Blog · Steve Hall · 26 May 2025
Osteopathy
Feeding posture and neck pain
Breast, bottle and the sofa slump — practical osteopathy advice from Steve Hall for new parents.
Symptoms and what they can mean
A burning upper back after evening feeds, thumbs that ache from supporting a head. It is load, repetition and sleep debt.
What we can do in clinic
We change the station: pillows, a footstool, swapping sides, and not feeding in a collapsed sofa corner every time. Hands-on treatment helps you last the next night.
Red flags and when to see your GP
Mastitis, a feverish breast, or a baby who is not feeding needs midwife or GP, not a better cushion.
This article is general information for people considering care at Health at Hart in Hartley Wintney. It is not a diagnosis, a prescription, or a promise of outcome. If you have sudden, severe or unexplained symptoms — including chest pain, unexplained weight loss, night pain, bowel or bladder changes, or a new neurological problem — seek urgent medical advice (NHS 111 or 999). UK osteopaths are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. Counsellors named here are BACP-registered where stated. Always check with your GP or insurer if you are unsure whether a treatment is appropriate for you.
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