CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle and highly beneficial therapy to sooth traumatized mothers and babies. During the birth process, it is normal for the cranial bones to shift and overlap but this should not persist. If the cranial bones do not correct themselves, they can interfere with proper cranial nerve function leading to colic, breathing, swallowing, digestive or sensory-motor impairments and more. Babies can experience both emotional and physical injuries at birth. CST can address these complications as well as the effects of precipitous or prolonged labor, vacuum extraction, forceps or cesarean birth.

 

What to expect in a session?

 

Children are fully clothed and the parent or both parents are present during the session. Young children find it difficult to stay still for long periods of time so I adapt each session to the child's needs.  They are encouraged to bring something (non electronic) to keep them busy like drawing, reading a book or playing with toys.

 

How long is a session?

 

Depending on the child's needs it usually is no longer than 40 min. Children normally respond well to CST and need shorter sessions than adults.