Get expert techniques from an International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) Accredited Instructor.
BUILDING CONNECTION
Whatever Your Journey Has Been, We’re Here
We will guide you through massaging your baby from head to toe; with time for learning, connection with your baby and building friendships with other parents. Infant massage is a lifelong skill that can be adapted as your child grows.
Benefits of infant massage include improved communication, improved sleep, relaxation & relief of colic/digestion issues.
What can you expect?
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With a warm and welcoming approach, your friendly instructor Jess is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
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Whether in your home or a venue of ours, we will ensure we make the room as cosy and comfy for yourself and babies’ to enjoy the sessions.
This includes a warm room with mats, blankets and cushions galore!
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We provide organic, cold-pressed sunflower oil for use on the babies. However, feel free to bring whatever you are currently using on babies’ skin.
We do kindly ask that you discuss with us before bringing nut oils to the sessions as some babies are at risk of allergies.
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Our classes last 1 hour 30 mins or 1 hour online.
Group sizes are kept small for a chance to build community. We provide oil, refreshments, dolls (if baby is sleeping), e-handouts & e-certificate upon completion.
All course options are 5 weeks and follow the IAIM Teaching Program.
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We teach babies from birth to 1 year (exceptions include adoption & additional needs - please contact for more information).
Our classes are baby-led which means you are free to respond to your babies needs throughout the class. We do not advise massaging babies when they are crying or sleeping, so if the class times doesn’t suit them don’t worry - try again at home later with the handouts.
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Anything you need to care for your baby - feed, nappies, change of clothes, blankets, muslin, etc.
We will provide oil but if your baby has their own special cream or oil please bring this along.
If you have specific dietary requirements please bring a snack or let us know in advance of this.
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Absolutely! We welcome both parents to join and learn the massage techniques.
If we are putting on a specific class for a particular parent or carer, we will make this very clear on booking.
Group Classes
Our most popular option. Enabling you to build local community for you and your family.
Private Groups
In the place, time and group of your choice. Contact for availability and pricing.
Private Sessions
Place and time for your convenience. Contact for availability and pricing.
Course Options
Massage strokes
We teach whole body massage: legs & feet; tummy; chest & arms; face and back.
These incorporate Swedish and Indian massage techniques and reflexology.
How to identify the best time for massage
We will teach you to recognise the ‘quiet alert’ state which is the best time for massage.
We avoid massage when baby is crying or asleep.
A short colic routine
The colic routine adapts the tummy strokes to make a quicker routine for you to use to help your baby with symptoms of colic or digestive issues.
The colic routine can be done with or without oil - clothes on or off!
What massage oils to use
If your baby has specific skincare then please use what they are already using.
Gentle movements and touch relaxation
This is the yoga element of baby massage.
These movements help align the pelvis and spine whilst also encouraging a good stretch!
How to adapt your strokes for the needs of a growing child
We can teach you specific adaptations and considerations for your child as they grow.
This enables you to keep massage as a positive, bonding experience that continues with age.
IAIM Teaching Program
All course options are 5 weeks and follow the IAIM Teaching Program.
Our baby massage courses offer a wonderful opportunity for you to learn how to communicate with your baby through nurturing touch and massage in a relaxed and welcoming environment.