Why We Canceled My Toddler’s Surgery: The Power of Digging Deeper
This morning, I was supposed to be sitting in a hospital waiting room while my daughter underwent surgery for trigger thumb on both hands. But instead, I’m here, writing this—because last week, we discovered something that changed everything.
When Surgery Felt Like the Only Option
A few months ago, we scheduled surgery for both of her hands. The standard medical recommendation is to operate before age three to release the tendon, as it can become permanently stuck over time. Despite my hesitations, I followed the advice. But something in me wouldn’t settle.
My expertise, my experience, and my intuition were all telling me the same thing: inflammation is not random—it’s a response. And if it’s a response, something is triggering it. I’ve spent years guiding others in uncovering root causes, and I knew I had to apply that same lens to my own daughter.
The Missing Piece: What We Discovered One Week Before Surgery
Just one week ago, I decided to run a bioenergetic scan on her hands, wrists, and joints to see if something deeper was at play. What I found nearly brought me to tears: an active viral infection attacking the joints of her hands.
This wasn’t just a mechanical issue—it was her immune system responding to something deeper. The inflammation wasn’t random. It wasn’t just “bad luck” or “something that happens to some kids.” Her body was fighting an infection, and the restriction in her thumb was a symptom, not the root cause.
What made this even more surprising is that she has never been to a doctor, has no other symptoms, and is a robustly healthy child. She’s thriving in every way, which is why I could have so easily accepted this as just a structural issue. But I knew inflammation doesn’t just happen without cause—there had to be something deeper at play.
A New Path: Supporting the Body’s Innate Healing
I was overcome with relief! This was the missing piece—the root cause. Sure, she may still need surgery at some point. But before making that decision, we now have an opportunity to support her immune system, reduce the viral load, and give her body the space to heal.
Children are incredibly resilient, and I’m eager to see how her body responds when given the right support.
The Bigger Lesson: When to Look Deeper
Modern medicine has its place, especially in emergencies. There are times when intervention is absolutely necessary. But what if, instead of immediately opting for an invasive procedure, we took the time to investigate first?
Instead of watching my toddler be wheeled into an operating room today, I’m watching her play—because we took the time to dig deeper before making a decision. This experience has only deepened my belief in the work I do:
The body doesn’t work against us—it speaks to us.
Symptoms are messages, not mistakes.
Healing is possible when we identify the root cause and support the body in doing what it was designed to do.
Bioenergetic Testing: The Tool That Changed Everything
Bioenergetic testing has been an invaluable tool in my work—and in my own healing. After giving birth, my immune system was stretched thin from the immense demands of postpartum, and I developed a widespread fungal infection that took a major toll on my health.
At the time, I was exhausted, inflamed, and struggling with symptoms that didn’t seem to have a clear answer. Traditional testing didn’t offer much insight, and I felt stuck. Bioenergetic testing helped me uncover the root cause—allowing me to identify underlying pathogens, nutrient imbalances, and immune stressors that were keeping my body from healing. With targeted support, I was able to resolve the infection and fully restore my health.
Now, it’s helping me do the same for my daughter.
If You’re Facing a Similar Crossroad…
If you or your child are dealing with unexplained symptoms, inflammation, or chronic health concerns, I encourage you to pause, ask questions, and explore the root cause. Bioenergetic testing can help uncover hidden stressors in the body—whether it’s infections, toxins, nutrient imbalances, or underlying immune stress.
If you’re curious about bioenergetic testing or want to learn more about my approach to uncovering root causes, reach out here or send me an email. I’d love to help you and your family find clarity and a path forward.
💛 Natalie
