At Willow Osteopathy, we understand how important your baby’s comfort and wellbeing are during the early weeks and months of life. Birth is a remarkable process, but it can also place a variety of physical demands on a newborn. Some babies seem settled straight away, while others appear more sensitive, tense, or difficult to soothe. Our gentle osteopathic approach aims to support babies through this natural period of adjustment.
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A Gentle, Soothing Approach
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Clarissa uses exceptionally light touch and soft techniques suitable for even the youngest babies. Treatment is calm, reassuring, and always paced around your baby’s needs. Many parents tell us their baby relaxes deeply during sessions—and some drift off to sleep.
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Why Parents Bring Their Babies to Willow Osteopathy
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Families often come to us when they notice things such as:
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A baby who seems unsettled or hard to soothe
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A preference for turning their head to one side
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General stiffness, tension, or discomfort
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Challenges with comfortable feeding positions
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Sleep that feels easily disrupted
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Digestive discomfort or windy behaviours
Osteopathy does not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions. Instead, we focus on supporting comfort, releasing tension, and helping your baby feel more at ease in their body.
What to Expect at Your Baby’s Appointment
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At Willow Osteopathy, your appointment will include:
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A full, relaxed conversation about your baby’s history and your concerns
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A gentle assessment of your baby’s posture, movement, and areas of strain
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Soft, hands-on techniques designed to promote ease and relaxation
Our approach is calm, unhurried, and respectful—your baby leads the session, and we work around feeding, cuddles, and settling as needed.
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Supporting Comfort and Wellbeing
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Although every baby responds differently, many parents notice after a session that their baby:
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Appears calmer
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Seems more comfortable during feeding
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Settles or sleeps more easily
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Feels more relaxed in their body
These changes vary from child to child, but many families find osteopathy a supportive and reassuring experience.​
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