by Osteoworks | Aug 17, 2022 | Babies & Infants
Misshapen heads Approximately one third of osteopathic consultation for babies is for misshapen heads – (plagiocephaly). The head may be flat at the back or on one side. This occurs early on in the baby’s development and may be present from before birth....
by Osteoworks | Aug 17, 2022 | Babies & Infants
Over sensitised nervous systems Does your baby tend to startle easily at any loud noise, be hyper-vigilant and have difficulty going to sleep? Does your baby seem to never ‘relax’? For some babies difficulties or stress in the pregnancy or the labour may affect the...
by Osteoworks | Aug 17, 2022 | Babies & Infants
Breast feeding Osteopaths are not trained lactation consultants but can be useful when there is a feeding issue. Often the baby is unable to latch if they have a tongue tie or jaw dysfunction. This can make it uncomfortable for the baby to suck or they may tire...
by Osteoworks | Aug 17, 2022 | Babies & Infants
Developmental delay Most babies develop along predictable pathways and reach milestones at similar times. Osteopaths are trained to know when milestones should be reached and in many cases can assist the baby’s development if these milestones are delayed. Examples of...
by Osteoworks | Aug 17, 2022 | Babies & Infants
Ear infections For children in the 6 month to 4 years of age one of the most common reasons to consult an Osteopath is for chronic ear infections or glue ear. A major cause of ear infections in children is being given a bottle of milk or formula while lying down. The...
