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Structural, holistic Osteopath, treating a range of aches and pains. Specialising in Back pain & Pre

What Osteopaths treat
- Headaches
- Neck pain
- Muscle aches
- Back pain
- Occupational injuries
- Joint problems
- Knee pain
- Breathing issues
- Frozen shoulder
- Ankle sprains
- Pregnancy related aches & pains
- Sciatica
- Sinus & ear infections
- Ligament sprains
- Tennis & Golfers elbow
- Shoulder pain
- Running injuries
- Hip pain
- Sporting injuries
- Postural issues
- Pelvic pain
- Restricted mobility
- Jaw pain

02/02/2026

Lower back pain in pregnancy — especially when bending, lifting, or sitting for long periods? You’re not alone.

As your bump grows, your centre of gravity shifts and your lower back works overtime to support you. Add in hormonal changes that increase joint and ligament laxity, and suddenly everyday tasks like picking something up, lifting your toddler, or sitting at a desk can feel uncomfortable or painful.

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲:
• Pain or aching when bending forward
• Discomfort when lifting (even light items)
• Stiffness or soreness after sitting for long periods
• Relief when you change position or move around

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽?
✨ Bend at your hips and knees rather than your waist
✨ Keep items close to your body when lifting
✨ Change positions often — avoid sitting too long
✨ Use lumbar support when sitting
✨ Gentle movement and strengthening exercises

Osteopathic treatment in pregnancy can help by supporting your lower back, pelvis, and surrounding muscles — helping your body adapt more comfortably as your pregnancy progresses.

You don’t have to “just put up with it.” Support is available 💛

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 and relieve your lower back pain! https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

31/01/2026

Postpartum Headaches: You’re Not Alone 🤍

Headaches after birth are incredibly common, especially in the early weeks and months postpartum. Between sleep deprivation, hormonal changes, breastfeeding posture, dehydration and increased stress, it’s no surprise many new mums experience frequent or lingering headaches.

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲:
• Tension headaches across the forehead or temples
• Neck and shoulder tightness feeding into head pain
• Headaches linked to poor sleep or feeding positions

The good news? You don’t need to just push through it. Postpartum osteopathic treatment can help by addressing muscle tension, postural strain and joint restrictions in the neck and upper back, while also supporting your body as it recovers after pregnancy and birth.

Gentle hands-on care, combined with advice around posture, hydration, movement and rest, can make a big difference in reducing headache frequency and intensity.

💛 If headaches are impacting your day-to-day life, support is available.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 — because new mums deserve care too. https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

30/01/2026

Pregnant and feeling sore, stiff or uncomfortable? 🤍

Back pain, pelvic pain, rib pain, headaches… it’s so common in pregnancy — but that doesn’t mean you have to just “put up with it”.

Your body is doing incredible things right now, but hormonal changes, posture shifts and growing bump pressure can leave you feeling tight, achy and exhausted 😮‍💨

I’m Sarah, a pregnancy osteopath, mum of two, and I’ve been supporting mums-to-be for over a decade. I understand pregnancy pain — both clinically and personally.

✨ Gentle osteopathic treatment can help:
• Ease pregnancy-related aches and pains
• Improve movement and comfort
• Support better sleep and day-to-day function
• Help you feel more at ease in your changing body

You deserve support during pregnancy — not just at the end 💫

👉 Bookings available online
📍 Milford, Auckland
✔️ ACC registered, no referral needed

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29/01/2026

Pregnant and sore? You’re not alone 💛

As your body changes, aches and pains can creep in — especially through your pelvis, lower back, hips, neck and ribs.
Pregnancy-specific osteopathic treatment can help:
✔ Reduce pain�
✔ Improve mobility�
✔ Support your changing body
✔ Improve your sleep

Gentle, safe & effective hands-on treatment, designed especially for mums-to-be. Sarah is a mum of 2 & has over a decade of experience & expertise.

👉 Book your appointment online

📍Milford, Auckland

ACC registered, no referral needed

https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

29/01/2026

Pregnant and sore? You’re not alone 💛
As your body changes, aches and pains can creep in — especially through your pelvis, lower back, hips, neck and ribs.
Pregnancy-specific osteopathic treatment can help: ✔ Reduce pain ✔ Improve mobility ✔ Support your changing body
✔️ Improve your sleep
Gentle, safe & effective hands-on treatment, designed especially for mums-to-be.
Sarah is a mum of 2 & has over a decade of experience & expertise.
👉 Book your appointment online
📍Milford, Auckland
ACC registered, no referral needed

28/01/2026

Top Tips for Constipation 💩 (Simple Things That Really Help)

Constipation is common — especially during pregnancy, postpartum, or busy stressful seasons — but a few small daily habits can make a big difference.

✨ 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀:
• Increase fibre gradually with fruit, veggies, wholegrains and seeds
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day
• Use a foot stool when on the toilet — knees higher than hips helps bowel emptying
• Add kiwifruit or Kiwi Crush to your routine (a natural gut helper)
• Don’t ignore the urge — your body’s timing matters
• Sit on the toilet after meals, especially breakfast, to use your natural gut reflex
• Gentle movement like walking can stimulate bowel activity

If constipation is ongoing, uncomfortable or affecting your day-to-day life, support can help. Osteopathic treatment can gently assist bowel function by addressing tension and movement through the abdomen, pelvis and lower back.

💛 You don’t need to put up with it.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 for personalised support. https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

27/01/2026

Headaches in pregnancy — you’re not alone 🤍

If you’re pregnant and noticing more headaches, you’re not imagining it.

𝗠𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝘂𝗺𝘀-𝘁𝗼-𝗯𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲:
• Dull or throbbing headaches
• Tension around the temples or behind the eyes
• Neck and shoulder tightness
• Headaches that worsen at the end of the day
• Headaches linked with poor sleep or stress

Pregnancy brings big changes — hormonal shifts, postural changes, altered sleep, increased stress and muscle tension can all contribute to headaches.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽?
• Staying well hydrated
• Regular meals to keep blood sugar stable
• Gentle movement and stretching
• Supporting your neck and posture (especially at work or feeding)
• Managing stress and prioritising rest

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽
Osteopathy takes a whole-body approach, gently addressing:
• Neck, upper back and jaw tension
• Postural strain
• Muscle tightness contributing to headaches
• Nervous system balance

✨ Headaches don’t have to be something you “just put up with” during pregnancy. Gentle support can make a real difference.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 headache and migraine relief! https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

26/01/2026

Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential ✨

Whether you’re pregnant or navigating life with a newborn, it’s easy to put yourself last. But caring for you matters too.
Self-care doesn’t have to mean hours away or big plans.

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁’𝘀:
• 5 quiet minutes with a cup of tea
• A short walk in fresh air
• A stretch before bed
• Saying “no” when your plate is already full
• Booking an appointment that supports your body and mind

These small moments help refill your cup — and when your cup is fuller, you’re better able to care for everyone else.

For expectant mums, self-care supports a changing body and nervous system.

For new mums, it helps recovery, energy levels and emotional wellbeing.

🤍 You matter. Your needs matter. And taking small pockets of time for yourself is part of looking after your family too.

25/01/2026

Jaw pain… it’s not just a sore jaw 🤍

𝗗𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲:
• Jaw pain when chewing or yawning
• Clicking, popping or locking in the jaw
• Headaches or migraines that start around the temples
• Facial pain, earache or pressure around the ears
• Neck and shoulder tension that just won’t settle
• Clenching or grinding your teeth (often worse with stress or during sleep)

Jaw pain (often linked to the TMJ) is more common than many people realise — and it rarely exists on its own. The jaw is closely connected to your neck, upper back, posture and nervous system, which is why symptoms can spread or feel ongoing.

How osteopathic treatment can help! Osteopathy looks at the whole picture, not just the jaw.

𝗢𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗯𝘆:
• Releasing tension in the jaw, face, neck and upper back
• Improving joint movement and muscle balance
• Reducing headaches and facial pain
• Addressing postural or stress-related contributors
• Supporting relaxation of the nervous system

Gentle, hands-on treatment combined with tailored advice can make a big difference — especially when jaw pain has become part of your “normal”.

✨ You don’t need to push through jaw pain or headaches. Support is available.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲! https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

24/01/2026

Hi, I’m Sarah! 👋

I’m a mum of 2 and have been a qualified osteopath for over a decade, specialising in pregnancy and postpartum care.

I absolutely love supporting mums-to-be and new mums through the incredible journey of motherhood — helping you feel more comfortable, mobile, and confident along the way.

Whether it’s back pain, pelvic discomfort, tight shoulders, or general aches, you don’t need to just put up with it.

Gentle, personalised osteopathic care can make a real difference — so you can focus on enjoying this special time with your little one.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 and take the first step toward feeling your best.

23/01/2026

Postpartum Tips & Tricks: Returning to Movement Safely After Birth 🚶‍

Your body has done an incredible job growing and birthing your baby — now it’s time to return to movement safely. Postpartum recovery takes patience and care, and gentle guidance can help prevent pain and injury.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘆:
🌿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹: Begin with gentle stretches and walking.
🌿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲: Focus on activating your pelvic floor and deep core muscles.
🌿 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆: Avoid pushing through pain or discomfort.
🌿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: Slowly add resistance exercises to rebuild strength.
🌿 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Osteopathic support can help with posture, muscle imbalances, and safe exercise progression.

Returning to movement safely supports postnatal recovery, reduces pain, and improves overall wellbeing.

Your body deserves gentle, steady care as you regain strength and confidence.

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 with Sarah for personalised postpartum guidance.

https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

20/01/2026

🤍 Pregnancy Tips & Tricks ~ Rolling in bed & sleeping more comfortably with pelvic pain

If pelvic pain is making nights uncomfortable, you’re not alone. Small changes can make a big difference when it comes to rolling in bed and getting better sleep:

🌙 𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗻𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿
When rolling, try to keep your knees close together or gently squeeze a pillow between them. This reduces strain through the pelvic joints.
🌙 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Sleep with a pillow between your knees and one behind your back, or try a pregnancy pillow for full-body support. This helps keep your pelvis aligned.
🌙 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁
When turning, tighten your core slightly and move your shoulders, hips, and knees together rather than twisting through your pelvis.
🌙 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿
A soft scarf or resistance band loosely around your thighs can help keep your legs moving together during the night and reduce sharp pain when turning.
🌙 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗱
Avoid sudden movements if you wake in the night. Take a breath, engage your core, then move slowly and with control.

If pelvic pain is disturbing your sleep, it’s a sign your body needs extra support. Osteopathic treatment can help improve pelvic comfort, movement, and sleep quality so you’re not dreading bedtime.

You deserve restful sleep during pregnancy 💛

📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 if you are struggling to roll over in bed
https://www.sarahboughtwoodosteopath.co.nz/book-online

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