Baby Massage Course
In the classes I will demonstrate massage techniques that you will practise and use yourself at home. Slow soothing strokes can comfort your baby before bed or more invigorating rolling massage with nursery rhymes, for example, can stimulate and interest your baby if you choose to massage earlier in the day. Daily baby massage can also help your baby’s digestion, immune system and muscle tone. I recommend a five week course but you are welcome to pop in and out as is convenient.
All babies are welcome, although it does get tricky if they are crawling! Generally, I recommend from 6 weeks, post GP check up but if your baby is happy and healthy under 6 weeks please bring him/her along.
Little Ones (6 weeks to 3 months)
Week 1
Signs your baby is Ready/Receptive to massage and Behaviour States – Meeting Yours & Baby’s Needs – Benefits of Massage + Contraindications.
Leg massage
Week 2
Tummy massage (clearing bubbles). How to treat colic! Songs, games and rhymes.
Week 3
Chest and arms massage – techniques to release chest and sinus congestion + natural remedies.
Week 4
Face and Back massage. Useful essential oils for childhood ailments
Week 5
Recap on whole body and Baby Yoga
Big Ones (3 months to crawling)
The drop-in class will include massage with oil and fun nursery rhymes with dynamic movement. Cross body movements stimulate both hemispheres of the brain – brain gym – and encourage coordination. Some soothing massage and baby yoga!
I teach at Cuckoo Hibou, Parson’s Green, SW6 4SW, and from my home in Fulham. Optional home visits or private 1-1 lessons. The cost is £15 per class cash, £75 per 5 week course, private 1-1 £45