Self Love & Self Care

February is all about self-love and self-care.

Self-love is an important part of life and can be practiced in many different ways.

One of the best ways to practice self-love is to make sure that you’re taking care of yourself.

Make sure that you’re getting enough rest, spending some time grounding, working on mindset practices, eating whole nutritious foods, and engaging in activities that fill YOUR cup.

It’s important to take time for yourself and do things that you enjoy. For example, you can journal or meditate, read a book, spend time in nature, cook your favorite meal, and even take the time to rest in a bath.

Here at Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, one of our favorite ways for self-care is to make sure the nervous system is free of any interference so that you can adapt to life stressors with EASE. Nervous system care is the ultimate form of self-love.

Meet Brycie

Meet Brycie! Brycie came to Elevated Life Family Chiropractic shortly after she moved to Blackfoot from Northern Utah. Brycie brings her experience with kids, kind spirit, and calmness to the office. We really enjoy having her as a part of our team!

#meettheteam #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho

Asthma and Chiropractic Care

Do you constantly find yourself suffering from respiratory issues such as allergies and asthma?

You are not alone!

While chiropractic care is not meant to "cure" anything, it is meant to locate and address the disturbance to the body's healing capabilities.

Swipe to find out the WHY behind the cause and how chiropractic can help!

#asthma #chiropracticcare #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #mountainwest #montana #wyoming #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #idahofalls #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #respiratoryissues #allergies #nervoussystemhealth

Breath Work and How it Affects the Nervous System

Did you know that utilizing breathwork can tap right into our nervous system?

When we use our full diaphragm to breathe, it activates our Vagus Nerve. Our Vagus Nerve is a powerful cranial nerve that triggers our parasympathetic nervous system allowing our body to relax.

If our body is constantly in a state of sympathetic overdrive (this is called fight or flight), our physical and emotional states are under stress and imbalance.

By breathing deeply with a slow and steady inhalation-to-exhalation ratio-- our breath can signal our parasympathetic nervous system to calm the body down and get out of a state of "stress."

Try taking 5 to 10 minutes out of your day to breathe intentionally and let us know how you feel below!

#breathwork #nervoussystemhealth #vagusnerve #anxiety #stress #depression #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor #idahofalls #idahomoms #eastidahomoms #webstertechnique #postpartum #pregnancy #mountainwest #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #southeastidaho

Patient Testimonial

Thank you Shelby E. for sharing your experience with chiropractic care and Dr. Randy! Chiropractic care can be life-changing. It's a great place to start your health journey. If you have been searching for a healthcare provider that will spend more than 15 minutes with you and will listen to your concerns, Elevated Life Family Chiropractic is the place for you!

#elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #testimonialtuesday #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #mountainwest #ammonidaho #wyoming #montana #chiropracticcare #nervoussystemhealth #blackfootidaho #idahofalls

Pelvic Balance

Are you struggling with low back discomfort, incontinence, shooting pains, or just feeling uncomfortable?

There are NATURAL solutions to get comfortable during the motherhood transition.

Check out how chiropractic can help above and give us a call to set the foundation in your pregnancy or postpartum period!

#elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #pelvicbalance #pregnancychiropractic #webstertechnique #naturalpregnancy #pregnancycare #pregnancychiropracticcare #pregnancychiropractic #pregnancy #sijointpain #naturalsolutions #eastidahomoms #idahomoms #idahofalls #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #pocatelloidaho

Meet Randee

Meet Randee! She came to Meet Randee! She came to Elevated Life Family Chiropractic PLLC as a patient initially and shortly after joined the team to help run our social media, back office, and community outreach. Randee is just as passionate about the pregnancy and birth world as we are! We are grateful to have her as a part of our team!

#meettheteam #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor

6 Ways to Naturally Support Your Energy

Are you feeling "blah" or "rundown" by the middle of the day, yet you don't know why?

Energy is something we all need but can't seem to get enough of.

If you are tired of being tired, check out these tips on supporting your energy levels so you can feel and function your best!

#naturalenergy #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #mountainwest #idahomoms #idahofalls #ammonidaho #rexburgidaho #burnout #energy #energylevels #

Our Vision

Our vision is to see a community of connected and empowered families that are proactive in elevating their Innate potential.

Nothing makes us happier than having entire families coming in to see us. We love seeing our patient’s families grow in size, age, and in their personal lives; living up to their Innate potential. We take so much pride in this. Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives.

#elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #idahochiro #chirokidsrock #chirokids #webstertechnique #ourvision #innatepotential #innatehealing #

Roadmap to Wellness

When it comes to your health, you may find yourself wondering “am I on the right path to achieving my health goals?”

At Elevated Life Family Chiropractic, our goal is to help individuals achieve optimal wellness in all areas of life through chiropractic care. By having a neuro-spinal system that is clear of interference and in balance, the nervous system can function at the most optimal levels.

Are you ready to rebuild new functional patterns that will support a state of ideal health and well-being? Check out the roadmap to wellness infographic and give us a call to see how you can get started on your healthy journey today!

#idahofalls #idahochiropractor #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #mountainwest #wyoming #montana #wellness #wellnessjourney #chiropracticcare #nervoussystem #nervousystemhealth

Meet Laycee

Meet Laycee, Chiropractic Assistant extraordinaire! If you've been in our office Laycee has likely dazzled you with her bubbly personality. Laycee is such a hard worker and knows the office inside and out. She keeps us all in line. We are so grateful to have her!

#meettheteam #elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor

Benefits of Getting Outside

During these colder months, we find ourselves inside more often. Did you know that enjoying nature and getting sunshine has great impacts on our health? The winter months make it harder to do just that.

The lack of vitamin D can make it harder to sleep and we can begin to notice ourselves and our family getting sick more often. GET OUTSIDE WHEN THE SUN IS OUT! Take advantage when you can and try to wear as little clothing as you can get away with while still staying warm. Even if the sun isn't out, try to take a short walk outside. It can be a game-changer when you're having a rough day.

Check out the graphic above for some health benefits of getting outside. We encourage you to get outside this week and tag us @elevatedlifefc in your favorite ways to get outside during the winter! BONUS if it's with your little ones!

#getoutside #winteroutdoors #montana #wyoming #idahomoms #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #mountainwest #idahofalls #rexburgidaho #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #chirokidsrock #chirokids

3 Ways to Set Your Week Up for Success!

Who doesn't love to start the week off completely ready and refreshed?

Check out these 3 great tips for setting your week up for success! 💪🏼

What do you do every week to help your Monday mornings flow better? Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼

#elevatedlifefamilychiropractic #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #mountainwest #idahomoms #idahofalls #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #rexburgidaho #chirokidsrock #chirokids #postpartumlife #weeklysuccess

Testimonial Tuesday

We live for these messages! Thank you so much Ashley L. for sharing about the changes you've been noticing with Adeline.

Chiropractic care can be life-changing for kiddos. If your parent's gut tells you something just isn't right with your child and you've been told everything is fine by other healthcare professionals, give us a call at 208-357-1949. Dr. Randy can give your child the time and attention they need to get the root cause of what is going on.

#patientreview #testimonialtuesday #chirokids #chirokidsrock #idahochiropractor #southeastidaho #montana #wyoming #idahofalls #ammonidaho #blackfootidaho #idahomoms #eastidahomoms #webstertechnique #nervoussystemhealth #nervoussystem

We are Hiring

We are looking for a chiropractic assistant to serve our patients and doctor in a pediatric and family chiropractic office. This would include helping run the front office, patient care and loving on the babies and mamas that come through our door.

Things we are looking for:

- Must have a strong desire to serve mothers and infants

- Ability to multitask and work as part of a team

- Organized, Responsible and Reliable

- Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically

If you or someone you know sounds like a good fit, please email resume to kayleigh@elevatedlifefc.com

Patient Appreciation Day!

You are cordially invited to Elevated Life Family Chiropractic’s Patient Appreciation Day! We have now been open 4 wonderful years and they have indeed been wonderful. We have grown exponentially in the last two years especially and that’s all because of you! You have sent in your friends, your family, shared about us on social media and trusted us to care for your family. We couldn’t do this without you. THANK YOU!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Our reservation for the pool is from 11 am to 1 pm at the Shelley Swimming Pool August 20, 2022.

You can swim the whole time or go in and out. (We will also have a jumping pad and face painting for those that do not want to swim). We will begin serving a BBQ lunch around 12 pm.

We will have a raffle as well for some fun prizes (must be present to win)! We are so excited. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask!

Secrets to Living a Happier Life

Guess what….these aren’t really a secret. But it is helpful to read again to get them familiar in our brain!

1. Focus on the Positive.

To find long-term happiness, you need to retrain your brain from a negative mindset to a positive mindset. Try these things: 

- Spend one to two minutes looking for positive in your life. Do this three times a day for 45 days, and your brain will start doing it automatically.

- Choose a positive mantra for the day-something you will repeat to yourself, such as

“Today is beautiful” 

or 

“I feel grateful for all I have.” 

- And when things go south, take a moment, and try to see it from a positive light. Never underestimate the importance of recognizing the silver linings in life.

2. Celebrate little victories.

Life is full of ups and downs, but in between we have a lot of little victories that go unnoticed. Take a moment to celebrate these small wins. Did you check off the things on your to-do list that you’ve been procrastinating on? Yay! Did you finally clear out a thousand emails that have been filing up in your inbox? Woohoo! Take pleasure in these little achievements. They add up!

3. Find your work-life balance.

Work takes up a lot of our day, but it shouldn’t be the only thing we do. It’s important to pursue activities and interests beyond our job. Do you have hobbies? Are you spending time with  friends and loved ones? Are you getting exercise? Creating balance in your life will reduce stress and give you other outlets to express yourself and have fun.

4. Practice Mindfulness.

Mindfulness meditation works by bringing your awareness and attention to the present moment. It’s about being nonjudgmental and accepting how you are feeling. Practice mindfulness means being present, aware and curious. Accepting what we are going through decreases stress and helps us see situations for what they are. Through mindfulness, we can find peace and affirmation in ourselves.

5. Be Creative.

You may thing of artists as being moody and depressed, but studies show that engaging in creative activities on a regular basis actually makes you happier. Those who spend time using their imagination and being creative have more enthusiasm and are more likely to have feelings of long-term happiness and well-being. Such creating activities can include writing, painting, drawing and musical performance.

6. Accept imperfection.

Many of us strive for perfection-we desire to push ourselves to be our best. But in order to be truly happy, you must embrace the imperfection that is part of life. Perfection is impossible, and holding ourselves and others to these standards is futile. We will always end up feeling let down. Accept that life is imperfect and recognize that there is beauty and grace in that imperfection.

(Originally posted at: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/315636)

April Newsletter

How to Elevate your life with: Essential Oils

Essential oils contain the nutritive values and healing properties of plants in a very concentrated form. They often heal the body, mind and spirit, while regenerating damaged tissue and bringing oxygen to deprived cells. The use of essential oils also seems to improve overall immune function. (LaRee Westover, Butterfly Express) Oils are antibacterial, anti fungal, antiviral, antiparisitic and antiseptic.

Oils can heal physically, spiritually, and emotionally.

I believe that oils work in an energetic way, carrying a frequency that our bodies may need to heal. 

To explain, every organ of the human body has a frequency at which it operates when healthy. When we are sick, that frequency drops. Essential oils carry the frequency of the plant that can then raise the body’s overall frequency or stabilize the frequency of the part of your body that is struggling. 

Sometimes, it’s not even a body part. It can be emotional. Sometimes, we are carrying grief, sadness, pain, etc. An oil can provide a healing and higher frequency to help our body and mind adjust and we can feel better.

How to Use Essential Oils

Oils can be used as singles or blends. The oils in blends work together to achieve a product that can reach the various levels of spiritual, physical and emotional healing.  There are a few ways to use oils, aromatically or topically. We will use them in diffusers, in massages, or applied directly to the effected areas. For example, when I have gallbladder pain, I’ll rub the oil over my gallbladder directly or on the gallbladder point in my foot. (That’s going more into foot zoning and reflexology points which we can talk about later.)

Quality Matters!

Many oils and smells can be manufactured by men. We need to be sure the oils we are getting are pure and directly distilled from the plants they advertise. They could also be diluted with vegetable oils. BLEH! My biggest tip is to not buy an oil in a grocery store. Those are more likely perfume or diluted and the quality not great. Because they can sell them in stores, they are able to mass produce and most mass produced products are made cheaply and quickly. Find a company that is transparent, one that shows they care about quality, starting from the seeds-that will eventually grow to the plant the produce the oil from. Look for a company that can guarantee their products. It may mean you will pay a little more, but you know that you are getting the best quality oil for your therapeutic needs.

We have personal favorites but have used companies like Butterfly Express, Young Living and Plant Therapy. 

To learn more:

I highly recommend getting this book:

Click on book to order!

It is very comprehensive. It will teach you about the oils, how to use, where to use, when to use. It gives the physical, spiritual and emotional benefits of the oils and blends (disclaimer, the blends they share are their own but they do list the ingredients so you can know what’s in them.) You will be able to confidently use oils with your family!

Quick tips:

• Start small. Don’t go buying all the oils at once. Become confident with a few and then you can expand your “farmacy”.

• Find a company you like! We like Butterfly Express and Young Living best. Some benefits include free samples/products with every order, subscriptions and credits for future purchases.

• Make sure you study an oil before you use it. Some have contraindications for pregnancy and with children or for certain health conditions.

I hope this helped you learn a little more and perhaps take the leap to begin using oils with your own family!

Next, we will dive into specific oils and their therapeutic properties.

***Disclaimer*** We only endorse things we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted peers. If you grab anything we mention using our referral links, we may get a small commission. However, there’s no extra cost to you!