Birth Experiences
Could your baby's birth experience still be affecting them?
Some babies arrive after a calm and straightforward birth. Others experience a fast birth, a long labour, medical interventions, separation from their parents, or a birth that was more challenging than expected.
Many parents are told that because their baby is healthy, everything is fine. Yet sometimes they notice signs that their baby seems uncomfortable, unsettled or unable to fully relax.
You know your baby best. If your gut is telling you something is not right, it is worth listening to.
Birth is a significant experience for both babies and parents. Sometimes babies need a little extra support to settle after a difficult or overwhelming start to life.
Every baby is different. Many babies respond quickly when their body is given an opportunity to settle and release tension.
Sometimes there may be more going on underneath the behaviour.
You may be noticing:
Difficulty settling
• Frequent crying
• Sleep challenges
• Feeding difficulties
• Reflux symptoms
• Body tension
• Startling easily
• Difficulty being put down
• Preferring one side
• Car seat distress
• Restlessness
• Appearing uncomfortable in their body
Birth experiences that parents often mention include:
• Long labour
• Fast labour
• Induction
• Assisted birth
• Caesarean birth
• Separation after birth
• NICU or special care admission
• Difficult feeding from birth
• Pregnancy stress
How I Can Help
Using Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, I offer gentle support for babies and families during the early weeks and months after birth.
Many parents seek support when they feel their baby may still be carrying the effects of a difficult start, when challenges seem to have been present from birth, or when they simply feel something is not quite right.
Every baby is unique and support is tailored to your baby's individual story.
My approach focuses on supporting your baby's nervous system and creating the conditions for greater comfort, ease and regulation.
Things do not have to stay this hard forever.
Related Support
• Feeding Difficulties
• Reflux & Digestive Discomfort
• Body Tension
• Birth Experiences
• Unsettled Babies