We understand that caring for a growing child is both joyful and demanding. Every stage brings new discoveries, challenges, and moments of wonder — from the first attempts to roll and crawl to confident walking, climbing, and running.
Our role is to gently support your child’s natural development, helping their body adapt and thrive at every milestone.
We see families as partners in care. Many of our parents visit from Farnham, Hampshire, and Surrey, often finding us through local word-of-mouth or during a quiet chat at the Farnham family and feeding café.
Every treatment combines expert understanding with warmth, intuition, and respect — because no two children are the same, and their care shouldn’t be either.
Childhood is a time of constant growth and adjustment. From the gentle twists of rolling and crawling to the upright balance of walking and climbing, every stage shapes how the body learns to move and carry itself.
Sometimes, subtle tensions or imbalances can make this process less comfortable.
Osteopathy can help support ease and coordination as your child grows, especially when there are signs of discomfort or delayed milestones.
Our ethos meets your child exactly where they are, supporting them with patience, empathy, and gentle movement.
Even after the first year, some children may still carry subtle tension from their early development or birth. These strains can affect comfort, balance, and posture as they start to explore, walk, and grow.
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As children become more active or start school, their posture changes constantly. Long periods sitting at a desk, carrying backpacks, or rapid growth can sometimes lead to stiffness or tiredness.
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Toddlers and young children are constantly on the move — running, climbing, and occasionally falling. While most bumps heal quickly, small strains can linger, affecting how comfortably they move.
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As children’s diets expand, some may experience tummy discomfort or constipation. Abdominal tension can make them restless, uncomfortable, or affect posture and mood.
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Some children are naturally flexible, and during growth spurts, their muscles and joints work hard to keep up. This can lead to tiredness, aches (often in the legs), or mild coordination challenges.
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Children who experience sensory sensitivities, hyperactivity, or learning differences often hold more body tension — especially when overstimulated. This can affect focus, comfort, and sleep. Gentle cranial osteopathy can help calm the nervous system and support a sense of ease.
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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.
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Yes. Cranial osteopathy is an exceptionally gentle approach that works with the body’s natural rhythms. It is safe for newborns, infants, and older children, and can be used alongside medical care.
Absolutely. As children learn to roll, crawl, sit, stand, and walk, their bodies adapt rapidly. Gentle osteopathic treatment can help them move comfortably through each stage, supporting balance, posture, and coordination.
Yes, many parents notice improvement when subtle tension patterns from birth are released. We often see babies who feed more easily, settle more readily, and sleep more soundly following treatment.
This varies from child to child. Some respond beautifully after one or two sessions; others benefit from a few visits to support ongoing development or recovery.
We frequently work in partnership with local healthcare providers, ensuring care that is integrated and responsible. We always encourage open communication with your GP, midwife, or health visitor.
Yes. We treat school-aged children and adolescents for posture-related tension, sports recovery, and growing pains — helping them stay comfortable, active, and confident in movement.
