Baby Massage

IAIM 5-week courses in Hastings and surrounding areas

“Enhancing the connection between parent and caregiver”

Come and learn the beautiful skill of baby massage; an opportunity to bond with your baby through nurturing touch in a relaxed and welcoming space.

One hour classes are taught in small groups over 5 weeks combining Swedish and Indian massage, reflexology and yoga.

This course is about so much more than massage; you will also learn how to read your baby’s body language and behavioural cues and recognise their reflexes. You will feel supported and connected to other new parents through chatting and sharing your parenting experiences without judgement.

Oil, mats, a handout of the massage strokes and a certificate are provided, twins are charged as one baby. Mums, Dads and primary caregivers all welcome.

Classes

Small groups & 1:1

I teach small group classes from my home in the Blacklands/St Helens area of Hastings.

The cost is £45 for the 5 week course, with a minimum of 2 parents/caregivers and 2 babies attending in order for the course to run.

There are no new courses scheduled currently, but please get in touch to express your interest.

I can also teach 1:1, as a couple or private group from your home or mine. Get in touch with your postcode to find out options on class times and prices.

  • What you will learn

    -Strokes for the legs, feet, tummy, hands, arms, back and face

    -How to identify baby’s reflexes and cues

    -The benefits of infant massage including a routine that may help with colic, wind and constipation

    -Touch relaxation and gentle movement techniques

    -To share your parenting experiences with other local parents

  • Benefits of baby massage

    For baby:

    -Help your baby to feel secure, loved and respected through nurturing touch

    -Reduce crying and emotional stress

    -Increase levels of relaxation and promote longer sleep

    -Support the development of body awareness and coordination

    -Can help relive wind, colic, constipation and teething pain

    -Normalises muscle tone and increases flexibility

    For you:

    -A closer bond & attachment to your baby

    -Gain a deeper understanding of your baby’s behaviour, crying and body language

    -Dedicated 1:1 time with your baby

    -Can help support Post Natal Depression

    -Meet other local parents and make new friends