Spring has arrived and this month, our chiropractors are covering the moments that catch you off guard, the small movements babies build big skills from, and the small changes that make the season feel lighter.
Spring Reset: Small Changes for Better Health
Spring is here, and after a cooler Bundaberg winter, you might be ready to get outside and move a little more. The good news? A healthier spring doesn’t require a complete lifestyle overhaul — small changes are often much easier to stick with.
Dr Brenda shares five simple places to start, from getting more natural light to checking in with your body, plus where chiropractic care may fit into your spring reset.
Why Does My Back “Go Out” Doing Something as Simple as Tying My Shoes?
By It’s a common story: “I didn’t lift anything heavy. I just bent over to tie my shoes and suddenly my back went out!” It can seem strange that such a simple movement could trigger significant back pain — but the act of bending over is usually just the final straw, not the original cause.
Your spine deals with thousands of movements and loads every day, and sometimes its capacity to tolerate just a bit more is temporarily reduced. Dr Ben explains the “glass of water” idea behind these moments, why it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve done serious damage, and the more useful question to ask when your back does go out.
Strong From the Start: Why Tummy Time Matters
When you have a new baby, there’s so much to figure out — feeding, sleeping, settling, nappies, milestones… and then someone tells you your baby needs “tummy time” too! Thankfully, it doesn’t need to be complicated.
Dr Shinay breaks down why tummy time matters for your baby’s development, what actually “counts” as tummy time if your baby protests, and the small patterns worth keeping an eye on as they grow.