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Hunt Vitality Chiropractic & Wellness Center Hunt Vitality is a Chiropractic & Wellness Center specializing in Vitality and Functional Medicine. Dr. Dale Jacobson, D.C.

Our family practice offers chiropractic care, functional medicine, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, nutrition, acupuncture & deep tissue massage. was raised in Nevada City and has been a chiropractor in Nevada County for nearly 40 years. He works with his daughter Dr. Heather Hunt D.C., wife Diane and wonderful staff to bring a wealth of knowledge and an unforgettable humor to the treatment of his patients. The doctors at Jacobson Chiropractic combine chiropractic, craniosacral therapy, stretching exercises, nutritional advice, functional medicine and much more to make a positive difference in lives, beyond the typical health care experience. Our office is a family practice and we look forward to including you in the family atmosphere, come see why our office has been voted “Best of Nevada County” so regularly.

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10/14/2026

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10/14/2026

When I work with babies, I’m always looking at how the neck, ribcage, thoracic spine, and diaphragm work together.

Here, I’m supporting her neck while gently working through the diaphragm and giving her a little rotation toward the left, which is where she’s feeling tighter right now. I’m also moving her gently from side to side and encouraging thoracic extension.

The diaphragm is important for breathing and also plays a role in how the body manages pressure during digestion. Because the muscles and tissues involved in the tongue and throat continue down into the neck and chest, I also pay attention to how the whole area is moving and regulating.

This is one of the gentle movements I like to teach parents when appropriate, so they can give their baby similar input at home. The key is always gentle movement, following baby’s cues, and never forcing a position.

When extension feels uncomfortable, I’ll also change the input and work through the legs. Giving the nervous system a different sensation can help baby process the movement and settle.

Every baby is different, so these techniques should be individualized and taught by a qualified professional who knows your baby.

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10/12/2026

Sometimes babies are still learning how to regulate their nervous system, and this little one is having a harder time doing that on her own.

Sucking is one of her main ways of calming and regulating right now. If she doesn’t want to sleep while being held, finding a pacifier with a shallow shape that she can comfortably use may give her another way to self-soothe.

During her adjustment, I’m also looking at her ribcage and neck. She still has some tightness through the ribcage, but her neck motion is moving well. When I gently support her into extension, you can see her head coming down much more comfortably than it did the first time.

She’s still tight, but she’s already moving better.

With gentle, consistent practice at home, a few times a day for several days, you may be surprised by how much easier the movement can become. The goal is never to force it, but to give her body repeated opportunities to explore the movement comfortably.

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10/09/2026

One of the things I’m watching here is the baby’s thoracic spine, the area through the upper and mid-back and ribcage.

When this area is tight or restricted, a baby may have a harder time comfortably extending through the upper back, lifting their head, or moving their body evenly. That’s why I like to look at the whole body rather than focusing on just the neck.

This isn’t the first time we’ve worked on this movement, which makes her progress even more exciting. Last time, she wasn’t able to get much extension through her ribcage. This time, with gentle support, she was able to extend farther and explore a movement she couldn’t do before.

Every baby progresses at their own pace. My goal is never to force a movement, but to gently support their body, follow their cues, and give them opportunities to move more comfortably.

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10/07/2026

Why I Love Chiropractic. One of the things I love most about being a chiropractor is that I get to touch people.

Through my hands, I can feel the vitality within someone’s system. I can feel where there is movement and ease, and where the body is holding tension, restriction, or protection.

There is something incredibly powerful about listening to the body this way. Sometimes the body communicates things through movement and tissue long before we have words for them.

For me, chiropractic isn’t simply about adjusting a joint or treating an area that hurts. It’s about connecting with the person in front of me, listening through my hands, and helping their body find greater freedom, movement, and vitality.

10/06/2026

Thank you to Savvy Women Talk for inviting me. It was an honor to share what I’ve learned, connect with other women, and talk about creating a new vision for women’s health.

10/02/2026

Looking back at these moments feels very different now.

We spent 18 days on this river—cooking together, washing our dishes with river water, sleeping under the stars, and experiencing the beauty of the canyon as a family.

Then, just a month later, a devastating flash flood swept through parts of the Grand Canyon. Lives were lost, people were rescued, others were missing or unaccounted for, and parts of this incredible place were severely damaged.

My heart goes out to everyone affected, the families who lost loved ones, those still waiting for answers, and the rescuers working tirelessly to bring people home.

We feel incredibly grateful to have experienced the canyon when we did, and even more grateful that our family came home safely.

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10/01/2026

We’re keeping an eye on her digestion and the effects of thrush. Since the gastroesophageal junction is still immature in young babies, things can come back up more easily. The fact that she isn't spitting up more is already a good sign.

And I have to give this little girl credit, she is really trying to participate in her treatment. Even when she’s not completely relaxed and those little fists come out, she’s working with me and responding to what we’re doing.

I love watching babies communicate with us through their little movements.

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09/30/2026

This little guy is still holding a bit of a C-shaped position through his body, especially toward the right.

I’m using a small blanket underneath him to give him some extra support and upward mobility while gently working with his right leg and body.

He gets a little upset as we work through the tightness, which is completely understandable. I’m following his cues and giving him space to gradually open up rather than forcing the movement.

And then look at him afterward—happy, relaxed, and smiling.

Sometimes babies just need a little help finding more space and freedom in their bodies.

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09/29/2026

Now it's mom's turn.

One of the things I'm paying close attention to during this session is her midline low back pain and how her body is recovering after birth. During pregnancy and postpartum, it's common for the spine, core, and pelvis to adapt to months of carrying, giving birth, and now caring for a newborn.

We talked about using pillows behind her low back while feeding or resting to give her body a little more support and reduce unnecessary strain through her back.

I also recommended gentle cat-cow movements to encourage mobility through the spine. Since she's still early in her postpartum recovery, the goal isn't to stretch aggressively. It's simply to help her body move comfortably and gradually regain mobility.

Your body has done something incredible. Give it the time and support it needs to heal well.

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830 Zion Street
Nevada City, CA
95959

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Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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