Babies cry - some more than others! Most of the time it is to communicate a “present moment” need, they are hungry, cold, bored, tired etc, and once the need is met, the crying stops. My experiences as a craniosacral therapist have also shown me that babies also cry to tell their story of what… Continue reading Memory crying in babies
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Tongue-tie and Breastfeeding
A tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) occurs when the connective tissue (frenum) under the tongue causes restriction in the tongue movement or function. It occurs in around 8% of babies, is seen more often in boys and can be hereditary. Anterior tongue-tie occurs when the frenum is attached at the front of the tongue, close to the tip.… Continue reading Tongue-tie and Breastfeeding
Four reasons why cranio supports infant sleep
I spent 4 years in the midst of sleep deprivation when my kids were babies. My first son had difficulty with transitioning in and out of sleep. In hindsight I know this was related to our difficult birth and an activated nervous system. I didn’t know about cranio at the time. I took him to… Continue reading Four reasons why cranio supports infant sleep
Laryngomalacia and breastfeeding
Laryngomalacia, also known as "floppy larynx", is a congenital condition where tissues are softer around the voice box and collapse in, partially blocking the airway. These babies tend to present first with feeding difficulties, struggling to transfer milk, and as such, lactation consultants are among the first health professionals to notice it. It may not… Continue reading Laryngomalacia and breastfeeding
Top six reasons your baby would benefit from cranio.
Cranio is a holistic, gentle treatment that supports the nervous system to down-regulate, which triggers the body’s own self-healing mechanism. Because it is so gentle, it is perfect to use with babies. Plus babies systems are so potent and ready to shift easily back to balance - some just need a little cranio support. Because… Continue reading Top six reasons your baby would benefit from cranio.
Five issues that cranio works quickly to help in babies
Cranio is a gentle, holistic treatment that has the potential to facilitate profound changes in the body, which can make all the difference to an infant's sense of wellbeing. Babies often find it to be very relaxing and parents often notice they feel a lot calmer too after their baby receives treatment. Babies tend to… Continue reading Five issues that cranio works quickly to help in babies
Insufficient Glandular Tissue as a cause of low supply
This week I worked with two mothers who were struggling with low supply due to insuffient glandular tissue (IGT). They didn't feel their milk come in, they had minimal breast growth during pregnancy and they were needing to top up with almost full feeds of formula. Noone had mentioned to them the possiblity of IGT.… Continue reading Insufficient Glandular Tissue as a cause of low supply
Sleepy Newborns
Did you know that cranio can help to wake up sleepy babies? I have worked with many babies whose mothers have plenty of milk but they are unable to stay awake long enough to drink it. This is a frustrating situation. Relying on a breast pump and topping up with a bottle is a full… Continue reading Sleepy Newborns
4 things to consider before posterior tongue tie release
The topic of posterior tongue tie (and lip tie) is a controversial one. Research is limited and opinions are divided. As an IBCLC/CST, my intention is to help mothers meet their breastfeeding goals and to minimise unnecessary harm to babies. I have worked with mums who have decided to release their baby's posterior tongue tie… Continue reading 4 things to consider before posterior tongue tie release
Flow Cranio and Lactation 