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Gentle, Expert Support Through Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery

We offer comprehensive pre-natal and post-natal osteopathy care, designed to support women through every stage of motherhood — from pregnancy preparation to post-birth recovery.

Our osteopathic treatments are safe, gentle, and tailored to the changing needs of a woman’s body. By using specialised, non-manipulative techniques, we help relieve discomfort, restore balance, and support the body’s natural ability to adapt during pregnancy and after childbirth.

Osteopathy During Pregnancy (Pre-Natal Care)

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Pregnancy places significant physical demands on the body. As posture changes, hormones soften ligaments, and the pelvis adapts for childbirth, many women experience pain, tension, and imbalance.

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Pre-natal osteopathy helps by:

  • Releasing tension in muscles and ligaments

  • Improving mobility of the pelvis, spine, and rib cage

  • Supporting postural balance as the body changes

  • Reducing physical stress on the nervous system

  • Encouraging optimal comfort for both mother and baby
     

The techniques used are very gentle, safe for both mother and baby, and adapted to each trimester.

How Osteopathy Supports Pregnancy & Baby Positioning

Osteopaths focus on improving mobility, particularly in the lumbar spine, pelvis, diaphragm, and surrounding tissues. When tissue tension is reduced, the body is under less stress, which may:

  • Improve comfort and movement

  • Help maintain better balance as the body changes

  • Create an environment that supports optimal baby positioning

It is common for a pregnant woman’s body to need assistance in maintaining balance, especially as pregnancy progresses.

Pregnancy-Related Discomforts Osteopathy May Help With

Osteopathic techniques can help relieve:

  • Low back pain

  • Sciatic pain

  • Neck and shoulder tension

  • Headaches

  • Pelvic ligament pain

  • Symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD)

  • Rib pain

  • Circulatory discomfort (heaviness, swelling)

  • Digestive issues

  • Perineal tension (labour preparation)

Osteopathy complements medical antenatal care and does not replace obstetric or midwifery management.

Post-Natal Osteopathy (After Childbirth)

After childbirth — whether natural, assisted, or via medical intervention — a woman’s body has experienced significant physical strain. Even in smooth deliveries, tissues, joints, and muscles undergo stress that may benefit from gentle correction.

Post-natal osteopathy helps support recovery by:

  • Releasing tension from the pelvis, spine, and abdomen

  • Improving postural alignment

  • Supporting pelvic floor recovery

  • Reducing back, neck, and shoulder pain

  • Addressing discomfort related to breastfeeding posture

  • Supporting emotional wellbeing during postpartum adjustment

Early post-natal care may help reduce the risk of long-term musculoskeletal issues.

Emotional & Hormonal Support After Birth

The post-partum period can be physically and emotionally demanding. Osteopathic care provides a calm, supportive environment where gentle treatment and holistic attention may help with:

  • Fatigue

  • Emotional stress

  • Postpartum low mood (supportive care)

  • Reconnecting with the body after birth

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Kayyoke

Before seeing Dr Shruti, I have seen TCM but it did not help at all, until I was recommended to try Osteopathic treatments.

I started my sessions with Dr Shruti since pregnancy and have been going back to her even after post partum. Dr Shruti has helped me with my back issues that I have been suffering for a very long time.

She even introduced some exercises to prevent my back pain from recurring. Will definitely recommend to my friends and families in future.

Mivureh Jane

During my pregnancy, I experienced severe tailbone pain that led to insomnia and neck pain that prevented me from relaxing. I chose osteopathy as a gentle treatment for pain during pregnancy and I am happy that Dr. Shruti was my doctor.
The consultation with Dr. Shruti was very thorough and I immediately felt the difference from the first session! She clearly explained what you need to know and what to do to get better, helped to understand the root cause of the problem and gave important advice on postures and exercises. Dr. Shruti was targeting a specific area in each session and the result was very beneficial. At the end of my 6 sessions I felt normal and pain free. Now I sleep well and feel great in anticipation of the imminent birth of a baby :) Dr. Shruti gives very professional and effective treatment, I would highly recommend it to anyone experiencing similar problems! Thank you)

Daniëlle van der Leest


"I'm now in my third trimester and have started experiencing low back pain, hip pain, muscle pull and belly tightening.

Dr Shruti handled everything with care and gave me some additional tips for stretching. I felt so much better after the session! The next day all soreness was gone, which was a huge relief.

I highly recommend her service. I am now 32 weeks pregnant and I am happy to have found a professional whom I trust throughout my pregnancy.
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