a human being will ever experience—even for a brand-new baby. Whether your delivery involved a long labor, vacuum extraction, forceps, or a planned caesarean section, physical forces are transmitted through an infant's delicate spine, neck, and cranial structures.

At Thriving Life Wellness Center in Lower Pacific Heights, San Francisco, our doctors provide exceptionally gentle, expert pediatric chiropractic care. We love welcoming growing families and helping your little one transition smoothly from womb to world, setting the foundation for lifelong health and wellness.

Why Pediatric Chiropractic Care Matters

An infant's nervous system controls everything from digestion and sleep to motor development and immune function. Even minor spinal or cranial restrictions resulting from womb positioning or birth mechanics can create tension that impacts how a baby feeds, sleeps, and settles.

Our pediatric adjustments bear no resemblance to adult chiropractic care. They are remarkably gentle—often utilizing no more pressure than you would comfortably apply to your closed eyelid.

What We Help With in Infants & Children

Feeding & Latching Difficulties

Navigating a painful or difficult latch is one of the most common concerns new parents face. Often, neck, jaw (TMJ), and upper cervical tension can make it physically exhausting for a newborn to latch deeply or nurse equally well on both sides.

We assess and gently release these restrictions, frequently working alongside lactation consultants to support a comfortable breastfeeding or bottle-feeding journey.

Torticollis & Asymmetry

If your baby consistently tilts their head to one side or has a preferred sleeping position, it can lead to tight neck muscles (torticollis) or flat spots on the head (plagiocephaly).

Gentle pediatric care restores balanced range of motion and symmetry to the neck and upper spine.

Colic, Gas, & Digestive Discomfort

An irritated or over-stressed nervous system can impact the vagus nerve and digestive tract, leading to persistent fussiness, gas, and reflux.

By removing nervous system interference, many parents notice a calmer, more settled baby who sleeps more peacefully.

Developmental Milestones & Growing Kids

As babies grow into toddlers and active children, they take countless tumbles learning to crawl, walk, and play.

Regular check-ins help support proper spinal alignment, posture, and coordination through every major developmental leap.

What to Expect During a Pediatric Visit

  • A Warm, Welcoming Space: We know parenting is a full-time, unpredictable job. If your baby cries, needs to nurse, or requires a diaper change during the appointment, you never need to apologize. Our clinic is completely family-friendly.

  • Gentle Assessment: We take a thorough history of the birth and your baby's current symptoms, followed by a very soft, non-invasive check of your child's spine, cranium, and reflexes.

  • Parent Involvement: Your baby will stay in your arms or comfortably on the table right next to you throughout the entire evaluation and gentle adjustment.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

When can a baby first see a chiropractor?

Babies can be checked as early as a few days or weeks old. Many parents bring their newborns in during the postpartum period—often right along with their own post-birth check-ups.

Is pediatric chiropractic safe for newborns?

Yes. Pediatric adjustments are entirely different from adult adjustments. They involve ultra-light fingertip pressure and low-force techniques specifically tailored to an infant's delicate physiology.

Do I need a referral to bring my child?

No referral is required. You can schedule your child's appointment directly through our online portal or by calling our office.

Thriving Life Wellness Center - Review - baby, son, daughter

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I had Shockwave therapy on both my right and left wrists within the first 6-12 months postpartum. The repeated sessions were so helpful with very intense pain that resulted from new repetitive movements with baby and still lots of relaxin in my system. I recommend!

Kristin V.
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I discovered Thriving Life Wellness Center while I was pregnant and have been a huge fan of Dr Danielle Geiger's gentle approach to chiropractic care ever since. Now that I am post-partum, both my daughter and I see Dr Danielle regularly. I recently tried shockwave therapy for the first time for lower back pain prior to getting on some long flights for the holidays and found it really effective, giving me about a week of relief which made the flight there much more comfortable. I couldn't recommend this practice enough!

Shu-Min W.
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I took my daughter who was having headaches and stomach aches to Dr. Cantwell. We had already had her stomach scoped and an MRI on her head. The doctors wanted to give her heavy duty medication. Dr. Cantwell did some evaluation and suggested that we go to a chiropractic specialist because her neck was way out of whack. We found an upper cervical chiropractor with Dr. Cantwell's help and because of her expertise and thoughtful evaluation, my daughter is free of headaches and stomach aches that plagued her for her entire senior year of high school.

Tisha R.
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The team at Thriving Life Wellness is outstanding. Especially, Dr. Danielle Geiger and the massage therapist, Sergio (seriously, best massage of my life). I sought care with Dr. Geiger for lower back pack during pregnancy and also to help with a breach baby. Both resolved under her care. She is both professional and personal. I felt truly cared for and would absolutely return to them in the future, if needed. She also treated me during the postpartum period and helped with our new baby! Highly recommend.

Kallie F.
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Dr Ameneh is wonderful. Both myself and my 2 year old daughter have been seeing her for two years. She is very approachable and understands your concerns with your pain or discomfort. The treatment has been very effective for myself and my daughter, both whom are busy running around.

Yoko H.

Support Your Child’s Health From the Start

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