“I love the chart with how it is worded to show that Untied States is as low as 26th on the list for infant mortality. People need to recognize this and become more educated about the process of birth. Natural Birth in this country has taken a back seat to the C-sections and medicalization of birth. A woman’s birth story is her personal story for life. I loved the chapter on the “Wonder of Human Development”, it would be great to teach that in a high school health class.”

“Dr. Martin Rosen and Dr. Nancy Watson have 40 years of experience with craniopathy and SOT chiropractic. They have taught many seminars, and fully love, know and thoroughly share this information. This is a must have book for ANYONE who has children, or is in awe of the human body, and has the desire to learn. They have created a through discussion of ‘normal’ vs. ‘common’, when it comes to many of the ‘common’ complaints and concerns for parents with their children, as well as some uncommon ones. They engage the parent and caretaker in such a way that allows a greater concept an understanding of basic anatomy, the nervous system, and the importance of CSF and allowing the dura-meningeal system to be free of restrictions. This gives a greater understanding of ‘normal’ primary respiratory motion and the freedom of the body to be at the optimum level of function, which creates ‘normal’ nerve flow, function and adaptation of the body as a whole.”

What inspired me to read this book was my desire to gain a deeper understanding of how a baby’s nervous system grows, develops, and thrives, particularly through the lens of Drs. Rosen and Watson’s clinical experience with chiropractic care. I wanted to further explore how best to assess and support the developing nervous system, as well as understand how chiropractic care may actively (and proactively!) contribute to a child’s overall development and well-being.

The book is written in an objective and accessible way, making it valuable for different audiences, including parents, chiropractors, and other healthcare practitioners. It provides clear guidance on what to look for and highlights how chiropractic care may play a role in supporting a healthy developing nervous system, promoting early awareness, and contributing to a preventive approach to child development. The checklists at the end of each chapter are extremely helpful and I go back to them very, very often.

This book serves as an excellent companion, both inside and outside the office, helping me to navigate the different windows of neurological development, recognize expected milestones, and identify potential developmental delays. Rather than providing protocols, the book encourages the development of a trained clinical eye and critical clinical thinking. It helped me observe more carefully, ask better questions, and engage in meaningful conversations with parents about their child’s behavior and development. Ultimately, it supports a more informed and thoughtful approach to chiropractic care.

Absolutely I recommend this book to anyone – especially Chiropractors and Chiropractic students – seeking a broader understanding of the foundations of the nervous system and the distinctions between common, normal, and potentially abnormal neurological development. This knowledge is essential for recognizing when further assessment or intervention may be needed to support a child’s optimal health, and well-being. It also provides valuable insight into the importance of neurological development and integration, empowering parents and practitioners to make more informed decisions and better support a child’s developmental journey.