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08/10/2026

Supporting mums through their breastfeeding journey
Dewi Thomas has a particular interest in working with mothers during the pre-natal and post-natal periods. This can include supporting mums experiencing breastfeeding difficulties such as recurrent mastitis, recurrent blocked ducts or ongoing ni**le damage, alongside their lactation consultant.

Breastfeeding difficulties may sometimes require both mum and baby to be assessed by an osteopath.

For baby, this may include assessing areas such as body tension, joint mobility, tongue function and factors that may be contributing to difficulties with latch.

For mum, we may consider the chest cage, particularly the mid-back and ribs, as well as the pathways involved in drainage of the breast tissue.

A 2026 paper published in the Journal of Human Lactation specifically discusses the potential role of osteopathic practitioners within the breastfeeding care team, including in relation to engorgement, low milk supply, mastitis and postural issues that may affect breastfeeding.

Osteopathic care can be one part of a multidisciplinary approach, working alongside your midwife, lactation consultant and other healthcare professionals where appropriate.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42057291

06/10/2026

Last week, Janice Huang received a lovely review, and it got me thinking that some people may not realise that osteopaths are ACC registered in New Zealand.

Firstly, osteopathy is a government-registered health profession in New Zealand, and osteopaths are recognised as primary healthcare practitioners.

Our registering body is the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand (OCNZ). The Council sets the standards we are required to work to, including our scope of practice, code of conduct and professional competencies.

We are also ACC registered. This means that if you have sustained an injury, you can visit an osteopath for assessment. Where appropriate, we can complete an ACC claim on your behalf. If your claim is approved, you may be entitled to a number of subsidised treatment visits for that specific injury.

So if its time to sort out that injury that’s stopping you from getting back to the activities you love call Stillpoint Osteopaths today and lets get you back on track.

03/10/2026

HEAD KNOCKS — could it be concussion?

Hitting your head is often one of those moments when you think, “How did I manage that?” You might develop that tell-tale lump and some bruising, but there are other symptoms worth watching for.

After a knock to the head or even a significant jolt to the body concussion symptoms can include:

• Persistent headache
• Dizziness or problems with balance
• Nausea
• Feeling foggy, confused or having difficulty concentrating or remembering
• Difficulty finding words or getting your words out
• Fatigue
• Sleeping more or less than usual, or difficulty sleeping
• Difficulty reading or keeping your eyes focused on a line
• Screens bringing on headache, poor focus or fatigue
• Blurred or double vision, or sensitivity to light or noise
• Mood changes feeling more emotional, irritable, anxious or low than usual
• Neck and shoulder pain

You do NOT have to lose consciousness to have a concussion. Symptoms may also develop after the initial injury.

If you or your child has had a head injury and develops symptoms, get assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional.

Had a recent knock to the head and still not feeling quite right?

If you’ve been medically assessed but are continuing to experience symptoms, get in touch to discuss whether an osteopathic assessment may be appropriate for you.

Contact us to book an appointment or have a chat about whether we can help.

01/10/2026

A little update from the Stillpoint team

We’re saying a very fond farewell to Angela as she leaves Stillpoint to take on a new role and the next stage of her career.

Many of you will know Angela from conversations on the phone or at reception. Her kindness, warmth and genuine care for our patients have been such an important part of Stillpoint, and she has been a wonderful support to all of us behind the scenes as well.

We’re very sad to see her go, but excited for her as she takes this next step. Thank you, Angela, for everything you have brought to Stillpoint you will be greatly missed. We wish you all the very best.

A quick note while we find our next team member

There may be times over the coming weeks when reception is not staffed. Please feel free to leave us a phone message. Messages will be checked regularly, and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

You can also use our online booking system to book, change or cancel appointments with most of our practitioners.

The exception is Pili Munoz for appointments, changes or cancellations with Pili, please leave a phone message and we’ll get back to you.

Thank you for your patience and understanding while we find the right person to join the Stillpoint team.

29/09/2026

Online Booking at Stillpoint Osteopaths

Online booking has been available at Stillpoint Osteopaths throughout 2026, and we hope those of you who have signed up are finding it a convenient way to organise your appointments.

Online booking gives you the flexibility to book with one of our practitioners whenever you have that moment to get organised without needing to contact the office.

Online booking is available for all our practitioners except Pili Munoz. As Pili is heavily booked, appointments with her will continue to be managed through our office staff, who can help you with your bookings.

If you haven’t signed up for online booking with Stillpoint yet, take a moment to get yourself set up. It will make organising your future appointments quick and easy.

26/09/2026

During pregnancy, your body is constantly adapting to hormonal changes and to the physical changes that occur as your baby grows.

As your baby takes up more space, your spine, pelvis, pelvic floor and respiratory diaphragm all need to adapt and change.

Sometimes areas of stiffness or tension through the mid or lower back can make these changes feel more challenging. You may notice discomfort through your back or pelvis, pain around the p***c bone, changes in the way you walk, or simply that it feels harder to take a comfortable, deep breath.

Osteopathic treatment uses gentle, hands-on techniques aimed at improving mobility and easing tension in the muscles, joints and surrounding tissues.

Treatment during pregnancy can be adapted to keep you comfortable as your body changes, with particular attention to areas such as the spine, pelvis and lower rib cage.

If your body is finding the changes of pregnancy challenging, contact Stillpoint Osteopaths today to find out whether osteopathic care may be appropriate for you.

24/09/2026

Dewi Thomas has recently joined our practice, and I’m loving the way she works.

She brings a grounded, thoughtful approach to her patients, with a real emphasis on creating a safe therapeutic space for each person.

As a team of practitioners, this is something we talk about a lot.

How do we create a therapeutic space that feels safe for each individual? What does that actually mean? And how might that sense of safety support the therapeutic encounter?

For us, it begins with recognising that every person who walks through the door brings much more than the physical symptoms they are experiencing.

When you come to Stillpoint, we consider the different connections that may be influencing your health physical, energetic and familial, while working with you towards your individual health goals.

We recognise the interconnectedness of Body, Mind and Spirit, and the importance of creating the conditions that allow your own self-healing processes to be supported.

Sometimes meaningful change begins not simply with what we do, but with the space we create for it to happen.

22/09/2026

We are a family practice in every sense. We care for people across all stages of life, from babies through to our senior community, and we also value the families of our practitioners.
We believe that caring for others includes making space for our own families when they need us, and we carry that value into the way we run our practice.

19/09/2026

Why do we often find newborns have strains through their neck area?

It can seem surprising that a newborn baby could have areas of muscular tension or restricted movement.

During labour, a mother’s body goes through enormous changes. The cervix opens and the pelvis changes shape to allow baby to move through the birth canal. But baby’s body is also adapting throughout this process.
With each contraction, forces are transmitted through baby’s body often through the head and neck, or through the bottom and spine when baby is breech. Labour may be prolonged, baby’s head may spend time in an awkward position, or birth may involve additional assistance.

For these reasons, when we assess newborns osteopathically, we sometimes find increased muscle tension or reduced movement through the neck and upper body.

Why might the neck be important?

Comfortable movement through the neck and upper body may be relevant to:

• Head turning and early movement development
• Jaw and tongue movement
• Positioning and comfort during breastfeeding
• How effectively baby coordinates sucking and swallowing
• Feeding comfort and the amount of air swallowed

An osteopath trained in the care of babies can gently assess your baby’s muscle tone, areas of tension and joint range of motion.

If your baby consistently prefers looking to one side, has difficulty turning their head, is developing a flattened area on their head, or is experiencing difficulties with breastfeeding or tongue function, an osteopathic assessment may be one option to consider.

Following assessment, your osteopath can discuss whether osteopathic treatment is appropriate or whether your baby would benefit from assessment by another health professional.

Contact Stillpoint Osteopaths for a newborn assessment today.

17/09/2026

Knee Pain in Teenagers: Osgood-Schlatter

One common cause of knee pain in growing children and teenagers is Osgood-Schlatter.

Despite its name, it isn’t really a disease. In the very active sporty child the patella tendon repetitively pulls on the bone of the lower leg causing inflammation more of an overuse situation. It causes pain and sometimes swelling over the bony bump just below the kneecap, where the patellar tendon attaches.

It is particularly common in active children and teenagers involved in running and jumping sports such as soccer, basketball and athletics.

Pain is usually worse with running, jumping, squatting or kneeling and improves with rest. Although it often settles as growth finishes, for some young people symptoms can persist for longer than expected.

Rest, activity modification and stretching can help. But if these aren’t enough, you might want to consider what an osteopath can offer your child.

An osteopath can assess not only the painful knee, but also how the pelvis, hip, knee and ankle are functioning together. Treatment, alongside appropriate stretching, strengthening and gradual loading, may help your child manage their symptoms and return to the activities they love.

Is knee pain getting in the way of your child’s sport? Get in touch with Stillpoint Osteopaths to see whether osteopathic treatment may be appropriate for them.

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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