August 28 & 29
Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego, CA
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Join us August 28–29, 2026, at the beautiful Paradise Point Resort & Spa for two dynamic days dedicated to advancing excellence in pediatric chiropractic care.
Earn up to 14 CE hours toward your DC license renewal with flexible options, including in-person, interactive video conference, and distance learning. Invest in your practice, expand your impact, and return to your community ready to deliver even greater care to the families you serve.
Expert Speakers in Pediatrics
Christopher J. Boman DC
Dr. Chris Boman, DACCP, is the founder of Trailhead Family Chiropractic in Murrieta, California. From the start, Dr. Chris has dedicated his practice to serving prenatal, pediatric, and special needs populations throughout the Temecula Valley. His mission is simple yet powerful: to help parents discover chiropractic before they ever have to say, “I wish I’d found chiropractic sooner.”
Over more than a decade in practice, Dr. Chris has explored multiple business models, started with insurance, then transitioned to a cash practice, hired and mentored associates, and successfully expanded into satellite clinics—all while caring for some of the most complex cases in the world. In 2022, he published his first book and launched a podcast to further share his passion for holistic family care and chiropractic philosophy.
Outside the office, Dr. Chris lives on a two‑acre regenerative homestead in Southern California with his wife and three children, where they raise poultry, pigs, fruit trees, a thriving garden, and a mix of dairy and beef cattle.
John Edwards DC
John Edwards DC, DACCP is a pregnancy and pediatric chiropractor, ICPA Diplomate and Instructor, serving Cape Coral and the surrounding communities in FL.
Dr. John Edwards graduated with honors from both Truman State University (2000) and Palmer College of Chiropractic- Davenport (2004) and has completed the Webster Certification course four times since 2008. His practice, Mama’s Chiropractic Clinic, focuses on perinatal and pediatric chiropractic care in two Southwest Florida locations. Dr. Edwards earned the Diplomate in pregnancy and pediatric practice (DACCP) through the Academy of Chiropractic Family Practice and Chiropractic Pediatrics and International Chiropractic Pediatric Association in 2018. Two additional training programs, the Spinning Babies & Integral Touch of Birth (resulting in the Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner designation SpBAP) and Brain DC’s 100 hour chiropractic functional neurology series, have been instrumental in formulating his unique approach to perinatal practice.
Dr. Edwards pioneered a relationship with the ICPA to be their first center for clinical pregnancy research, and subsequently amassed and organized the largest data set on chiropractic during the perinatal period in the world. He represents the ICPA at the Association for Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference and has published 14 case reports and original papers in peer-reviewed journals. His work has been part of a conscious strategy to build the body of evidence for the safety and efficacy of chiropractic care in the perinatal period through case reports and participation in the design of several large scale multi-clinic studies.
Dr. Edwards loves engaging people in conversations about salutagenesis and conscious living. This passion helped him build one of the largest Pathways Connect groups associated with the Pathways to Family Wellness magazine and leads him to teach around the country.
On a personal level Dr. Edwards loves exploring his adopted home state of Florida, as most any transplanted Midwesterner would. He enjoys the parenting adventure with his son Forrest and has a deep love for sailing, Renaissance festivals, and cinema.
Chiropractic & Breastfeeding—A Seat at the Table
Lynn M. Gerner DC, FICPA, IBCLC
Dr. Lynn Gerner, DC, FICPA, is a graduate of Life Chiropractic College West in 2004 and has been in private practice since that time; focused on pediatric care and breastfeeding support. She earned her FICPA In 2004, is a trained doula, earned her CLEC (Certified Lactation Educator Counselor) in 2021, and earned her IBCLC in 2025. She founded the Good Life Learning, LLC (a professional education company) in 2019 to help spread the word about the benefit of the Chiropractic adjustment in connection with feeding dysfunction and oral restrictions. In this new and emerging specialty field, she also recognized the need for advanced training for the Chiropractor as well. She currently teaches privately as well as through Life Chiropractic College West, Northeastern Chiropractic College, Gold Lactation Learning, and the ICPA. Dr. Gerner is a wife, mother of 3 adult children, and lives in Davis, CA with her family and rescued dogs. Beyond her professional work, her other passions are traveling the world whenever possible and (sometimes at the same time) cycling.
Stanton Hom DC
Dr. Stanton Hom – DC, DACCP, CCWP is the Founder of Future Generations: a global movement normalizing vibrant health for life by providing freedom focused care and education so we can experience our innate genetic potential.
Together, he and his team have built one of the top clinics in the world through their innovative and against the grain approach that catalyzes radical healing of chronic health issues in patients of all ages.
After graduating from the United States Military Academy at West Point and earning a bachelors of science in Chemistry/Life Science/Pre-Medicine, Dr. Stanton was fortunate enough to be selected for an internship at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Upon completion of Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 2010, he has since served the San Diego community with vitalistic chiropractic care, specializing in the whole family from preconception through birth, infants, childhood and beyond.
His own self-healing has inspired him to take on a new mission of chiropractic that eventually led to a breakthrough method in 2013 that he now teaches to an international community called “Freedom Focused Care.”
As the Host of the Future Generations Podcast, an informed dad and prenatal/pediatric chiropractic specialist, he leads a worldwide movement that stands for Health Freedom for All Generations.
Protecting the Developing Brain: Supporting Infant Neurological Development in Chiropractic Practice
Stephanie Libs DC, CACCP
Dr. Stephanie Libs is a passionate chiropractor, lactation consultant, and educator based in sunny San Diego, where she leads a thriving practice alongside her team of four talented associates.
A proud graduate of Life Chiropractic College West, she has been serving families since 2013 with a deep focus on perinatal and pediatric care. Dr. Steph holds her CACCP through the ICPA and brings a rich blend of techniques to her practice, including MLS from Arno Burnier, cranial work from Dr. Marty Rosen, and brain-based chiropractic care from Dr. Amy Spoelstra.
She’s especially known for helping chiropractors build confidence and clarity around caring for pregnant women and newborns, offering courses that bridge the gap between birth, breastfeeding, and chiropractic care. Most recently, she joined the ICPA instructor team, now proudly teaching the Webster Technique and continuing the legacy of Dr. Jeanne Ohm.
The Luxury Pelvis: How Balance in Pregnancy Supports Infant Brain Development
Jennifer Santos DC, DACCP
Dr. Jen Santos is a second generation chiropractor. She received her first adjustment at 45 minutes old by her dad. Dr. Jen graduated from Life Chiropractic College West in 2013. She graduated with honors (Cum Laude) and received the prestigious “Clinical Excellence Award.” She is a full time chiropractor and owner of Acorn Chiropractic Club with 3 locations in Petaluma, CA and Santa Rosa, CA and Napa, Ca.
Dr. Jen taught at Life Chiropractic College West, where she fell in love with teaching. She taught Obstretrics, gynecology, pediatric pathology and prenatal and pediatric adjusting. In 2020, Dr. Jen started teaching Dynamic Body Balancing, this is the work of Dr. Carol Phillips who has contributed to the work of Spinning Babies used in hospitals and birth centers around the world. In 2021, Dr. Jen started teaching for the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). She now teaches 2 classes for the ICPA. The first one is “Navigating the highs and lows of a perinatal practice” this class guides chiropractors through the inevitability of loss within the perinatal chiropractic office. Dr. Jen also teaches the “Webster Technique”, which is the gold standard technique for pregnancy adjusting.
After graduating with honors, Dr. Jen continued her education with CACCP (Certified in the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics). through the ICPA. Dr. Jen later earned her DACCP (Diplomate in the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics). Dr. Jen is also an Aware Practitioner and Certified Parent Educator through Spinning Babies. She is also an International Board Certified Location Consultant (IBCLC). Dr. Jen is also a BodyReady Method Pro.
In Dr. Jen’s free time she enjoys being a mom to 3 boys being married to her high school sweetheart, Dr. Matt, Also a chiropractor.
Supporting Neurological Organization: Primitive Reflexes and Chiropractic Care
Linda Slak DC, CACCP, CABCDD
Dr. Linda Slak is an accomplished pediatric chiropractor with over 40 years of experience and the proud co-founder of Slak Chiropractic, the Slak Institute, and the Perinatal and Pediatric Academy (PPA). Her experience includes certifications in Pediatrics through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and she is a Fellow of the American Board of Child Developmental Disorders through the Academy of Functional Neurology (ACFN). She has been at the helm of Slak Chiropractic along with her husband Dr. Jean-Marc Slak, dedicatedly offering gentle and precise care since 1987.
Over the years, Dr. Slak has had the honor of contributing to the field through national and international speaking and teaching engagements sharing her experience and expertise. She is a passionate instructor for the ICPA, seeking to empower more professionals in the field as she believes in the power of lifelong learning.
When not adjusting, you will find her exploring our beautiful planet, with an unmistakable preference for beach destinations and boating adventures. She thrives on the joy and rejuvenation she draws from these escapades and cherished moments with family and friends!
What You'll Learn:
Through engaging presentations and real-world case discussions, you’ll explore how to integrate strong clinical skills with a patient-centered, salutogenic model of care that supports growth, development, and long-term wellness.
Whether you’re refining your assessment techniques, expanding your understanding of pediatric conditions, or strengthening communication with parents, this program is designed to boost both confidence and clinical outcomes.
Luxury San Diego Venue
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
1404 Vacation Rd, San Diego, CA 92109
(855) 463-3361 | paradisepoint.com
Book their room at Paradise Point here or call the Reservations department at (855) 463-3361 and reference the “CalChiro Pediatrics” room block. Guests can also make changes or request additional nights beyond what was contracted through the reservations department.
Paradise Point features spacious accommodations on a private island in Mission Bay. Reserve your guestroom for the event with special rates, on an exclusive basis.
Discounted room block available until 11:59 PDT on Sunday, July 26.
CalChiro and the ICPA Present: Tiny Spines, Big Potential
Sponsorship Opportunities
Connect with pediatric chiropractors, perinatal specialists, & family-focused healthcare providers.
This conference is tailored to help pediatric chiropractors deliver exceptional care by combining clinical expertise with a patient-centered, salutogenic approach. You’ll leave with practical skills and a deeper understanding of the neuro-biomechanical factors that impact infant feeding and development.


