Mother Nurture Baby Massage

Having worked in childcare for over 15 years as a nanny and in the superb play and learn centre that is Gymboree, Leamington Spa, I have learned a huge amount about nurturing at the key stage levels of development which I believe in these early years to be so important to help set the foundations for the rest of their precious lives. This lead me on to training in baby massage with the IAIM ( International Association of Infant Massage ) which is a “ global organisation and world- class standard for the training and teaching of baby massage. It consists of tens of thousands of people from around the world, who are passionate about ensuring that every baby receives nurturing touch as a fundamental human right”
The IAIM uses 4 different styles of massage- Indian massage, Swedish massage, reflexology and gentle movements, during the 5 week course I will describe the benefits of each of these techniques. Training to become a baby massage instructor has had a profound effect on me as an adult and I have come to the realisation that as our skin is the largest organ it is no wonder it has such an impact on us when we are nurtured, touched or massaged both as a baby and as an adult! It releases happy hormones known as Oxytocin and has such incredible benefits. I am peadictric first aid trained and trained as a nursery nurse for 3 years. BENEFITS OF BABY MASSAGE;

- Stimulating, calming and relaxing
- Helps promote a secure attachment
- Helps babies to feel loved, seen and important
- Produces melatonin which can help with sleep
- Promotes brain and physical development
- Strengthens the immune system
- Helps with bonding and communication
- Can help relieve pain from teething
- Helps with colic and the digestive system


WHAT TO EXPECT;

The course consists of 5 x 75 minute classes in which we will learn the full baby massage and special colic routine, we will do this consecutively over a 5 week period. We will also talk about how we can adapt massage as your baby grows up- massage is not only for babies but can be adapted throughout a person’s life forever! During each class we will do some relaxation techniques for yourselves in order to help you and baby feel calm and relaxed throughout the massage/ class. We will also allow time for discussion and sharing ideas with a nice warming cup of tea/coffee! ( a necessity if you ask me ! )

WHAT TO BRING;

-A towel for babies to lie on (yoga mats will also be provided for extra comfort)
-a blanket if you wish to bring one
-Please wear loose or comfortable clothing yourselves and you may also want to bring along a water bottle as a drink for yourselves too. AND REMEMBER!;

Do not worry if your baby does not want to participate or if they need to sleep, feed, or have their nappy changed at any time throughout the class! Some babies have slept through the entire session- remember this is also YOUR time and a chance for you to learn the massage techniques to be able to do them in the comfort of your own home, in your own surroundings and when your baby needs you or to be reassured.