Gentle Osteopathy for Pregnancy and Babies in Andover
Pregnancy, birth and early motherhood place enormous physical demands on the body, for both mum and baby.
Gentle cranial osteopathy can help support you through this important time, easing discomfort during pregnancy, helping recovery after birth, and supporting your baby’s comfort and development.
During birth, various stresses and strains can affect a baby’s body, potentially leading to discomfort, feeding difficulties, or unsettled behavior. Cranial osteopathy uses delicate, hands-on techniques to release these tensions, promoting natural balance and wellbeing.
Treatment focuses on the entire body, including the skull, spine, abdomen, and limbs, helping to ease any residual strain from birth. Special attention may also be given to the jaw, throat, and soft palate, which can support more comfortable breastfeeding or bottle feeding if difficulties arise.
This safe and soothing approach encourages relaxation and supports the body’s innate ability to heal, making it a popular choice for early infant wellbeing.
Pregnancy Osteopathy in Andover
If you are experiencing back pain, pelvic discomfort or rib pain during pregnancy, gentle osteopathy may help relieve strain and support your body as it adapts to the changes of pregnancy.
At Hampshire Spine & Joint Clinic in Andover, Ashling Casey-Moore provides gentle osteopathic treatment for expectant mothers, helping them remain comfortable throughout pregnancy and prepare their body for labour
Support Through Pregnancy
As your body changes during pregnancy, it’s common to experience discomfort such as:
Lower back pain
Pelvic girdle pain
Rib discomfort
Sciatica
Neck and shoulder tension
Breech/transverse baby positioning
Carpal tunnel
Gentle osteopathic treatment can help your body adapt to these changes, improving mobility and reducing strain on joints and muscles.
Many mums choose to see Ashling regularly throughout pregnancy to help them stay comfortable and prepare their body for labour.
Support after Birth
The post-natal period is a time of recovery and adjustment.
Osteopathy can help with:
Postural strain from feeding and carrying your baby
Neck and shoulder pain
Lower back or pelvic discomfort
Recovery after caesarean birth
Returning to comfortable movement
Many mothers find that treatment in the weeks after birth helps them recover more comfortably while caring for their newborn.
How Can Cranial Osteopathy Help Your Baby?
Some babies seem uncomfortable, unsettled or difficult to soothe.
This can sometimes relate to tension in the neck, spine or digestive system. Gentle osteopathic treatment may help improve comfort and relaxation.
Cranial osteopathy can help ease the physical stresses from pregnancy and birth, supporting your baby’s comfort and wellbeing. It may be beneficial for:
Birth-Related Trauma - Difficult or prolonged labour, rapid delivery, or interventions such as ventouse or forceps.
Feeding Challenges - Tongue-tie, Difficulty latching, discomfort while feeding, or a preference for one side.
Crying & Sleep Disturbances - Excessive fussiness, colic, unsettled behavior, or trouble sleeping.
Digestive Issues - Reflux, trapped wind, or constipation.
Head Shape & Neck Tension – Positional head asymmetry or congenital torticollis.
Even if no symptoms are present, a postnatal osteopathic assessment can help identify and address any underlying tensions, promoting healthy development and preventing future issues.
Osteopathy For Mums
Osteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy can be a wonderful way to care for yourself during pregnancy and after birth. Our experienced practitioners use gentle techniques to help you manage the physical and emotional changes of motherhood. Acupuncture can:
- Relieve back pain, pelvic discomfort, and joint issues during pregnancy
- Help manage morning sickness, fatigue, and sleep disturbances
- Support labour preparation and natural pain relief
- Aid in recovery after childbirth by promoting hormonal balance, boosting energy, and improving mood
Our approach is always tailored to your needs, ensuring that you feel relaxed, nurtured, and empowered during every stage of motherhood.
What Happens During a Baby Appointment?
Prior to the appointment you will be sent an in-depth questionnaire about the pregnancy, birth, peri-natal period and what you are hoping to achieve through attending the clinic.
During the first appointment the baby will need to be undressed to their nappy long enough for them to be thoroughly examined top to toe.
Appointments are calm, gentle and unhurried. If it suits you can come early or stay on after your baby’s appointment at the clinic to feed/change them.
During most of the appointment your baby can remain:
in your arms
feeding
resting comfortably
asleep
Treatment uses very light touch techniques to assess and release areas of tension.
Parents are encouraged to ask questions and are fully involved throughout.
Why Choose Ashling Casey-Moore?
Ashling has supported many mothers and babies over the past 25 years and understands how important it is that treatment feels calm, gentle and reassuring.
Ashling Casey-Moore has over 25 years of clinical experience as an osteopath.
She has undertaken postgraduate training in paediatric osteopathy at the Osteopathic Centre for Children in Londonand has extensive experience supporting pregnant women, new mothers and babies.
Her additional training includes:
Pre- and post-natal yoga instruction
Baby massage teaching
Medical acupuncture
Clinical hypnotherapy and mental health support
f you would like to discuss whether osteopathy may help you or your baby, please contact Ashling directly on 07974 247088 or book an appointment online.
See Ashling’s full bio here.
Pregnancy & Baby Osteopathy in Andover, Hampshire
Hampshire Spine & Joint Clinic provides gentle osteopathy for pregnancy, new mothers and babies from our clinic in Goodworth Clatford, near Andover in Hampshire.
Many patients visit us from Andover, Stockbridge, Whitchurch, Ludgershall, Tidworth and the surrounding Test Valley villages.