Shoulder Girdle Stretches for Babies: Supporting Development & Milestones
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Shoulder Girdle Stretches for Babies: Supporting Development & Milestones
Here are a few simple home exercises you could do with your baby to help relieve shoulder girdle tension.
Move slowly, gently and have fun.
Hold their hand and:
- Take their arm across their body;
- Out to the side (keeping their arm on the ground) and above their head
- Out infront of them and above their head
- Repeat the other side!
Sometimes these exercises can assist with:
Motor milestone support – rolling, crawling, sitting, and eventually walking.
Tongue tie support – shoulder girdle stretches can complement oral motor exercises by reducing upper body tension, helping babies feed, latch, and move their tongue more effectively.
Improved shoulder mobility and strength – helping babies use their arms more freely during play and tummy time.
Posture and spinal alignment – reducing tension in the upper body that may restrict natural movement.
Neurological development – encouraging cross-body coordination, reflex integration, and sensory-motor skills.
Tummy time success – easing tightness so babies can lift their head, push up, and build core strength.
Fine and gross motor skills – preparing the foundation for reaching, grasping, and coordinated play.
Overall comfort and relaxation – helping with muscle tightness from birth strain, positioning, or developmental delays
Disclaimer - this advice is general only and not specific to your child.If you have any concerns please have an assessment with a paediatric health professional.
Q: Why see a baby chiropractor in Sydney?
A baby chiropractor in Sydney can support your infant’s posture, mobility, and milestones with gentle adjustments designed for developing bodies.
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