Raquel Jesus - Integrative Baby Therapy

LISTENING TO THE BABY STORY ~ for babies from 3 months old
One unique aspect about this approach is the recognition of the baby story.

We all arrive in this world with a story. A personal myth that unfolded before words were formed, and that remains with us throughout our life, as a memory stored in the body.

When, in the course of the life-forming experiences (such as being born, in the womb or conceived)  we go through stressful circumstances, we may be left with unprocessed issues which, if not integrated, solidify as imprints in our body systems (nervous system, respiratory system, digestive, circulatory, etc).

✓ Sessions last 1h30 minutes and take place at Amsterdam.

~ Working with babies
Babies are able to express their "baby story" by way of body movement, memory crying and emotional tones.

Listening, understanding and supporting this communication, helps the baby to safely navigate the overcharged pieces of his/her experience, regulate the nervous system, become more present and generally, embody the sense of triumph over helplessness. Same time the relationship between baby and the parents is strengthened by way of deeper understanding.

~ How to know if you or your baby needs extra help? 

Fortunately, once we are born and in order to restore equilibrium, we are able to communicate our experiences by a specific body language, emotional expressions and in case of babies, through memory cry. 

~ Example of behaviours that may translate the unheard “baby story” in babies:
- avoidance of eye contact
- too little tone or too much tension in the muscles
- startle response to sound or movement
- jerky arms, legs and head
- constant, weak or absent crying
- inconsolable crying
- arching
- hitting the umbilicus area or touching certain parts of the head repeatedly
- nursing/feeding difficulties

More generally, physical symptoms such as colic, asthma, digestive problems, eczema, etc., psychological themes and patterns of relationship with people, with food, etc. can be related with unprocessed early experiences.

If the “baby story” is met with consciousness, empathy and the right resources, the baby/child can gradually release blocked tension and relax into a greater sense of safety. Many physical symptoms may resolve or lessen and  presence is strengthened. 


Integrative Baby Therapy draws from a number of sources including Pre and Perinatal Psychology, Body Psychotherapy and Craniosacral Therapy. It is also informed by recent research in areas such as self-regulation, neurobiology, epigenetics, biodynamic embryology, field theory, attachment theory, traumatology, consciousness research and cross-cultural studies.

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