🌿 Month 4: Finding Joy in Motion – Chiropractic Support for Mum & Baby in Northwood
- freyaclark2
- Jun 4
- 2 min read
Month four is a special time. Your baby is becoming more expressive and interactive, and for many Northwood postartum mums, a rhythm is beginning to settle in. Still, behind the scenes, your body may be carrying tension or fatigue that deserves care and support.
At Freya Clark Chiropractic, we offer gentle, stage-specific support for both mum and baby - to help you move through this month with comfort, strength, and connection.
👶 Baby’s Month 4 Milestones
Some of the most delightful milestones happen now:
💛 What You Might Notice:
Baby pushing up during tummy time
Rolling (one or both ways)
Giggling, cooing, and playing with their hands
These are signs of a developing neuromotor system. They build the foundation for sitting, crawling, and later movement - but they can be impacted by how freely your baby moves and how their spine and nervous system are adapting post-birth.
⚠️ Baby Movement: When to Seek Advice
Some babies need a little extra support integrating these movements.
🧐 Gentle Watchpoints:
Avoiding tummy time or struggling to lift up
Rolling in only one direction
Ongoing gassiness or arching back after feeds
These may be signs of unresolved birth tension or postural strain.
🤱 Mama’s Month 4 Check-In: Balancing It All
Your baby is moving more - and so are you! But with that comes new physical demands.
💛 What We Often Hear from Mums:
Shoulder tension or neck aches from feeding
Rib or upper back discomfort
Feeling tired even with rest
Pressure to “bounce back” or do more
It’s okay to need support. The demands on your core, pelvis, and nervous system haven’t stopped - especially if you’re lifting, feeding, co-sleeping, or returning to light exercise.
🩺 How We Support Mums in Month 4
At your postnatal check, we look beyond symptom relief to the mechanics of recovery.
✅ What We Often Assess:
Rib alignment and breathing pattern
Pelvic balance and postural changes
Diastasis recti (ab separation)
Nervous system regulation to support energy
We also offer gentle guidance on movement, breathing, and rest strategies - so you feel more supported, not overwhelmed.
🌸 Little Adjustments, Big Difference
You don’t need to “push through.” Support at this stage can make everything from sleep to carrying baby feel easier. Month 4 is a great time to check in—before small imbalances turn into bigger challenges.
🧡 We help with:
Shoulder and back discomfort
Ongoing pelvic or core concerns
Post-birth tension affecting feeding or sleep
📅 Ready for a Month 4 Wellness Visit?
Whether baby is thriving or you're noticing a few changes, we're here with gentle, informed care - tailored for your whole family.
With warmth,
Freya Clark
Supporting Northwood mums & babies - naturally.
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