For feeding, settling, and head-shape concerns where gentle hands and patient time make the difference. We work with your baby's comfort, alongside midwives and lactation consultants when broader input helps.
If this feels like you
Babies adjusting from womb to world sometimes need a hand. Most of the babies we see fit two or more of the patterns on the right.
Sound familiar? These are the patterns gentle baby Osteopathy can help with. Book in and we'll work out what's helping your baby settle.
What's happening
Babies are doing big work: adjusting from a tightly contained womb space to learning to feed, settle, sleep, and move in a new world.
The clearer we are on what's driving things, the sooner we can help you move and feel better.
Book a paediatric consultHow we care for you
We assess gently and patiently, working with the baby's comfort. Treatment is brief, age-appropriate, and never forces anything. The plan is tailored to you: settle things down, build the support you need, and keep you moving comfortably.
What we assess
Ease tension and restrictions that are causing discomfort.
Parent-friendly strategies for feeding, sleep, positioning, and tummy time.
Keep a watchful eye on movement and milestones, with gentle care as needed.
Your care team
Every osteopath at Better Health Osteopathy is registered with the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand and follows the same evidence-informed approach to assessment, treatment and care.
Whoever you see, you will receive the same thorough assessment, hands-on treatment and personalised care plan. We work as one team to help you feel and move better.
What patients say
There is no better measure of our care than the experiences of the people we have helped. Here is what Christchurch patients say about their care.
"Highly recommend. I have been seeing Lorraine at BHO for multiple years now including visits for both of my children as newborns. So handy to now have a second location on Colombo street! Beautiful, clean clinic and the staff are friendly as always. Overall a great experience and well worth it in my opinion."
"We bought our three week old son in for a checkup with Lorraine. Turns out he had a very tight neck and his body was twisted. Lorraine was amazing explaining wha was happing, what she would do to treat the problem and what could happen without treatment. After a short session our son was visibly more flexible and aligned. Thank you."
"Highly recommend, both my newborn baby and I have had treatments and have had awesome results. Super friendly team, plenty of car parking and great appointment availability."
"Jordan was very personable and thorough with our newborn, pleased with our experience."
What to expect
Our goal is simple: give you answers, explain what will help, and make the next step easy.
Enough time to listen, assess, and explain, without rushing.
Comfortable clothing you can move in, and any scans or letters that are relevant.
What is going on and a simple, tailored plan to take away.
Self-refer and book directly, with no GP letter required.
The questions we'll answer
We will explain everything in plain English, answer your questions, and make sure you understand your options before we start.
New here? See what to expect at your first visit , or see our fees .
Book your visit
Tell us what is going on and we will tailor a plan that fits you. Some concerns ease in just 1-2 sessions.
Frequently asked
Start today
Small, safe steps that usually ease day-to-day comfort while you wait for your first appointment.
Build up in small increments to support neck and head development.
Avoid one preferred side in carrying, feeding, and sleeping, within safe-sleep guidelines.
Nappy-change time is a good moment for slow, comfortable stretches.
Watch which feeds are easier, which positions help settling, and which times of day are harder.
These are uncommon, and we screen for them at every visit. But if any apply, they need medical care rather than Osteopathy.
If any of these apply, contact your GP, an after-hours clinic, or Healthline on 0800 611 116 straight away. In an emergency, call 111.
What we help with
If you come to us for babies & toddlers care, these are the patterns we most often help with. Explore how we approach each.
Settling, feeding, and crying patterns. How osteopathic care can help colicky babies, what to expect at a session, and red flags that need a GP.
Reasons parents bring babies to osteopaths, what's involved at a session, what to expect, and the patterns that respond best.
Latch difficulty, jaw tension, neck strain, and feeding-related pain. How osteopathic care supports both mum and baby through breastfeeding challenges.
