If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why is my baby crying so much, something must be wrong?”, or noticed them arching their back or struggling to settle after a feed, you’re not alone, we promise!
Sometimes, babies are simply adjusting to life outside the womb.
Other times, subtle tension from birth or tightness in the tummy, spine, diaphragm, or ribcage can make feeding, digestion, and settling uncomfortable. Even when everything appears medically “fine,” these little restrictions can affect your baby’s comfort.
Colic usually appears in the first few weeks of life and often improves by three to four months. It’s linked to the digestive system still learning to move milk and air in a smooth rhythm- a process called peristalsis.
Tension in the diaphragm, tummy wall, or lower spine can restrict this natural movement, causing trapped wind or discomfort. Babies may grunt, strain, or cry before passing wind or stool – a temporary stage called infant dyschezia – even though they aren’t constipated.
Reflux happens when milk travels back from the stomach into the oesophagus, causing hiccups, coughing, or fussiness. Silent reflux can be trickier to spot — your baby may arch, grimace, or resist lying flat, even if milk isn’t coming up.
Why it happens:
These treatments help your baby spend more time in a restful “digest and recover” state, often resulting in calmer feeds, less crying, and improved comfort overall.
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 if you need them, plus a little play area for older children.
You’re never rushed – it’s your space to regroup, feed, or relax.
Coffee Can on the Green – The Bourne Sports Club, Old Frensham Rd, Lower Bourne, Farnham GU10 3PT
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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Crying after feeds is often a sign that tension has built up in the diaphragm, ribcage, spine, or cranial structures, which can make swallowing, digestion, and wind release more difficult. Gentle osteopathic treatment helps release this tension, improving diaphragm movement, relaxing the tummy, and supporting smoother feeding and digestion.
Yes. Many colic symptoms are caused by tightness in the diaphragm, abdominal wall, or lower spine, which can slow digestion and make passing wind difficult. Gentle abdominal release, myofascial techniques, and spinal mobilisation help the tummy relax, improving digestive flow and easing discomfort.
It depends on your baby’s needs. Some infants improve after one session, while others benefit from a short Course of Care of treatments. Your osteopath will create a personalised plan based on your baby’s symptoms and response to treatment.
Yes. By releasing cranial, diaphragmatic, and spinal tension, osteopathy can improve your baby’s overall comfort, making it easier for them to feed, digest, and settle for rest or sleep. Many parents notice a softer tummy, calmer feeds, and more restful periods after treatment.
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.
