Welcome to Gurgles to Giggles!
Hi, I'm Sarah - how are you?
I do hope this finds you well amongst the beauty & chaos of raising a child (ideally with a hot cup of coffee that's well deserved!).
I am an osteopath by trade, with a strong interest in treating all things pregnancy, post-partum, & babies. I worked in Cambridge, UK as a registered osteopath for 9 years. I loved working alongside other healthcare practitioners - physiotherapist, podiatrist, acupuncturist, nutritionist - all of whom had something to contribute to the overall health & well-being of our patients.
When my husband’s job gave us a chance to live & work in America, although I was unable to continue to treat osteopathically, the opportunity came to try & begin helping families in a different way – less hands-on therapy & more of a listening & supportive role. I took my existing knowledge & skills from my osteopathy into a new & exciting venture, retraining to become an infant reflux specialist.
I continue my studies this year, completing a diploma in the nutrition for infants with reflux, colic, allergies & intolerances. I cannot wait to be able to expand my work with parents, helping you understand your baby's constantly evolving digestive system, & continue to provide the best possible nutrition to allow them to thrive as they grow!
What do I do?
When I was an osteopath, I worked with many mums-to-be for their aches & pains during pregnancy. They frequently came back when they or their new baby needed my help. I LOVED this part of my job, supporting not one, but two or more members of a newly growing family, giving me the opportunity to create a happier home for them all.
My role as an infant reflux specialist is to help you:
🌻 identify WHAT the root cause your baby's discomfort could be
🌻 understanding WHY these symptoms are happening
🌻 provide you with the knowledge & tools you need to make informed decisions about their health & well-being
🌻 finally, HOW I can guide you through strategies to resolve them
It breaks my heart to see babies in discomfort & parents feeling overwhelmed & helpless. I understand how important it is to address these issues quickly & effectively. I am here to provide knowledge & guidance on how to improve symptoms. I am committed to working with you to find the best solutions to bring comfort & joy to both your baby, & your family.
So many parents are advocating for their child's health, knowing deep down that something doesn't seem right despite being told by many different medical professionals 'there's nothing wrong'.
This is where my expertise comes in. I want to change & challenge the idea that reflux is normal, that babies cry a lot is normal. It isn't! Baby's should be supported to thrive, not struggle with prolonged discomfort. Let me help you be the best advocate for your baby when it seems no one else is.
My background
Certified Infant Reflux Specialist with The Baby Reflux Lady Ltd
Osteopathy BOst (Hons) degree at Oxford Brookes University, UK
Osteopathy-led Matwork Pilates Teacher with APPI, UK
Registration & Insurance
I am a registered member, certified & insured with the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) - within USA
I maintain a UK registration with The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) but am currently non-practising whilst abroad