Pediatric Craniosacral Therapy

Why parents seek Craniosacral Therapy:​

• A difficult birth; due to a long labor, C-section, or use of ​instruments
• The infant is "fussy" or seems unhappy
• Breastfeeding challenges
• Tongue or lip tie
• Infant's head is misshapen, or there is a side preference
• Sleep concerns
• Well-being of infant
• A suggestion made by a Dr., LC, Bodyworker or friend
• One or both parents are anxious or worried all the time  ​

Why is Craniosacral Therapy important for infants and children?
During the birthing process, the infant’s entire being undergoes a major transition, as do the parents. This natural, physiological process is often interrupted and therefore, incomplete. As a result, the infant can come into the world with birth-related trauma and an unfinished story. Craniosacral Therapy helps the infant, and parents integrate the birth process, and thus, mindfully complete the story of their birth together. As birth-parent and baby are intimately linked in this story, this resolution helps babies feel more comfortable within themselves and in the world which in turn supports new parent(s) to become more confident and fulfilled in their role as parents.
​

Benefits for Infants:

• Increases bonding & attachment 
• Soothes digestive issues; incl. Reflux 
• Increases immune system function
  
• Decreased stress and hyperactivity
• Increases body awareness & contentment​​
• Helps integrate milestones i.e. sitting, eating, walking

Helps older kids with:

• Headaches/Migraines
• ​Braces
• TMJ Disorder
• Puberty or Coming of Age 
• Adoption and/or blended families
• Parent/child conflicts
• Loss of family member or pet

"Tomi is amazing. Caring, warm, and a great listener, Tomi helped my infant son with some nursing-related problems he was having. Tomi was very sweet with him and made him feel comfortable and safe. His latching/nursing problems resolved themselves after two visits! I would definitely recommend Tomi to anyone, and especially for those who need a gentle bodywork practitioner for their wee ones." S.D.