Gentle, specialised chiropractic care for newborns who arch excessively, seem unsettled, or have trouble lying flat. We understand, and we're here for you and your baby — on the Mornington Peninsula.
We know how worrying it is when your newborn seems uncomfortable. You're not imagining it, and there may well be something gentle we can do to help.
We take a thorough birth history and gently assess your baby's spine, neck and nervous system. Even a straightforward birth can create tension in a newborn's cervical spine that contributes to arching, unsettledness and feeding difficulty.
The pressure used for newborns is no more than the weight of a fingertip. Our techniques are specifically designed for tiny, delicate bodies — safe, comfortable, and welcomed by most babies who drift off to sleep during care.
We know you're running on little sleep. Our appointments are unhurried, our team are warm and non-judgemental, and we include guidance for you on handling, positioning, and settling your baby at home.
"Excessive arching in a newborn can be a sign of tension or restricted movement in the upper cervical spine — often related to position in utero or the mechanics of birth. This is very common and, in many cases, responds beautifully to gentle chiropractic care."
We ask about your pregnancy, birth experience, and your baby's behaviour patterns — feeding, sleeping, head position preferences, and how long the arching has been occurring.
We examine your baby's spine, neck, and nerve tone with extremely light touch, assessing range of motion and identifying any areas of restriction or tension.
Using light fingertip pressure on specific spinal segments, we gently encourage normal movement and reduce any tension contributing to your baby's discomfort and arching pattern.
We provide practical advice on positioning, carrying, and gentle home exercises to complement care and support your baby's comfort and development between appointments.
Tired, worried parents who found real answers.
"Our daughter was arching constantly and seemed in discomfort all the time. Within two visits I noticed a real change — she was calmer, settled better, and the arching reduced dramatically. I tell every new mum about this clinic."
"I was sceptical — my son was only three weeks old. But the chiropractor was so knowledgeable and the treatment was incredibly gentle. The difference after the first session was visible. He actually slept in his bassinet that night for the first time."
"I was exhausted and at my wits' end. The team were so compassionate — they took time to explain what they were seeing and why. The care felt completely safe and my baby loved it. This is a wonderful, special clinic."
If something feels off with your newborn, you deserve a thorough, caring assessment. Bring your baby in and let us take a gentle look. We're here for both of you.
Book a Newborn AssessmentOr call us: (03) 5931 3300