Praise For: It’s All in The Head

“It’s All in the Head is a must-have book for not only chiropractors, but also for parents and anyone working with children. It is exciting to know that now there is a course for everyone to engage with two of the leading pediatric chiropractors who wrote the book. This class offers an opportunity to delve into the world of human potential from a salutogenic viewpoint. The information is insightful and gives clear meaning to what is common versus what is normal in your child’s development. You will gain a better understanding of your child’s developmental processes. It answers many questions including why and how cranial distortions affect not only structure but neurological function as well.”

I purchased this book to deepen my understanding of the importance of the cranium and to gain further insight into how cranial corrections can positively impact people’s lives. I believe that, through this knowledge, we can contribute to improving quality of life, promoting better health and well-being, and transforming the reality of those who need this type of care. Furthermore, I aim to refine my ability to convey this information in a clear, accessible, and educational manner, so that more and more people may come to understand the significance of this work and its potential benefits. I view this book as an opportunity for professional and personal growth, a way to expand my knowledge and better prepare myself to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

What I find most valuable in this book is the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between skull development and neurological development in children, while recognizing the importance of each stage in this process for a child’s growth and well-being. I also find the discussion of physiological factors that can influence a child’s development and potential to be highly enriching. For me, the great value of this work lies in broadening my professional perspective, encouraging me to seek further knowledge, and helping me understand how to convey this information clearly and accessible to parents and families. I believe this knowledge can make a real difference in how we provide guidance and support to every child and family.

As a student of Dr. Martin and Nancy, I already possessed a solid, excellent foundation based on the contents of this book; however, he further enhanced my understanding of and approach to child development. He underscored the importance of viewing each child as a whole, while considering the various factors that can influence their neurological development. He inspired a deeper appreciation for the connection between cranial development, the nervous system, and a child’s overall well-being. Furthermore, he reinforced the significance of early intervention, continuous learning, and clear communication with parents. I now feel even more motivated to deepen my knowledge, approach every child with greater insight, and help families recognize the importance of supporting healthy development with care and responsibility.

Yes, I would recommend It’s All in the Head to other healthcare professionals, parents, and anyone else who wishes to better understand child development. I find it a highly enriching read, as it offers an intriguing perspective on children’s neurological development, the significance of the cranium, and the factors that can influence its growth and overall well-being. I believe the insights presented in the book can spark new lines of thought, broaden our understanding of each child’s unique needs, and encourage a more conscious, individualized approach. Furthermore, I recommend it as an opportunity to learn, grow professionally, and gain knowledge that helps us better guide families with a sense of responsibility and a commitment to children’s health and development.

I’m a huge fan of this incredible couple!

I picked up this book while I was struggling to breastfeed my daughter. She was born at home at 9 lbs. 2 oz, and her latch was excruciating from the start. Oral ties were part of the picture, but I knew they weren’t the whole story. I believed cranial work would help her head recover from the birth process, ease the restriction in her sutures, and improve her latch.

It taught me how to look past the symptom and find the root cause of what was keeping my baby from latching and reaching her first milestone: breastfeeding.

My daughter had a growth spurt every other week for her first six weeks. The book helped me see how much the natural decompression of her head after birth was shaping her ability to latch.

Today, breastfeeding and lactogenesis are the lens I use to guide my patients. Breastfeeding is a baby’s first milestone, and it is constantly changing. It is their activity of daily living and a vital sign. Feeding milestones are a window into brain development. They showed me where to begin my exam and how to assess the neurological and functional aspects of the head, so the baby can place the right demand on mom’s milk supply.

I believe every parent should own this book, ideally reading it while still pregnant. It helps parents embrace their baby’s unique physiology and understand why their baby may struggle after birth. It also shows them how to help, and how to find the practitioner their baby needs to reach every milestone.

“Breastfeeding is a baby’s first milestone, their first activity of daily living and a vital sign. It’s All in the Head taught me to look for the root cause when my own daughter couldn’t latch, and it shapes how I assess every baby I see. Every parent should read it before their baby arrives.”

“Thank you Dr. Rosen and Dr. Watson for a wonderful, well written book! This book needs to be in the hands of every parent to help understand common vs normal and the importance of the nervous system when it comes to their child. If you are a parent who wants to ‘help them do what every parent wants to do with their children, give them the greatest opportunity to express their full potential,’ buy this book today!”

“It’s All in the Head covers many important checkpoints for a child’s development in the early critical years of life. Anyone seeking help for a non-invasive treatment for their child or grandchild has a clear leg up with this book. Many questions or concerns one might have about a child’s potential can be addressed (for the lay person and professional alike) in It’s All in the Head.”

“This book is easy to read, filled with appropriate facts. It is filled with easy to read vocabulary professional insights. It is a great resource for parents or early childhood libraries. I have been an EEC professional for 15 years and am so encouraged by Marty and Nancy’s information. I highly recommend reading and sharing this book for all who are involved with children 0 to 5 years of age.”

“Such an easy book to read and understand as a provider or patient! Provides parents the ability to understand how ‘common’ is not ‘normal’ and how those common changes can affect the body globally.”

“As more and more infants are encountering stress on their nervous system from birth trauma , environmental toxins, and poor diet, to name a few, it is imperative that parents are educated on what normal alignment and function look like. When infant symptoms and health challenges are common and become confused for normal, parents are not alerted to how inaction can create chronic issues that can be easily resolved with early treatment from a pediatric chiropractor/craniopath. It’s All in the Head by Drs. Rosen and Watson presents an easy-to-understand analysis of common infant distortions that may be overlooked by the medical community but are extremely important for parents to feel empowered to get help for their little ones. A must-read for any parent wanting to create the best start for their baby with an optimized nervous system, normal physiological function and milestone development.”

“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.”