2 Talks Coming Up! Posture and Handling Advice for Parents

Having spoken to the new parents we see in our clinic, one thing they all say they wish they’d had more help on is how to safely handle their newborns and advice on different positions – both to protect their own bodies and to help their baby to be more comfortable.

Jeni and Sam will be giving two talks at the Alma Vale Centre, in Clifton.

The first one is on Monday the 15th of Sept.

Practical Advice For Pregnant Women and Handling of Newborns

This will be about optimal posture before and after the birth, what to consider posturally when choosing baby equipment (slings, buggies etc.) and best positions for feeding and changing.

The second talk will be held on Monday the 13th of Oct.

How to enjoy looking after your baby without breaking your back

This will focus on body awareness, stretches and exercises to protect your back as your baby gets bigger, plus how to pick up, hold and position your baby to make sure their postural muscles develop properly.

The talks run from 7:00-8:30pm and cost £10 each.

Space is limited, so call 0117 377 1186 to book your place now.

About Jeni Briggs

Jeni Briggs is the founder of The Courtyard Osteopaths, a practice she established in Bristol in 1994. With over three decades of clinical experience, Jeni brings authoritative insight and expertise to every article she writes.

As a registered osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and a Fellow of the Sutherland Cranial College of Osteopathy, Jeni's credentials reflect her commitment to the highest standards of practice. Her extensive postgraduate training in cranial osteopathy, combined with her eight years working alongside a highly experienced cranial osteopath in Bath, has given her exceptional depth of knowledge.

Jeni specialises in several areas including paediatric care, pregnancy support, and osteodontics - working collaboratively with Bristol's leading orthodontists. This diverse expertise allows her to address complex health topics with clarity and precision.

Throughout her career, Jeni has treated thousands of patients with varied conditions, from newborns to older adults, giving her a wealth of practical experience that informs her writing. Her ongoing professional development ensures her insights remain current and evidence-based, making her blog posts a reliable source of information for readers seeking to understand and improve their health.

  • Founder & Principal Osteopath
  • The Courtyard Osteopaths
  • Fellow of the Sutherland Cranial College of Osteopathy
  • Registered with the General Osteopathic Council

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