There are things you can do as a parent to help insure that your child grows up with a strong and healthy spine. Here are a few recommendations to keep in mind:
1. Make sure car seats support the head and neck properly.
1. Make sure car seats support the head and neck properly.
2. When lifting an infant, provide support for the head and keep the spine in alignment.
3. Discourage others from throwing your child up in the air.
This can cause whip-lash type injuries. Besides they are not a football, their your kid.
4. Provide a firm, but comfortable mattress for sleep support.
5. Teach proper posture when sitting or standing.
6. Avoid Heavy Backpacks!!!!
~Dr. T
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