We especially recommend it if the labour a long or difficult one where the baby may have got stuck, or was not quite lying the right way, or required any form of intervention such as forceps or ventouse delivery for delivery.  Even babies born by caesarean section would  benefit from a check-up as they have not had the chance to go through the normal birth process which is important for their start in life.

The strains and tensions may cause them some discomfort which may trigger off things like colic, excessive crying, poor sleeping patterns, difficulty feeding etc…..  If left untreated, this may contribute to future problems later on in life such as headaches and sinus problems, behavioural problems, learning difficulties etc.     A few sessions may be sufficient to release these strains to make the baby more comfortable.

Cranial osteopathy is commonly used as a very gentle treatment where the baby can be in any position where he/she is happy, either lying down, held by mum or dad, being fed, playing with a toy or even crawling around.  Babies are usually quite unaware that they are being treated and tend to enjoy the extra attention. lf at any time, your child becomes unhappy or distressed, the parents may cuddle the child for as long as necessary as treatment can be continued whilst in the parents arms.

Older children can also be treated at any age.  Children get up to all sorts of mischief and frequently, end up hurting themselves.  All these small injuries build up in their developing bodies just like in adults.  A few simple sessions may resolve any accumulated or developing problems to give your child the best chance in life to live a healthy future.  Any existing problem can be treated as well.

With older children, some of the gentler adult techniques may be used if appropriate.  These include cranial techniques, soft tissue massage, articulation of joints and very rarely, gentle manipulations with the permission of both the child and the parent.

A child can be treated at any age, from literally, a newborn, to adult age.  The parents (or guardian) will be in the room at all times during the consultation.

Although I have specialised in this field which mainly involves cranial techniques for treating children, the main portion of my practice life is still the treatment of adults of all ages, including maternity patients.

Some women can suffer with all sorts of complaints during their pregnancy, from morning sickness to back pains, headaches and pelvic pains.  Osteopathy can help, and a few sessions during the pregnancy can relieve your symptoms so the pregnancy becomes an enjoyable experience, even possibly facilitating the birth process.