Infant and Pediatric Massage and topics around maternity, newborns and Pediatrics.Classes and courses She then became a Pediatric Massage Therapist.
Baby Strokes Infant /Child Massage is here to help you as an expectant parent, new parent or experienced parent of a baby and or growing child. Melanie Wattles RN started the company with one mission to educate and empower all parents. Children are our most priceless asset and by nurturing them from an early age Parents and Families can provide a good foundation and help shape their future. Melan
ie is an RN with over 25 years of experience in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing and Case Management. Back in 2000 she did a course in Infant Massage Instruction and became a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. Melanie is passionate about sharing the many benefits of massage and nurturing touch and teaching parents and families the strokes and techniques they can easily use with their newborn baby, baby and growing child. Babystrokes will help you understand and experience the many benefits of providing massage to your baby and growing child. Babystrokes will show you how to quiet your fussy baby with patience and love through the power of infant massage. You will learn simple techniques to help reduce your baby's discomfort from teething, colic and gas, nasal congestion and even stress. You will better understand the infant cues your baby uses to communicate his/her needs. For those looking for a unique gift that will last forever Babystrokes offers Gift Certificates for in home massage classes and custom New Parent / Grandparent and Baby Gift Baskets. Give new Grandparents a tool to help them get to know and bond with their new Grandchild. For more information please take a look at the Babystrokes web page www.babystrokes.com and reach out to Melanie to learn more about Infant / Child Massage. Baby Strokes can help you.....
Learn to quiet your fussy baby with patience and love through the power of infant massage. Discover simple techniques to help reduce your baby's discomfort from teething, colic and gas, nasal congestion and stress. Better understand the infant cues your baby uses to communicate his/her needs. Experience the many benefits of providing massage to your baby and growing child. Babystrokes also offers in home Pediatric massage for your baby and growing child. Looking for a unique gift? Babystrokes offers gift cards and custom gift baskets.
15/07/2025
I don’t typically post asking people for something but like everyone have been shocked and saddened by the recent flooding events in Texas.
Babystrokes has helped where we can and I wanted to share a local resource that has an Amazon wish list which makes donating very easy. It is for the many flood victims and some items are baby related.
Just wanted to share the resource.
Hug your babies and Happy Massaging.
12/07/2025
Local new moms…
Help us learn about mom-baby interactions at home!
12/07/2025
✨ Strengthen the bond with your baby and learn the lifelong benefits of nurturing touch!
Join us for our Introduction to Infant Massage class. Led by Melanie Wattles, RN, certified infant massage instructor and founder of Baby Strokes, this hands-on class will teach you simple, powerful techniques to:
✔️ Soothe fussiness and support better sleep
✔️ Promote your baby’s healthy development
✔️ Build deeper emotional connections
✔️ Ease common discomforts like gas and colic
Melanie’s passion for early bonding through touch creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where you’ll feel confident and empowered.
🎟️ Spots are limited! Don’t miss this chance to give your little one (and yourself!) the gift of nurturing touch.
🔗 Register today at swpedi.com/events!
11/07/2025
I dropped off today and it was really easy to get to and drop off if you are local to dripping springs. Thanks
Posted • Help us make a difference! 🤝 We’re collecting donations at Caliterra Hall to support those impacted by the recent flooding. Please drop off all items along the rear of the Hall near the women’s bathroom between 7am-3pm on Monday, 7/14.
Questions? Contact Matt King, our Dripping Springs neighbor, at 512-777-8975. He will coordinate the pickup and delivery to the collection sites in the affected areas. Let’s come together and show our support!
11/07/2025
Posted • Looking for a gentle way to connect with your baby? Our Infant Massage Class teaches you how to use nurturing touch to calm fussiness, aid sleep, and build trust.
10/07/2025
Join us this Saturday for our in person class Southwest Pediatrics - Austin, TX
10/07/2025
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Posted • Our hearts are with the children and families affected by the recent floods in Central Texas. We’re holding close in our thoughts the little ones who are still missing and all who are hurting during this time.
We know many parents are facing difficult conversations with their children right now. Below are some trusted resources to help you navigate these moments with care.
If you need more support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. And remember — for immediate mental health needs, call 911.
💜 Helping Children Cope With Frightening News: tinyurl.com/help-kids-cope
💜 How to Talk to Children About Tragedies: tinyurl.com/talk-through-it
💜 Helping Children Cope With Tragedy-Related Anxiety: tinyurl.com/cope-with-tragedy
💜 Talking to Children About Tragedies & News Events: tinyurl.com/share-news-with-kids
10/07/2025
Posted • The July 4 flooding in Kerr County and the surrounding areas have taken the lives of dozens of adults and children. We’ve put together an updated list of resources for yourself and others. Swipe through or scan the QR code.
Be sure to stay weather aware:
🔘Follow for updates
🔘Check atxfloods.org and drivetexas.org for road updates
🔘Sign up for weather updates at warncentraltexas.org
🔘Get real-time data on rainfall, stream flow and lake levels
FIND HELP
🔘Call 911 if you need immediate assistance
🔘211 Texas can help with food, healthcare, and housing. Call 211 or visit or 211texas.org
🔘 has info on emergency shelters
MENTAL HEALTH HELP
has a Disaster Distress Helpline offering 24/7 mental health services. Call or text 1-800-985-5990
offers free 24/7 crisis counseling. Text ‘SHARE’ to 741741
is offering mental support to students. Visit their website for more info.
has a 24/7 helpline at 512-472-4357
GIVE HELP
is raising funds for search and rescue
is raising money and donations to help pets in Kerr County
is giving out supplies.
is giving out recovery kits at three sites. Burnet Train Depot Parking Lot, Round Mountain Baptist Church and Liberty Middle School.
is hosting a supply drive.
is looking for donations as they prepare to mobilize to impacted communities.
is feeding families and first-responders. Donate online.
LOCAL HELP
Look out for local Austin places donating items or proceeds to flood relief.
is collecting money for mutual aid rapid response
is collecting relief supplies
is donating proceeds on July 10
is donating proceeds on July 9
is acting as a donation drop-off.
has a list of places helping out.
Know of other places where people can donate or volunteer? Let us know in the comments.
Click the link in our bio for more info.
09/07/2025
Posted • To our Central Texas community,
The recent flooding has brought unimaginable challenges to many families, and our hearts are with everyone affected. At Happy Trails Pediatrics, we want to do our part to help during this difficult time.
We are offering free pediatric medical services to families impacted by the flood. Whether you’ve lost access to medications, need care for your child, or are navigating new health concerns after the storm — we are here for you.
We can help with:
• Refills of chronic medications lost in the flood
• Well child checks and sick visits
• Skin issues (rashes, infections, lacerations)
• Tetanus vaccines for those involved in cleanup
• Lactation support for mothers of infants
You don’t need to be a current patient, and no insurance is required. This is simply about caring for our community.
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Baby Strokes Infant /Child Massage is here to help you as an expectant parent, new parent or experienced parent of a baby and or growing child. Melanie Wattles RN started the company with one mission to educate and empower all parents. Children are our most priceless asset and by nurturing them from an early age Parents and Families can provide a good foundation and help shape their future.
Melanie is an RN with over 25 years of experience in Pediatric and Neonatal Nursing and Case Management. Back in 2000 she did a course in Infant Massage Instruction and became a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. She then became a Pediatric Massage Therapist. Melanie is passionate about sharing the many benefits of massage and nurturing touch and teaching parents and families the strokes and techniques they can easily use with their newborn baby, baby and growing child.
Babystrokes will help you understand and experience the many benefits of providing massage to your baby and growing child.
Babystrokes will show you how to quiet your fussy baby with patience and love through the power of infant massage.
You will learn simple techniques to help reduce your baby's discomfort from teething, colic and gas, nasal congestion and even stress.
You will better understand the infant cues your baby uses to communicate his/her needs.
For those looking for a unique gift that will last forever Babystrokes offers Gift Certificates for in home massage classes and custom New Parent / Grandparent and Baby Gift Baskets.
Give new Grandparents a tool to help them get to know and bond with their new Grandchild.
For more information please take a look at the Babystrokes web page www.babystrokes.com and reach out to Melanie to learn more about Infant / Child Massage.