Child laying on bed with stomach pain Constipation is something I hear about from families all the time — and it can be incredibly hard to watch a child struggle. A little one who’s uncomfortable, holding in bowel movements, or feeling tense in their body can throw off the rhythm of the entire household. While daily habits like hydration, nutrition, and toileting routines matter, there is often a deeper physical layer contributing to the challenge: tension within the body’s c

Young boy smiling under a tree outside Families raising children with complex neurodevelopmental needs—such as Cerebral Palsy (CP), Hydrocephalus, genetic syndromes, or mixed tone disorders—often build a care team that spans neurology, rehabilitation, therapy, and complementary supports. One gentle, hands-on approach some families explore is Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT). This article explains what CFT is, how it might fit into your child’s care plan, what it doesn’t rep

A small toy brain symbolizing ideas sprouting As a clinician who works with both children and adults using gentle, hands-on therapy like Craniosacral Fascial Therapy, I often hear from parents and clients who want to understand what the research really says. It’s a great question — and one I deeply respect. The truth is, while there’s a growing body of evidence suggesting benefits for certain populations, the research is still catching up with what many of us see every day in

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