Reflux and Silent Reflux in Babies
Understanding Reflux
Reflux and silent reflux can be distressing for babies and exhausting for parents. Symptoms may include:
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Frequent posseting or vomiting
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Back arching
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Fussiness during or after feeds
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Hiccups
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Difficulty settling
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Coughing or gulping
How Osteopathy supports
Gentle paediatric cranial osteopathy may help by:
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Reducing tension around the diaphragm and ribcage
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Supporting smoother feeding and winding
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Improving comfort in feeding positions
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Helping babies settle more easily
Our Approach
We work closely with parents to understand:
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Birth history
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Feeding patterns
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Baby’s comfort and behaviour
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Parental goals and concerns
Treatment is gentle, respectful, and always baby‑led.
When to seek additional support
If you have concerns about weight gain, dehydration, or persistent feeding difficulties, please speak with your midwife, health visitor, or GP.
All our osteopaths are qualified and registered with The General Osteopathic Council after completing a 4 year degree in osteopathy.
Every osteopath has their own unique style so the way one osteopath practises will differ from clinic to clinic and practitioner to practitioner. We pride ourselves in being dedicated to finding the right treatment style for your body.