MamaBabyBliss

12/09/2025

👣 Tiny toes, big story
Did you know your baby’s footprints are already completely unique at birth? Just like fingerprints, no two are ever the same — and they’ll never change, only grow. 💗
That’s why those tiny footprints we treasure in keepsakes are more than just adorable… they’re a one-of-a-kind imprint of your little one’s journey into the world.
✨ Every step they take will always begin with these first prints.

10/09/2025

TRUST MOTHER NATURE 🌿
Your body knows the way. Just as the seasons shift and nature flows with ease, pregnancy invites us to trust in the wisdom within. 🤰

Mama, take a deep breath, place your hands on your growing bump, and remind yourself: You and your baby are part of nature’s perfect rhythm. 🍃

08/09/2025

SELF-CARE REMINDER 🍁 As we start to enter autumn this is a time to start focusing on slowing down and embracing a new season.

SELF-CARE TIP
�Take 15–20 minutes each morning to connect with the changing season. Step outside, feel the crisp September air, and notice the autumn leaves. Use this quiet moment to breathe deeply, reflect, and set gentle intentions for your day.

This small ritual helps you:
* Reconnect with your body and mind after sleepless nights
* Embrace the balance and change that September represents
* Ground yourself in new beginnings, both for you and your baby
💛 Bonus: Pair it with a warm drink, a soft blanket, or your baby in a carrier nearby. Let this be a moment of calm, restoration, and mindful presence.

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03/09/2025

SEPTEMBER BABY FUN FACT

Babies born near the Autumn Equinox arrive at a unique moment when day and night are nearly equal. Researchers suggest that this season of birth can shape your baby’s early development.

Scroll across to find out why…

✨ Circadian rhythms – The balance of light and dark around the equinox may help regulate sleep and biological rhythms.�✨ Emotional wellbeing – Studies link autumn births with a lower risk of depression and bipolar disorder later in life.�✨ Balance & harmony – Symbolically, equinox-born babies are thought to embody equilibrium from the very beginning.
A fascinating mix of science and symbolism—just like your little one. 🍂💛

01/09/2025

HELLO SEPTEMBER 🍁September is the month to focus on balance and celebrating change and new beginnings.

🌗 Around the Autumn Equinox, day and night are equal—a reminder for you to honoor your own balance. If you’re pregnant, this is a time for you to move between energy and rest, anticipation and surrender. Paying attention to this rhythm helps you feel grounded and connected.
🍂 You may notice changes happening, both in your body and in your life. Just as the leaves turn and fall, allow yourself to let go of what no longer serves you, making space for the new life you are nurturing.
🌱 If you are a new mother this is a time to welcome and celebrate new beginnings.

Motherhood is not only the start of your baby’s journey—it is the start of a new chapter for you as well.
Take time this September for moments of peace, reflection, and trust that you are exactly where you need to be. 💫

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29/08/2025

REAL MOTHERHOOD IS… what words would you use?

When we’re pregnant we often have an idea in mind of what motherhood is going to be like. But when our baby is here, it’s rarely how we imagined and it’s full of contradictions.

Motherhood is raw, amazing rewarding, tough, relentless and a whole lot more to each one of us.

Yet despite how hard it can be that deep and indescribable love we feel for our baby makes every moment worthwhile.

How would you describe motherhood and how is it different from what you imagined it to be? We’d love to know in the comments below. ❤️

22/08/2025

MAKE TIME FOR YOU 🌸

☕️ As a mum we can often feel guilty if we spend any time away from our baby. But remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Motherhood is 24/7 and throw in sleep deprivation, it doesn’t make much to deplete us.

🤲 As it’s a long weekend, over the next few days perhaps you can take advantage of the fact that you might have an extra pair of hands and give yourself some time just for YOU.

💄Have a think about what makes you feel good. A brisk walk outdoors, grabbing a coffee baby-free or treating yourself to something new to wear. It doesn’t have to be long but even the smallest thing can help give us a boost!

Let us know what you’re up to below!❤️

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20/08/2025

BABIES CAN SMELL THEIR MOTHER FROM BIRTH 👩‍🍼

Did you know that studies have shown that if you place a newborn between their mother and another woman, they’ll instinctively turn toward their mother’s scent — even with their eyes closed. Here’s why:
👶A human’s sense of smell develops early – The olfactory system (responsible for smell) starts forming in the womb around 8 weeks, and by the third trimester, it’s working well enough for babies to detect and respond to scents in the amniotic fluid.

👶Scent recognition is key for survival – In nature, recognising a parent helps a newborn stay close to safety, warmth, and food.

👶Breast milk is uniquely scented – Your milk carries your personal scent, influenced by your diet and natural body chemistry. This helps guide your baby to the breast for feeding.

👶Comfort & bonding – The smell of their mother’s skin and milk releases calming hormones in babies, helping them feel secure and reducing stress.

Just one of the reasons why nature and babies are so fascinating! 🌿

18/08/2025

WHY WE LOVE BABY YOGA!
There are so many reasons why we love baby yoga. It’s not just fun but based on research has so many benefits for you and your baby:

🌟Supports baby’s physical development – Gentle movement and stretching help strengthen muscles, improve coordination, and support motor milestones like rolling, crawling, and walking.

🌟Enhances bonding – Touch, eye contact, and shared rhythmic movement release oxytocin (“the love hormone”), deepening emotional connection between you and your baby. 💞

🌟Aids digestion & sleep – Certain yoga-inspired movements stimulate the digestive system, easing colic, wind, and constipation, while relaxation techniques promote better sleep.³😴

🌟Supports mums’ wellbeing – Baby yoga can reduce postnatal stress and anxiety, gently reintroduce movement, and help you feel more confident in your new role.🌸

Baby yoga isn’t just for babies — it’s a nurturing, science-backed practice for both of you. 💛

15/08/2025

BOOK YOUR SEPTEMBER CLASSES!

🗓️Hard to believe that we are half way through August but September is just around the corner. Lots of our MamaBabyBliss Teacher’s timetables are up and bookings are well underway.

⏱️To make sure that you don’t miss out visit the MamaBabyBliss Teacher’s Directory on the MamaBabyBliss website or check out your local teacher’s social media pages. 💕

13/08/2025

There’s a quiet power in your body — ancient, instinctive, and beautifully wise. 🤍
You don’t have to figure it all out.�You don’t have to do more.�You just have to trust the incredible wisdom already within you.
✨ Your body is not just changing — it's guiding.�✨ Your intuition is not just real — it's reliable.
Lean into that trust.�You were made for this. 🌿

11/08/2025

CONGRATULATIONS! 🥳

👏A big well done to Brenda and Ti who have qualified in a day of face-to-face pregnancy massage training.

🙌 It was a privilege to work with two such dedicated therapists and we look forward to hearing about them nurturing lots of mamas-to-be and mums with the ‘Truly Bumptious’ Pregnancy Massage and the Mama-Me-Time Treatment for mamas!

💕 To find your nearest qualified MamaBabyBliss Massage Therapist visit the Therapists Directory on the MamaBabyBliss website and if you are interested in finding out more about our training email us at training@mamababybliss.com.

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03/06/2025

HELLO JUNE 🌹
Did you know that June is one of the most popular months to be born! 👶🌸
From the UK to the US, stats show June babies are everywhere! 💕 According to the ONS (Office for National Statistics), June consistently ranks in the top birth months — with some dates like June 27th & 30th showing up in the top 10 most common birthdays!

The reason why goes back about 9 months! When the weather gets chilly, we naturally spend more time indoors, snuggled up under blankets — and, well… let’s just say cuddle season turns into baby season!
So those long dark cosy nights indoors often lead to beautiful June arrivals.�
Who else was a "winter snuggle surprise"? 😄👇

10/02/2025

NEW SPRING TIMETABLE 🌸💕 All of my current classes are fully booked and the next 6-week courses begin on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025!

I can’t wait to celebrate the start of spring and other special occasions including Mother’s Day & Easter 🐣🐰🌼

All classes are weekly on a Tuesday and the times are as follows:

💕 BABY MASSAGE 12.30pm-1.45pm: suitable from newborn to rolling.

💕 BABY YOGA 2.15pm-3.30pm suitable from 10 weeks to early crawling.

💕 PREGNANCY YOGA 6pm-7.15pm suitable from 14 weeks.

💕 MAMA NURTURE POSTNATAL YOGA 8pm-9.15pm not just for new mothers but any mamas needing some weekly relaxation!

To book please visit the MamaBabyBliss Hitchin & Letchworth page on the MamaBabyBliss website or you can book direct via the The Sadie Centre website!

Or feel free to drop me a note on WhatsApp on 07525 661663

25/12/2022

Wishing you all a magical Christmas and love, peace and joy to all ❤️🎄

18/07/2022

Stay safe and cool, lovely peeps ☀️❤️ ###

27/05/2022

EXTRA SPACES! Because of the waiting lists, I will be teaching in a bigger studio over the summer at The Signing Rooms in Hitchin and have added on a couple of extra spaces for the summer courses. Baby massage spaces have already been snapped up but a couple more have become free on the Pregnancy Yoga and the Baby Yoga Foundation! Classes are a beautiful way to make friends and nurture you and your baby! You can book directly here:
https://www.mamababybliss.com/classes/book-a-class/hitchin/

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14/05/2022

SO MANY PLANS!!! 🤰🤱🧘‍♀️Sitting in the sunshine planning so many exciting things to nurture you mamas-to-be, new mummies and babies! Feeling excited and HOT! Happy Saturday and enjoy the sunshine☀️

22/04/2022

22/04/2022

A space has just come available on my next baby massage course which begins on Tuesday 26th April, 2022 at The Signing Rooms in Hitchin! Next availability will be in June 2022 🌸
You can book online here! https://www.mamababybliss.com/classes/book-a-class/hitchin

05/07/2021

STOP PRESS: A rare space has just come up on my pregnancy yoga July and August course! I’m starting face-to-face classes from tomorrow:
Tuesdays evenings at Signing Rooms in Sun Street, Hitchin from 7pm-8.15pm. Keeping the group very small and intimate for social distancing and so we can all chat. Drop me a note on 07525 661 663 if you are interested or you can book online here:
https://www.mamababybliss.com/classes/book-a-class/hitchin/

MamaBabyBliss classes in PregnancyBliss, Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, Toddler Massage and Toddler Yoga in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. Book your place today!

27/06/2021

FACE-TO-FACE PREGANCY YOGA CLASSES ARE BACK! After many months I’ve finally found a studio in Hitchin big enough to have safe socially distanced classes! So if you’re local, please do feel feel free to join.
The studio is at the Signing Rooms in Hitchin and classes are on Tuesday from 7-8.15pm. Next course begins on 6th July, 2021. Very limited spaces as I’m keeping the group small.
I’m also doing a special summer offer of seven classes for the price of 6! Sessions will also be live streamed on Zoom for those of you who still feel a bit weary of coming out or if you can’t attend a session in person.
You can find out more and book here https://www.mamababybliss.com/classes/book-a-class/hitchin/ or drop me a line at @mamababybliss.com or mobile: 07525661663.

03/05/2021

I love teaching my classes here can’t wait for Mama Baby Play to be open again! Looking forward to catching up with all my lovely mummy friends again ❤️❤️❤️

❤️ Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week ❤️

Bringing mums together is a huge focus of why we started Mama Baby Play, which is why supporting is so important to us.

We’re lucky to work with MamaBabyBliss here in Hitchin, whose sole purpose is supporting mothers, babies and mums-to-be throughout their pregnancy and motherhood.

Founder Justina Perry is a leading pregnancy, mother and baby expert in the UK, and having overcome postnatal depression herself, is a huge advocate for supporting maternal mental health. Justina runs pregnancy, postnatal and baby massage and yoga classes, plus workshops right here at Mama Baby Play, so caring for mums really is at the heart of everything we do.

Throughout this week, we’ll be helping to raise awareness of why it’s so important to keep talking about maternal mental health, by sharing all of Mama Baby Bliss’s great advice: from wellbeing and self-care tips, to Instagram Lives answering all your questions.

Always here for you,

The Mama Baby Play Team x