Pregnancy Osteopathy Care in Bristol

Our experienced osteopaths in Bedminster provide specialised care throughout your pregnancy journey and beyond. We help your body adapt to the changes that pregnancy brings, ensuring optimal comfort and mobility while preparing for birth. Our gentle techniques offer safe, effective relief from pregnancy-related discomfort and support your postnatal recovery.

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Supporting Your Pregnancy Journey

Pregnancy creates significant changes in your body as it adapts to support your growing baby. Your hormonal changes and your growing baby create softening of ligaments, weight increase and changes in your posture which can lead to additional pressure on joints in various parts of your body.

Our osteopathic approach helps manage these changes, ensuring your body can respond effectively to the increasing demands placed upon it.

We focus on maintaining the natural springiness of your spine and pelvis, helping you stay comfortable throughout your pregnancy while preparing you for an optimal birth experience.

Our experienced and specialised osteopathic treatments have the goal of reducing discomfort for example, increased back pain. This involves checking your pelvis is as free as possible and resolving tension patterns that may develop, especially in later stages. The second trimester is often a good time to begin treatment as the relaxin hormone takes effect preparing your body to give birth.

All osteopathic techniques designed for mothers and babies are safe, gentle and do not manipulate the body. They tend to include soft stretching and massage methods and the effective application of very small amounts of pressure to ease the tensions and reduce any discomfort in your spine or pelvis.

Shortly after birth, we often find that parents like to return for an osteopathic check-up and bring their newborns with them.

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Why Choose The Courtyard Osteopaths

Comprehensive Pregnancy Care

Our treatment supports you throughout pregnancy and beyond, combining hands-on care with practical advice for optimal comfort and preparation for birth.

Experienced Pregnancy Specialists

Our team has extensive experience in pregnancy care, using gentle techniques specifically adapted for the changes your body experiences during pregnancy.

Birth Preparation Expertise

We provide specific guidance on optimal positions and movements for labour, helping prepare your body for the birthing process.
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How Pregnancy Osteopathy Helps

Our pregnancy osteopathy treatment can help with:

  • Lower back pain and sciatica
  • Pelvic pain and discomfort
  • Hip and pubic bone pain
  • Rib and upper back tension
  • Neck and shoulder strain
  • Optimal positioning for birth
  • Breathing difficulties
  • Sleep-related discomfort
  • Previous injury adaptations
  • Postural changes
  • Birth preparation
  • Post-birth recovery

What Parents Have Said

Rated 5 star by over 40+ clients

5 Star Review for The Courtyard Osteopaths in Bristol for .
I started seeing Sally as I was having an awful second pregnancy, full of anxiety and discomfort, I found out at an early scan that I had a bicornuate uterus and then at my 20 week scan that the placenta was low lying covering my cervix meaning I would need a cesarean, all this really upset me as I had hoped for a water birth the second time round. I was booked in for a 28 week scan so they could book me in for a c section. I started seeing Sally around 22 weeks, not only did she alleviate my anxieties, which were causing me horrendous acid stomach aches restricting what I could eat but she also worked wonders, creating space for my growing baby in his heart shaped home and enabling the placenta to move up and away, resulting in an all clear 28 week scan meaning I could have a 'normal' birth, (the sonographer even commented that he had 'plenty of space in there' !) I was elated and went on to have a lovely full term 8lbs 10oz baby in the birthing pool, exactly what I wanted, which had felt impossible only weeks earlier, I cannot sing Sally's praises enough, really a heart felt thanks to her and Jeni, and I'd definitely recommend!

Chloë Lawrence - October 2018

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Treatment Through Each Trimester

Our care adapts to support you through each stage of pregnancy:

 

First Trimester:

  • Supporting early pregnancy changes
  • Addressing existing strains or tensions
  • Preparing your body for pregnancy

 

Second Trimester:

  • Managing postural adaptations
  • Supporting increasing weight changes
  • Maintaining pelvic mobility

 

Third Trimester:

  • Optimising pelvic alignment
  • Birth preparation techniques
  • Maintaining comfort as baby grows
  • Teaching optimal positions for labour
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Postnatal Recovery Support

After birth, your body needs time to recover and adjust. Our postnatal osteopathy care helps:

  • Support physical recovery from birth
  • Address breastfeeding-related strains
  • Relieve back and neck tension
  • Restore pelvic alignment
  • Improve postural awareness
  • Support core strength recovery
  • Manage caring for baby demands

Our Friendly & Professional Osteopaths

Jeni Briggs

Osteopath

Sam Dobbie

Osteopath

Colette Tirimo

Osteopath

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Common Questions About
Pregnancy Osteopathy

When is the best time to start pregnancy osteopathy?
You can begin treatment at any stage of pregnancy. Starting early helps prepare your body for the changes ahead, but many women seek treatment later in pregnancy for specific discomfort. We adapt our approach based on your stage of pregnancy and individual needs.
Is osteopathy safe during pregnancy?
Yes, our treatment techniques are entirely safe during pregnancy. We use gentle methods specifically adapted for pregnant women, and our osteopaths have extensive experience in pregnancy care.
How can osteopathy help prepare for birth?
We work to ensure optimal pelvic mobility and alignment, teaching you positions that maximise pelvic opening during labour. Treatment helps maintain flexibility and comfort, while our practical advice supports your birth preparation.
When can I start postnatal treatment?
Postnatal treatment timing depends on your type of delivery and recovery. Some women benefit from treatment within the first few weeks, while others prefer to wait longer. We'll assess your individual situation and advise accordingly.
Will treatment help with breastfeeding-related discomfort?
Yes, we can help address neck, shoulder, and back strain related to feeding positions. We'll also provide practical advice about supportive positioning to prevent future problems.