Guest Appearances

News and discussion on chiropractic technique, practice management, research and philosophy.

– Connect Airway Circle

The Critical Role of Cranial and Postural Growth Patterns in Early Life – The Developmental Affects on Function

This presentation explores the critical relationship between cranial growth, posture, TMJ mechanics, airway development, and neurological function in infants and children. Drawing from over 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Martin Rosen explains how early cranial and spinal patterns can influence breathing, feeding, facial growth, posture, sensory integration, and developmental milestones. This program bridges structural, neurological, and functional development to provide a deeper understanding of pediatric airway and craniofacial care.

– Pathways to Family Wellness

It’s All in the Head – Understanding Your Child’s Unique Cranial and Nervous System Distortions

In this episode we speak with Dr. Martin Rosen about the unique world of pediatric cranial patterning and how that patterning impacts the nervous system. Dr. Martin Rosen is an internationally renowned chiropractor and educator in SOT® Chiropractic, Pediatrics, Cranial Adjusting, Philosophy and Practice Management. He has been practicing in Wellesley, MA since 1982. He has built his career on the foundations of authenticity, mastering his chiropractic skills, sharing his years of clinical knowledge, and a commitment to excellence. Dr. Rosen graduated from Life Chiropractic College summa cum laude in 1981 and started his family centered practice at Wellesley Chiropractic Office. He has a longstanding reputation for outstanding patient-centered care since its inception. The success of his practice, his mentors, and his years of studying inspired him to offer teaching seminars on chiropractic technique, philosophy, and practice management over the last four decades. Dr. Rosen has advanced proficiency in the Sacro Occipital Technique (SOT®). Highly respected in his field, Dr. Rosen is a certified SOT®, SORSI, and SOTO-USA instructor, practitioner and craniopath. He is a past instructor for the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), on the post-graduate faculty of several chiropractic colleges, was a consulting member of the Committee for Chiropractic Practice and is on the editorial board of the Asian-Pacific Journal of Chiropractic. He has also authored the comprehensive "Pediatric Chiropractic Care", written the only Pediatric Participant Guide for SOT®, The Pediatric SOT® Spinal and Cranial Adjusting Manuals, a chapter on SOT® in the 2nd and 3rd Edition of Chiropractic Pediatrics, has been intimately involved in the rewriting of numerous texts on SOT®, Cranial adjusting and Soft Tissue Reflex Manipulation, and has been featured in countless other articles, books, podcasts and published works.

– Tongue Tie Experts - Lisa Paladino

Raising Thriving Kids: Insights on Development and Nervous System Health: Episode 113

On this episode, Lisa welcomes Dr. Martin Rosen and Dr. Nancy Watson - renowned pediatric chiropractors and co-authors of It’s All in the Head (2nd edition). With over 40 years of experience, they share how early neurological development, childhood milestones, and chiropractic care are interconnected. Together, they explore: Why early milestones matter (and what’s lost when expectations are lowered) How the nervous and immune systems shape resilience The role of chiropractic care in supporting adaptability and growth Key questions parents should ask when choosing a pediatric chiropractor

– Well-Adjusted Mama with Dr. Laura Brayton

Drs. Marty Rosen and Nancy Watson: Head Start – Helping Parents Decode Infant Development

We were honored to join Dr, Laura Braydon on her “Well-Adjusted Mama” Podcast for an in-depth conversation about infant development and some of the warning signs parents can look for to help support their child’s optimal development. In this episode we discussed how to help parents and health care practitioners differentiate between what is common vs. normal in childhood development. Our newest book the 2nd Edition of “It’s All in the Head”, which we discussed in the podcast not only explains how cranial and neurological imbalances affect early childhood development but also offers practical action steps at the end of each chapter to support improved outcomes. Tune in and listen to our discussion on the value of pediatric chiropractic and the importance of recognizing the early signs of neurological dysfunction/dysregulation and when and where to get support for your child. Whether you're curious about chiropractic pediatric care or passionate about infant health, you'll find clarity, science, and heart in this episode.