The Practice at Ferndown- osteopaths

The Practice at Ferndown- osteopaths Osteopathic practice in the heart of Ferndown offering osteopathy, acupuncture, cranial osteopathy, sports and pregnancy massage.
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12/08/2026

Good news! Extra massage and reflexology appointments added this week so call 01202 890044 to book in

06/08/2026

Of course all babies cry, but their default should not be screaming for hours

A baby cries to communicate with you that something is not right. Often there is no “medical” problem and baby is essentially well, but they just aren’t happy. As a parent this can be really distressing to see your baby unsettled.

Always speak to your midwife or GP if you are worried about your baby first though to make sure nothing major going on. But if medical problems have been addressed/discounted and they are just not happy then a paediatric osteopath is a great place to go and get them checked over for structural tensions.

As an osteopath my job is one of investigation- to give babies a voice to why they are upset. Tensions in the body maybe why your baby can’t relax. Signs such a preferring looking one way (or feeding better on one side), reflux, colic, constipation, a poor latch, car seat aversions may all be linked to tensions in the body. I’ve worked with babies for over 23 years and the results can be dramatic!

I always aim to empower parents to support their babies effectively so I share lots of simple techniques that can be done at home.

Osteopaths should be registered with the general osteopathic council so check before you book.

03/08/2026

Winding a baby with reflux can be tricky if they arch and go stiff with reflux pain- tips to make that winding process more comfortable for everyone

30/07/2026

Easy ways to help prepare your baby for rolling

29/07/2026

Understanding tummy pain in babies helps you understand how to help your baby if they are in pain. Think of yourself- if you are in pain you want to curl up a bit, if you have just eaten a big meal you really direct want to be scrunched into a ball you want to stretch out- babies are exactly the same. They need length (and a bit of movement) to help them digest effectively. This hand hold does it all- an opportunity to tuck up if they are straining yet lengthen out to help digestion. It’s a complete winner.

28/07/2026

Anyone hoping to get in for a massage this week Gifty has had a couple of appointments rearranged so has spaces now
THURSDAY 30th @ 12:30pm
FRIDAY 31st @ 10am
SATURDAY 1st @ 10:15am

Call 01202 890044 if you’d like to book

23/07/2026

Tummy time does not have to be done on the floor! There are many positions that “count” as tummy time that they might prefer! Over your arm, on your tummy, over the knees will all give the benefits of tummy time. Try some of these alternative positions and see if your baby finds them more comfortable

20/07/2026

I’ve been asked by so many people what can be done to help babies with hiccups. Here’s a video to show you how by stretching the lower ribs you can help a baby really use their diaphragm for breathing- which in turn helps to strengthen that diagram to reduce the hiccups they are getting.

20/07/2026

For those babies struggling with colic, constipation and wind, tummy massage can really make such a difference. If they don’t like being flat out suffer with reflux then you can try it sitting or over your arm.

19/07/2026

Struggling to get baby down to sleep? They fall asleep in your arms and then wake the moment you put them down? Here’s why and what to do to help prevent them waking up as soon as you put them down.

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278 Ringwood Road
Ferndown
BH229AS

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