{"id":2801,"date":"2026-04-21T10:29:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T08:29:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/andromeda-osteopathie.nl\/geen-onderdeel-van-een-categorie\/verborgen-reflux-bij-babys-hoe-een-osteopaat-kan-helpen\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:29:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T08:29:02","slug":"verborgen-reflux-bij-babys-hoe-een-osteopaat-kan-helpen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/andromeda-osteopathie.nl\/en\/publicaties-en\/verborgen-reflux-bij-babys-hoe-een-osteopaat-kan-helpen\/","title":{"rendered":"Silent Reflux in Babies: How an Osteopath Can Help"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Crying after a feeding\u2014whether breastfeeding or bottle-feeding\u2014restless sleep, or a baby who frequently swallows air and burps without actually spitting up… In this article, you will read how to recognize silent reflux in babies and what you can do about it. Unlike classic reflux, where spitting up is visible, silent reflux often goes unnoticed. This makes it difficult for parents to identify, yet the symptoms can significantly impact your baby’s daily life. <\/p>\n

A specialized pediatric osteopath<\/strong> can play an important role in reducing these discomforts. In this blog, we explain exactly what silent reflux is, how to recognize it, and which treatments an osteopath can provide. <\/p>\n

What Is Silent Reflux in Babies?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Difference between visible and silent reflux<\/strong><\/h3>\n

With classic reflux, a baby often spits up immediately or sometimes even several hours after feeding. Silent reflux<\/strong> is more subtle. In this case, stomach acid enters the esophagus but does not always come out. This can cause your baby to be uncomfortable without it being clearly visible. Normally, the sphincter between the esophagus and the stomach ensures that stomach contents do not flow back up. In babies, this sphincter does not yet function optimally, which can cause reflux to occur several times a day. <\/p>\n

Symptoms of silent reflux in babies<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Although it is not always immediately visible, there are several signs that may indicate silent reflux in your baby. For instance, your baby may start crying after drinking milk from a bottle, or become restless while sleeping. Some babies arch their bodies, which can indicate discomfort in the mouth or throat. Additionally, you often notice that their breathing is more unsettled, especially during or after feeding. <\/p>\n

Short and restless naps also occur frequently, as does frequent burping because your baby swallows a lot of air while drinking. In some cases, feeding problems arise where your baby has difficulty drinking or even refuses the bottle. Together, these signs may indicate that your baby is suffering from reflux symptoms, even if they are not directly visible. <\/p>\n

Why it is important to recognize silent reflux early<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Silent reflux can cause significant discomfort, disrupt your baby’s night’s sleep, and in some cases even affect growth. It is therefore important to identify the correct cause in a timely manner. Often, a GP or physician is consulted first to establish a diagnosis and rule out other medical causes. From there, an appropriate method of treatment can be determined. By acting early and, for example, seeking advice from an osteopath, you can help prevent long-term symptoms and help your baby feel comfortable again sooner. <\/p>\n

The Role of an Osteopath in Baby Reflux<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What does an osteopath do during a treatment for babies?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

An osteopath works with gentle, manual techniques to examine and treat your baby’s body. For babies with reflux, treatment often focuses on: <\/p>\n