Anchor Family Chiropractic

We are closed this afternoon!

We will be back open tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27th from 12-6!

We're just a couple days before the first day of school! 👩‍🏫

If you're needing to get your kids in again before school starts we're open today and tomorrow from 9:00-1:00 & 3:00-6:00!

Give us a call to get you and your kiddos scheduled before the hectic schedules begin!
📱 515-987-7871

It’s mid-July in Iowa.
This means we have sweet corn! 🌽

Comment which one you are below! ⬇️

Reminder we are closed this afternoon!

We are open in the morning from 9:00 - 1:00 pm!

Happy 4th of July!

How are you spending your holiday weekend?

Hours this week!

With a holiday weekend coming up we're limited to appointment times. If you're looking to get in before the busy weekend give us a call!

📱 515-987-7871

Want to know how constant stress can affect your body?

Feeling stressed? Maybe you're not exactly "stressed" but you are putting little stressors on your body every single day. It may be possible you're feeling the symptoms before realizing it's because of the different types of stressors.

Here's how stress can affect your body and why it's important to prioritize self-care!

🧠 Brain: chronic stress can impair memory, concentration, and decision-making abilities.

❤️ Heart: stress can contribute to increased blood pressure, heart rate, and risk of heart disease.

💤 Sleep: stress can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to insomnia or poor quality sleep. Waking up most days still tired? Maybe stress is the cause.

🥦 Digestion: stress can wreak havoc on your digestive system, causing issues like stomach pain, bloating, and even exacerbating conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

💪 Immune System: prolonged stress weakens the immune system making you more susceptible to illnesses and infections.

Taking steps to manage stress such as practicing mindfulness, exercise, chiropractic adjustments (they help activate your body's resting system!), and getting enough sleep is crucial for your overall health. How do you de-stress best? Let us know below ⬇️

Our phone lines are down!

If you need to get ahold of us please call/text our out-of-office number 515-518-0229.

It's a beautiful day outside! 🌼
On a lunch break? Step outdoors. After work? Go for a walk.

Here are some benefits of being out in the sunshine!

🌞 Vitamin D: the obvious! Sunshine is a natural source of Vitamin D which is important for so many functions of the body.

🌞 Mood Boost: Sunlight can increase serotonin levels in the brain, helping to improve mood and reduce feelings of depression.

🌞 Better Sleep: Exposure to natural light during the day can help regulate your body's internal clock, leading to a better night of sleep.

🌞 Immune Boost: Sunlight supports a healthy immune system by stimulating the production of white blood cells which fight off viruses.

✨ Remember, if you're out in the sunshine always apply sunscreen and stay hydrated!

Opening at 10:00 today!

Due to the forecasted weather our office will be closing early at 2:30.

We will be open with regular hours tomorrow at 9:00 AM!

Reminder we are CLOSED today.

We will be back in for regular hours tomorrow!

Update of our hours next week!

Dr. Claire will be out of town on Monday but we will be open with regular hours starting Tuesday!

It's National Laughter Day! 🤣

Want to know some reasons on how beneficial laughter is to you?
Look to find out how!

👶 Calling all parents and soon-to-be-parents! Did you know that chiropractic care can be incredibly beneficial for newborns? 🌟

🌿 From the moment they enter the world, our little ones experience various physical and emotional changes. Chiropractic care offers a gentle and safe way to support their development and overall well-being. Here's why it's worth considering:

1️⃣ Promotes Proper Spinal Development: Birth can put significant stress on a baby's delicate spine. Gentle adjustments by trained chiropractors can help align their vertebrae, supporting their spinal growth and preventing potential issues later in life.

2️⃣ Eases Discomfort: Babies often experience common discomforts, such as colic, reflux, or difficulty sleeping. Chiropractic care can help relieve tension in their tiny bodies, reducing these symptoms and promoting better sleep, digestion, and overall comfort.

3️⃣ Boosts Immune System: Research suggests that chiropractic adjustments can enhance an infant's immune response. By optimizing their nervous system function, chiropractic care may help strengthen their natural defense mechanisms against illness and allergies.

4️⃣ Enhances Brain-Body Connection: The nervous system plays a vital role in a child's development. By performing specific adjustments to their spine, the tension is taken off the nervous system so it can function at its best. (Think that it finally has full cell phone reception!)

It's World Book Day!

What are you reading? Let us know below! ⬇️

Happy Earth Day! 🌎

How are you helping our environment today?

Need inspiration? We've got a bingo card for you and your kiddos to have fun with today!

Let us know if you cross off a square (or the whole card) in the comments! ⬇️

Sometimes Dr. Claire gets a break from work!

Look at this little cutie helping adjust Grandma 🥰

Can you get adjusted while pregnant 🤰?
It's a question we hear all the time in the office.

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Chiropractic and pregnancy go together like two peas in a pod. It’s all about allowing your body to be perfectly aligned and in the proper position for labor and delivery.

Specific adjustments, using the Webster Technique, allow the pelvis to balance and be in an optimal position for birth for both you and baby!

When the body is aligned and constraint is taken off the ligaments of the uterus, the baby can also be in the best position for birth too.

✨ Dr. Claire is certified in the Webster Technique, one of only few in the area!

Wishing you a blessed Easter!

🌸🌷💐

Spotted!

Where has the princess been?

Kate Middleton was last seen leaving Anchor Family Chiropractic while visiting the US.

It’s National Love Your Pet Day!

Indy is in the office for all the extra loving and therapy pets!

After a relaxing vacation, we're back in the office!

OPEN Wednesday & Thursday from 9-1 & 3-6!

A reminder of our hours this week:

We are only open Wednesday & Thursday!
📱 515-987-7871

We will be closed next week on Monday & Tuesday. ✈️

If you're needing to get in before we're gone, give us a call to schedule an appointment!
📱 515-987-7871

Did you know magnesium is used in over 600 cellular reactions in the body?

✨ Magnesium is used in energy production, muscle 💪 and nerve function, proper heart function and blood pressure regulation ❤️, as well as brain health 🧠! That's just naming a few BIG ones.

Other than not eating enough magnesium in our diet, did you know that drinking coffee ☕ slows down the absorption of magnesium in the gut? If you drink coffee regularly, you may want to supplement with magnesium to help your body have proper function. Remember, it's involved in over 600 reactions!

Foods with high magnesium levels include pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, almonds, spinach, and cashews, etc.

Take a look below ⬇️ to see if you have any of the symptoms magnesium can cause.

Our favorite office dog turned ONE! 🎂

Next time you come in wish her a happy birthday!

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We are here on this cold Martin Luther King Jr. Day!

Need to get in if you have the day off, just give us a call.
📱 515-987-7871

We're OPEN!!

We safely made it to the office this morning.
We are here 9-1 & 3-6 today!

Our office is closed today due to the weather ❄️ and hazardous travel 🚳.

We will be open tomorrow for normal hours!