BABY MASSAGE
In infant massage or baby massage classes we teach parents or carers how to safely massage their babies. Baby massage has been shown to help babies and parents by:
Relaxing & soothing- Nurturing touch is a naturally rewarding way to relieve stress for you and your baby.
Deepening bonding- Essential one-to –one time that will help to enhance your intimacy, understanding and ability to nurture.
Improving communication- the massage can help to increase your confidence and sensitivity to your baby’s cues
Contribute to development- baby massage can help to stimulate growth and healthy development.
Empowering- it can enhance your ability to understand your baby’s special individual requirements.
Helps baby sleep better!- helping baby relax means more rest for baby and you; everyone feels better.
How long is the course?
The course runs over four weeks and the massage is divided into sections, you learn a different part of the massage each week, so that the baby is not overwhelmed initially and you can learn and practice at home.
As well as offering the opportunity to learn a new beneficial skill, the classes offer opportunities to meet other parents and time to discuss your experiences.
What will I need to bring?
You will need to bring a clean nappy and changing stuff, a feed in case baby gets hungry and a mat, pillow or blanket to lie baby on to carry out the massage. Your instructor will provide the oil required (included in the course price.).
How much does the course cost?
The course costs £35 for the group courses which run at the Bridge Centre on Monday afternoons 1.30 – 2.30pm and Thursday mornings from 10.00-11.00am and 11.30 – 12.30.
What age is it suitable for?
Baby massage can be carried out from birth but classes are most suitable for babies aged between 6 weeks and when they start to crawl though the earlier you learn the more time you have to enjoy the special time baby massage brings.
Comments from parent who’ve done the course with us:
“I find massaging a wonderful way to connect physically & emotionally with my baby”
“…it seems to calm her ready for bedtime.”
“We really enjoy the sessions and love the soothing effect the baby massage has on my baby.”
“Jenny is an excellent instructor, very easy to listen too and take instruction from.”