Baby Osteopathy Christchurch

Gentle, Non-Invasive Care for Newborns

Studies show that 61% of newborns experience a mild to moderate musculoskeletal (MSK) injury during birth. The birthing process, whether vaginal delivery, forceps, kiwi-cup, or C-section, can create tension or misalignments in your baby’s body, potentially affecting their comfort and development.

Why Choose a Baby Osteopath in Christchurch?

Parents often seek our care for:

Difficult Births: Trauma from assisted deliveries or prolonged labour.
Feeding Issues: Trouble latching or sucking, often tied to neck stiffness from birth strain.
Head Shape Concerns: Flat spots (plagiocephaly) linked to positioning or MSK stress.
Restricted Movement: Limited neck or limb mobility or favouring one side.
Sleep and Crying: Continuous fussiness or unsettled sleep patterns.
Constipation & Digestive issues

These common newborn challenges may result from birth-related musculoskeletal tension, which can be gently relieved through baby osteopathy treatments in Christchurch.

Safe & Gentle Osteopathy for Babies

Our osteopaths in Christchurch use a light-touch, non-invasive approach to assess and treat your baby’s body tension and alignment. This encourages the body’s natural self-healing ability while helping your baby feel more comfortable and relaxed.

Many babies sleep through treatment! Our techniques are so gentle that they can ease discomfort without invasive interventions.

What to Expect During Your Baby’s Osteopathy Session

At Better Health Osteopathy Christchurch, we create a calm and nurturing environment for both parents and babies.

Your baby’s session will include:
✔ A comprehensive assessment of musculoskeletal health
✔ Gentle hands-on treatment using cranial osteopathy techniques
✔ A personalised care plan tailored to your baby’s needs
✔ Advice on post-treatment care & positioning techniques

What Our Parents Have to Say?

👉 Great place! I took my newborn there, and they did an awesome job. They were super helpful. I highly recommend it. Shelley, Christchurch

👉 Amazing, welcoming environment. Better Health Osteopathy has helped my son since he was 4 weeks old. It has helped him latch better for breastfeeding, which has been life-changing for us. Alissa, Christchurch

👉 My 4-month-old son has been having osteopathic tretament, and it is incredible the difference I have noticed! Maverick can now turn his head both ways so freely. I would highly recommend Better health Osteopathy for yourself and your baby. Maverick loved it and just chatted & smiled away through every appointment. Chelsea, Christchurch

Book a Baby Osteopathy Appointment in Christchurch

If your baby is experiencing discomfort, feeding issues, restricted neck movements or constipation, we are here to help. Our trusted Christchurch baby osteopaths will also work alongside your midwives, GPs, and paediatricians to support your baby’s well-being.

Give your baby the best start in life with gentle osteopathy. Book an appointment today and help your baby feel more comfortable and relaxed.

Book Appointment online or Call 027 7555700