Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of massage for a baby?
Babies may benefit from baby massage in some or all of the following ways:
- Promotes relaxation and improves quality of sleep
- Communication through touch
- Strengthens the digestive, respiratory and immune systems
- Reduces the discomfort of wind, colic and constipation
- Quality 1-to-1 time
- Stimulates the circulatory system and balances the nervous system
- Helps weight gain in premature babies
What are the benefits of baby massage for the parent?
Parents may benefit from massaging their baby in some or all of the following ways:
- Understanding a baby's non-verbal cues
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Relaxation with their baby
- Quality 1-to-1 time
What types of class are provided?
Please see the descriptions of our classes on the Services page.
How much do the classes cost?
Please see the Prices page for details.
What is covered in each class?
Each week the strokes to massage one part of the body will be introduced, along with a re-cap of the previous weeks' strokes and finishing in the final week with a full body massage.
As well as the practical teaching, topics such as the benefits of massage, when is a good time to massage, etc. will be taught and discussed.
The strokes will be demonstrated on a doll, while the parents copy on their own baby.
What should I bring to a class?
In addition to your baby's normal change bag, just a towel or mat is needed to lay your baby on.
Handouts of the strokes and discussion topics will be provided so you do not have to worry about taking copious notes.
Refreshments and oil for massage are provided.
When do the courses run?
Please see our Schedule page for the dates of our current courses.
How old can my baby be before I start massaging?
The classes are suitable for babies who have had their 6-8 week check up until they are able to crawl. However it doesn't mean that you can't massage a child after that age it just becomes a bit more difficult as they don't like to lie in one position for long!