Chiropractor for Baby Reflux in Paris

Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) is one of the most common reasons for infant consultations. Frequent regurgitation, crying after feeds, sleep disturbances... these symptoms naturally worry parents and affect the whole family's daily life.

As a chiropractor trained in paediatric care, Sophie Baltaci offers a gentle, natural approach to relieve your baby's reflux. At her Paris 2nd arrondissement practice, she uses techniques specifically adapted to newborns to promote better digestive comfort.

Our practice offers comprehensive infant care. Also discover our dedicated page on chiropractic for infants, as well as our approach for infant colic.

Recognising Reflux in Your Baby

Infant reflux can present in different ways. It is important to recognise the signs to act quickly.

Visible reflux (regurgitation)

Visible reflux (or overt reflux) is the easiest to identify. Your baby frequently regurgitates after feeds, sometimes forcefully. Milk rises from the stomach to the mouth, often accompanied by visible discomfort: crying during or after feeding, restlessness, arching of the back. Clothes and bibs are regularly soiled. This type of reflux, though dramatic, is often less concerning than silent reflux.

Silent reflux

Silent reflux (or internal reflux) is harder to detect because stomach contents rise into the oesophagus without being expelled through the mouth. Signs include: frequent unexplained crying (especially when lying down), sleep disturbances, refusal to feed or agitated feeds, swallowing sounds between meals, chronic nasal congestion, and sometimes frequent hiccups. This type of reflux can be painful as the acidity irritates the oesophageal lining without being evacuated.

Warning signs

Certain signs require urgent medical attention: weight loss or stagnation of the growth curve, blood in regurgitation, complete refusal to feed, breathing difficulties or apnoea, fever associated with regurgitation. These signs may indicate pathological GOR requiring specific medical treatment. Chiropractic care is complementary to, not a replacement for, paediatric supervision.

Understanding the Causes of Infant Reflux

Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) in infants is common during the first months of life. Several factors can contribute to it.

Digestive system immaturity

In newborns, the lower oesophageal sphincter (the muscle that closes the entrance to the stomach) is still immature. This valve does not yet seal perfectly, allowing stomach contents to flow back up easily. The baby's small stomach, positioned more horizontally than in adults, also promotes regurgitation. This immaturity is physiological and tends to resolve naturally between 12 and 18 months as the child stands more upright and the digestive system matures.

Postural and structural factors

Birth, whether vaginal or by caesarean section, can create tension in the newborn's skull, cervical spine, and diaphragm. These mechanical tensions can disrupt the functioning of the vagus nerve, which plays an essential role in regulating digestive motility. A tense diaphragm or upper cervical irritation can also contribute to maintaining or worsening reflux symptoms. It is precisely these structural factors that chiropractic care can address effectively.

The Chiropractic Approach to Reflux

Chiropractic offers a gentle, drug-free complementary approach to help relieve infant reflux. Sophie Baltaci uses techniques specifically adapted to babies.

A gentle, adapted approach

All techniques used on newborns are extremely gentle. The pressure applied never exceeds what you would comfortably apply on your closed eyelid. There is no cracking or sudden manipulation. Sophie Baltaci works on muscular and joint tensions of the diaphragm, thoracic spine, and abdomen to promote better digestive motility and reduce pressure on the stomach.

Cranial techniques

The newborn's skull has areas of flexibility (fontanelles and sutures) that can be affected by birth. Cranial tensions can disrupt the functioning of the vagus nerve, which directly regulates digestion. Through very gentle cranial techniques, Sophie Baltaci helps release these tensions and restore optimal nerve function. This approach is particularly effective when reflux is associated with a difficult or assisted birth (vacuum, forceps).

Advice for parents

Beyond in-office treatment, Sophie Baltaci supports parents with practical advice: optimal positioning after feeds (30-degree incline), carrying techniques that aid digestion, meal timing and portioning, safe and favourable sleeping positions. This guidance is an integral part of care and helps maintain the results achieved during sessions.

The Care Journey at Our Practice

First consultation

During the first visit, Sophie Baltaci conducts a comprehensive assessment of your baby: pregnancy and birth history, feeding habits, frequency and intensity of reflux, sleeping position. She then performs a gentle examination of the skull, cervical spine, diaphragm, and abdomen to identify tensions that may contribute to reflux. If treatment is indicated, the first care session can take place the same day.

Follow-up and support

Follow-up care is tailored to your baby's progress. Sessions are generally spaced one to two weeks apart. Sophie Baltaci assesses progress at each visit and adjusts treatment accordingly. She also provides practical advice on positioning after feeds, carrying techniques, and feeding patterns. The goal is to achieve lasting improvement in the fewest sessions possible.

Observed Results

The majority of parents report significant improvement in their baby's reflux after a few chiropractic sessions. Regurgitation decreases in frequency and volume, feeds become more peaceful, sleep improves, and baby appears generally more relaxed. Studies show that 70 to 80% of infants with functional GOR respond positively to chiropractic care, with results often visible from the very first sessions.

When to See a Chiropractor for Reflux

Chiropractic can help your baby in the following situations:

• Frequent regurgitation after feeds despite dietary adjustments
• Crying during or after feeds, baby arching their back
• Sleep disturbances related to digestive discomfort
• Suspected silent reflux (unexplained crying, refusal to eat)
• Difficult or assisted birth (vacuum, forceps, caesarean)
• Congenital torticollis or cranial asymmetry associated with reflux

Relieve Your Baby's Reflux

If your baby suffers from reflux, Sophie Baltaci welcomes you at her chiropractic practice in Paris 2nd arrondissement for gentle, personalised care. The techniques used are perfectly suited to infants and aim to improve their digestive comfort naturally. Don't wait for the situation to worsen: early intervention often leads to rapid results.