19/02/2026
Most parents call this “toes to nose” 😅
Clinically, it’s called a gentle infant spinal flexion mobilisation.
Signs we often look out for first 👇
• Fussy or unsettled in the car seat
• Difficulty burping after feeds
• Gassy, bloated, or uncomfortable belly
• Irregular or infrequent bowel movements
• Constipation or straining to poo
• Arching the back or resisting lying flat
• Trouble settling on their back
• One hip feeling tighter during nappy changes
So what am I actually doing here?
I’m gently bringing baby’s hips and knees toward their chest to help the nervous system unwind.
This supports:
• Release of tension through the lower lumbar spine
• Reduced pull on the dura that surrounds the spinal cord
• Improved motion through the sacrum and lower thoracic spine
Why that matters 👇
The lower spine is closely linked with nerves that help regulate digestion, bowel movements, bladder function, and pelvic tone. When this area is under tension often from birth stress, positioning, growth spurts, or time in car seats babies can struggle to settle and regulate.
This technique is slow, soft, and led entirely by baby’s response. Nothing is forced.
When the system begins to release, we often see:
• A softer belly
• Deeper breathing
• Less tension through the body
• A calmer, more settled baby
And most importantly, parents are always shown how to safely support this at home.
Small movements.
Big nervous system shifts.
