BABYEM’S BRIEF GUIDE TO OSTEOPATHY

The majority of the work of a paediatric osteopath involves assessing the child’s body for stresses and strains acquired in early life, through the physical force of birth or being confined to a cramped space while in the womb.

Why refer to a paediatric osteopath?

An osteopath’s assessment of a baby considers all aspects of his/her health from the point of conception, the growth and development during pregnancy, birth and delivery through to childhood.

Can baby massage ease a baby’s colic?

Many parents and practitioners state that Baby massage helps to ease colic, but there are many other benefits of baby massage.

Postnatal Depression (PND)

People expect that having a baby is going to be a source of happiness. However, for many new mothers it may not feel like this straight away, which can bring on strong feelings of  anxiety.