Paediatric osteopathy is based on the principle that many common ailments - whether minor or serious - result from an imbalance somewhere in the body caused by stress during pregnancy and the birthing process.
Most people would assume that babies have no stresses and strains in their bodies as they are so young and have been protected in the womb. However, the enormous pressures that a baby is subjected to during the birthing process can cause tension that is retained in the body long after birth.
These unresolved birth strains may lead to your baby being unsettled and fractious, as well as leaving them more vulnerable to musculo-skeletal problems such as headaches and back pain, as they grow. This can cause discomfort that may lead to reduced concentration at school, affecting social and academic development.
Paediatric osteopaths have a highly developed sense of touch. They use this, combined with a detailed birth case history and structural examination to determine the extent and location of any areas of restriction (strain patterns) in the baby's body. They then use extremely gentle manual techniques to resolve these strains in order to relieve discomfort and improve the body's function. This will allow the different body systems - the nervous system, the immune system, the muscular system and the circulatory system - to work effectively and optimally. The treatment uses no drugs, and is non-invasive.
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The sooner an osteopath is able to diagnose and treat a baby, the easier it is for the balance within that child to be restored.
testimonial:
"Within days of Jasmine being born, it was apparent that she was 'not quite right'. She was fractious when awake, had continuous jerky movements and cried for a significant portion of her waking time. After her first treatment with Sharon, she became instantly relaxed and calmer - the difference was remarkable. Jasmine had a total of five sessions over two months and I really believe that formed the foundation for the happy sprightly girl she is now".
- Hayley, Jasmine's mother.
"I took my 3 month old son to NSO as he was waking after only 30 - 40 minutes sleep during the day. I had heard cranial osteopathy could help. Both my husband (who had been a bit of a skeptic initially!) and I were blown away with the change. The very next day he started sleeping between 1 1/2 - 3 hours at a time. This made for a much happier baby and much happier parents!
I took him for cranial osteopathy about every month or 2 over the next 6 months but after that his day time sleeps were consistently better and no more treatment was necessary. I started to call Sharon the baby whisperer! I would definitely recommend giving it a go!"
- Alison, North Manly
Sharon Franklin from North Shore Osteopaths now offers home visits for Mother and Babies. For pregnant and post natal mothers and for cranial osteopathy for babies, home visits are available on Wednesdays only.
Normally $250 per visit - Special Introductory Offer $200.
For bookings, please ring Sharon direct on 0414 529 203.
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