At Meadowside Osteopathy in Farnham, our specialist Cranial Osteopaths provide safe, gentle, and effective treatment for babies. We help support healthy development, ease discomfort, and promote better sleep, easier feeding, and overall wellbeing for your child.
We know that early parenthood is a mix of joy, exhaustion, and the often moment of “what do I do now?”If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why is my baby crying all the time?”, you’re not alone – it’s one of the most common questions we hear from parents.
Sometimes babies are simply adjusting to life outside the womb. Other times, they may be holding a little tension from birth, or finding it hard to feed, digest, or settle comfortably.
Our experienced cranial osteopaths in Farnham provide gentle, safe, and effective care for babies, toddlers, and children. Most babies benefit from a gentle check-up after birth – ideally within the first 2–6 weeks – but osteopathy can help at any stage.
We help ease tension, support feeding and digestion, and encourage calm, comfortable development, while making sure parents feel supported and reassured, too.Many parents find us through their midwife, GP, health visitor, breastfeeding consultant, or other local mums.
Gentle cranial osteopathy releases tensions from birth, allows your baby to breathe more deeply and comfortably, calms your baby’s nervous system and supports more restful sleep.
Soft, rhythmic techniques relax the diaphragm and tummy to ease trapped wind, reduce crying, and help digestion flow smoothly.
By releasing tightness in the chest and diaphragm, osteopathy helps reduce discomfort and support more comfortable feeding.
We assess how your baby feeds and moves, helping improve latch, coordination, and comfort — reducing strain for both of you.
Working closely with Polly Powell, our in-house lactation consultant and tongue-tie specialist, we provide gentle pre- and post-release care to support easier, more efficient feeding.
Gentle stretching and balancing techniques help release tight neck muscles so your baby can move freely, feed evenly, and avoid head flattening.
Babies born by c-section, ventouse, or forceps — or who arrived early — can retain tension. Osteopathy helps their body adapt comfortably and supports natural development.
Our calm, restorative approach helps babies relax, improving comfort, digestion, and overall sleep quality.
Want to learn more about how osteopathic care can support your baby? Read our blog for helpful insights and tips.
A little fussing is normal — it’s how babies tell us what they need. But if your baby seems grumpy most of the day, cries without a clear reason, or wakes often and unsettled, they may be holding onto some tension from birth.
During labour and delivery (whether vaginal, assisted, or by caesarean), a baby’s soft bones and tissues go through a lot of pressure and twisting. Most babies naturally “unwind” over time through movement, stretching, and feeding, but sometimes that tightness lingers.
You might notice your baby:
Colic describes tummy discomfort that can make babies cry or strain, even when nothing is medically “wrong.” It’s very common and usually improves as their digestion matures.
You might notice:
Reflux happens when milk flows back up from the stomach, causing hiccups, crying, or discomfort after feeding. “Silent” reflux is trickier — the milk stays down, but your baby might still grimace, cough, or dislike lying flat.
A tight diaphragm or ribcage tension (especially after caesarean or a fast delivery) can make this worse. Usually, reflux improves by 3–4 months, as the digestive system strengthens.
Babies born even a little early (before 39–40 weeks) sometimes have a digestive system that’s still developing. Formula milk can be harder to process than breast milk, leading to trapped wind or discomfort.
If the tissue under the tongue (the frenulum) is tight or short, your baby may struggle to move their tongue freely, making feeding tricky. This can lead to air intake, wind, and frustration for both baby and parent.
Even after the tie is released, your baby may still hold tension in their jaw or neck — old habits take time to unlearn.
Some babies prefer turning their head one way, often due to their position in the womb or during birth. If they keep favouring that side, a flat spot may appear (positional plagiocephaly), or feeding may be easier on one breast.
Some babies react to certain foods — most commonly cow’s milk protein. This can cause tummy issues, discomfort, or skin irritation.
A little fussing is normal — it’s how babies tell us what they need. But if your baby seems grumpy most of the day, cries without a clear reason, or wakes often and unsettled, they may be holding onto some tension from birth.
During labour and delivery (whether vaginal, assisted, or by caesarean), a baby’s soft bones and tissues go through a lot of pressure and twisting. Most babies naturally “unwind” over time through movement, stretching, and feeding, but sometimes that tightness lingers.
You might notice your baby:
Colic describes tummy discomfort that can make babies cry or strain, even when nothing is medically “wrong.” It’s very common and usually improves as their digestion matures.
You might notice:
Reflux happens when milk flows back up from the stomach, causing hiccups, crying, or discomfort after feeding. “Silent” reflux is trickier — the milk stays down, but your baby might still grimace, cough, or dislike lying flat.
A tight diaphragm or ribcage tension (especially after caesarean or a fast delivery) can make this worse. Usually, reflux improves by 3–4 months, as the digestive system strengthens.
Babies born even a little early (before 39–40 weeks) sometimes have a digestive system that’s still developing. Formula milk can be harder to process than breast milk, leading to trapped wind or discomfort.
If the tissue under the tongue (the frenulum) is tight or short, your baby may struggle to move their tongue freely, making feeding tricky. This can lead to air intake, wind, and frustration for both baby and parent.
Even after the tie is released, your baby may still hold tension in their jaw or neck — old habits take time to unlearn.
Some babies prefer turning their head one way, often due to their position in the womb or during birth. If they keep favouring that side, a flat spot may appear (positional plagiocephaly), or feeding may be easier on one breast.
Some babies react to certain foods — most commonly cow’s milk protein. This can cause tummy issues, discomfort, or skin irritation.
After your appointment, you’re welcome to take a moment before heading home.
Our Community Room is a quiet, cosy space where you can feed, change, or just pause.
We provide changing facilities, nappies, wipes, and muslins, plus a small play area for older children.
You’re never rushed — it’s your space to regroup, feed, or relax.
Join us at Polly’s Infant Feeding Café — a cosy, family-friendly space where parents can relax, chat, and get gentle support over a good cup of coffee.
There’s plenty of room for buggies and little ones to play, and easy access from Farnham and the surrounding villages.
Whether you’re expecting, feeding a newborn, or chasing a toddler, you’re warmly welcome to come along, connect with others, and share the journey.
Open to all feeding journeys — bumps, babies, parents, and partners welcome.
Dates are announced on Polly’s Instagram @pollythemidwife
Yes. Cranial osteopathy is gentle, safe, and relaxing. We use soft touch to help your baby’s body release tension naturally. Most babies stay calm or sleep through their treatment.
Anytime you have a concern. Many parents book a check-up within the first 2–6 weeks after birth, especially after a long or assisted labour. Older babies benefit too, particularly during feeding changes or growth milestones.
No — you can book directly with us. Many parents come after recommendations from their midwife, GP, or health visitor.
Every baby is different. Some feel better after one or two sessions, while others benefit from a short course. We’ll explain everything clearly so you always feel confident and informed.
Yes. We often support mums and babies with latch pain, feeding fatigue, or tongue-tie concerns. We work closely with Polly Powell, our lactation consultant and tongue-tie practitioner, to provide joined-up care.
Yes, we offer postnatal osteopathy to support your recovery and ease tension from pregnancy, birth, or feeding.
Bring whatever helps you and your baby feel relaxed — a blanket, milk, or comforter. We have nappies, wipes, and baby-changing facilities ready if you need them.
Fees may be covered by your private insurance provider.
Aviva, Cigna, Simply Health, Vitality, WPA, BUPA and AXA PPP may cover your sessions with us, but this depends on your individual policy, so be sure to always check with your insurer before contacting us.
We kindly ask you directly pay for your appointment and claim your payment back from your insurance provider. Please get in touch with your provider prior to your appointment, to confirm you are covered and check what documentation is needed to process your claim.
We are happy to provide a detailed invoice to assist with your claim.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like any further assistance with claiming Osteopathy on your insurance.
Our Osteopaths, Orit Huntley and Emily Green, are qualified to treat babies and children at all stages of their development. Cranial osteopathy is our main treatment approach, and it is a safe, gentle and effective hands-on therapy.
Cranial osteopathy can help free up movement and circulation in areas of your baby’s body which may be stuck or restricted. This allows better mobility and function of the joints and muscles, as well as wider body systems such as digestion, circulation and the nervous system.
Cranial osteopathy is a relaxing and enjoyable treatment, and will typically calm and soothe your baby, toddler or child.
Your health visitor, breastfeeding consultant, midwife, GP or other mums may recommend you to bring your baby or child to see an Osteopath. We recommend all babies and their mums come in for a check up after the birth – the best time is within a few weeks of the birth.
During birth, the baby’s soft bones and joints undergo some strong outside forces, either coming through the birth canal, being delivered by c-section, or through the use of assisting instruments.
These forces may contribute to strains in the baby’s body, for example if they are compressed, pulled, twisted or stuck in one position for extended periods of time. The resultant tensions may be found around the head, along the spine, or in the pelvis and limbs.
After birth, the soft bones and tissues of the head start to unmould as a natural process as the baby starts to yawn, suck and cry – however, retained tensions may affect this process and leave the baby struggling to feed or digest effectively.
Common symptoms may be:
Digestive discomfort — including constipation, trapped wind and tummy pain
Irritability and unsettled behaviour
Reflux and frequent posseting
Long periods of crying or signs of colic
Difficulty winding or bringing up burps
Poor latching, weak suck or feeding challenges (breast or bottle)
Difficulty sleeping or staying settled
Strong preference to turn their head one way or arch their back
Flattening of one part of the head (positional plagiocephaly)
Tension from a fast, assisted or difficult birth (ventouse or forceps delivery, c-section, or long labour)
Signs of discomfort when lying on their back or during tummy time
Stiffness or tightness in their body or neck
Difficulty bonding or calming after birth
Feeding problems include pulling away from the breast frequently, falling asleep during feeding, or their latch can make mum’s nipple very sore.
These often arise when the baby cannot obtain a good latch or strong suck due to tension in the base of the skull, around the jaw, or in their neck muscles. A poor latch or suck also means the baby takes in more air, causing them further discomfort.
Our osteopaths can evaluate any blocks to these sensitive tissues. The gentle pressure and subtle touch of cranial osteopathy can encourage the tensions to release. This releasing mechanism then stimulates the body’s natural corrective healing abilities. Babies are particularly good at this – we just need to ‘point them in the right direction!
You may witness the osteopath holding your baby’s head, lower back, abdomen and limbs to help the soft tissues unwind at its own natural pace – it can be hard to observe if the osteopath is doing anything, but be assured that they are working at a deep level, and results will follow.
For toddlers and growing children, osteopathy can help with any unresolved birth strains, or if new issues arise following illness or injury. Treatment in this case can help your child with symptoms of pain or discomfort, and to achieve their next developmental milestone such as rolling, crawling, climbing and walking.
Fees may be covered by your private insurance provider.
Aviva, Cigna, Simply Health, Vitality, WPA, BUPA and AXA PPP may cover your sessions with us, but this depends on your individual policy, so be sure to always check with your insurer before contacting us.
We kindly ask you directly pay for your appointment and claim your payment back from your insurance provider. Please get in touch with your provider prior to your appointment, to confirm you are covered and check what documentation is needed to process your claim.
We are happy to provide a detailed invoice to assist with your claim.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like any further assistance with claiming Osteopathy on your insurance.
