Unfortunately, children can suffer from headaches and migraines too. I was one of those kids who spent half their childhood with debilitating headaches. I was constantly in to see the doctor and subjected to various tests and procedures, but nothing worked to solve my problem. When I reached adulthood things started to change because I was in control and able to chose my own type of treatment. That’s when I started to see results and get my migraines under control and resolved. If your child is suffering from headaches or migraines, and their doctor cannot find a cause or cure, please consider following the information on these pages to help your child. With these steps, many children, teens, and adults have experienced the relief they so desperately needed.
Three steps to get your child on the path to a migraine-free childhood:
1. NUTRITIONAL: The proper nutritional supplements
A very important first step - address any nutritional deficiencies that might be contributing to their headaches and migraines. MIGRELIEF is an all-natural product and is designed specifically to target migraine headaches, and is safe for children over the age of two. This is a very important daily supplement in the prevention of migraine headaches for children, teens, and adults. MigreLief is recommended by top doctors and neurologists, and is safe to use with or without medication. Find more detailed information about MigreLief on our Migraine Treatment page.
2. STRUCTURAL: Correct any structural misalignments that may be the source of the pain
While waiting for your MIGRELIEF order to arrive, this second step is of equal importance, and involves a different type of doctor – a Chiropractor. Find a highly-recommended Chiropractor in your area and schedule your child for a visit. Chiropractors can find and gently treat subluxations that may be the actual cause of your child’s head pain.
You’ll find more detailed information about step one and two on our Migraine Treatment page.
3. A HEALTHY ROUTINE
After steps one and two, these additional changes will help also!
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
Once your child is participating in step one and step two, they will feel much better and will enjoy fun outdoor activities, games, and exercise.
POSTURE:
Reduce the amount of time in front of a computer, TV, and/or video games. However, when computer time is needed, be sure they have a chair that allows for proper posture. Proper alignment of the spine, neck, and head will greatly help in reducing migraines and headaches. In other words, no slouching!
The proper pillow for sleeping will also help. The idea is to keep the head and neck fairly aligned with the spine – not have the head and neck elevated on the pillow in a way where you are pushing your head into an unnatural position.
FOOD CHOICES:
Of couse kids won’t eat well all the time, but you can influence some of thier choices. Sensible meals and snacks with more fresh fruit and vegetables is always encouraged. If your child is also overweight, I would recommend low-glycemic food choices. Find a good book on eating “low glycemic” and learn how to help them to make subtle changes in food choices and reduce the amount of sugary foods in your home.
Drinking more water is highly recommended with helping to reduce migraines and headaches. Encourage more water consumption, reduce the amount of juice, and try to eliminate sodas.
Consider adding another daily supplement to their routine. I would recommend a product called MANNA-BEARS, which is part of the Mannatech product line.
REDUCE UNNECESSARY STRESS:
There is the normal stress of childhood, such as school, homework, etc. – but, there’s also stress that can be eliminated. A major source of stress for kids is parents who argue and fight. I’m not saying this is the case in your home – but if you’re guilty - please realize that this behavior affects your children, whether they tell you or not. Creating a peaceful, loving, and stable home will help to reduce tension which could be another factor that is contributing to your child’s headaches and migraines. Talk with your child about any situations at school or home that may be creating out-of-the-ordinary stress. Kids of course need to learn to deal with the normal stress of school and studies – that’s all a part of life, but the additional and unnecessary stress is perhaps what you can help resolve or eliminate.
ROUTINE:
Continue with daily supplements, some physical activity, healthy snacks and water, better posture, enough sleep, and regular Chiropractic visits!
Thank you for taking the time to read through this information. My hope is to help create a migraine-free life for your child so they’ll enjoy every minute of their childhood. Sometimes conventional medicine does not hold all the answers. If your child’s doctor has confirmed there is nothing wrong and nothing to treat, then consider these all-natural steps to help solve the mystery and cause of migraine headaches.
