Sheila Williams Baby Massage

02/03/2026

We need your help!

*Please note: Spaces are limited to six. Parents already on the waiting list will be offered a course soon, but you are also welcome to join these sessions in the meantime*

06/02/2026

Thank you very much to all the families who have joined me for classes over the past five years and to those who have recommended me to friends, family and clients.

There have been many special moments, I have learned loads about infant massage and nurturing touch, enjoyed facilitating some really great groups many of whom are still in contact with each other.

I am sharing a few snaps from the final session of the most recent group and will be running one more group which is almost full starting Friday 27th February.

With my very best wishes to you all
Sheila x ❤️ Sheila Williams

28/01/2026

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Come along and see Sam at Nantwich and Congleton Cherubs on the 2nd and 16th Feb.

21/01/2026

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09/01/2026

I qualified as a baby massage instructor with the International Association of Infant Massage four years ago and have really enjoyed meeting some really lovely families over that time.

Today I enjoyed meeting a great group of 10 families (10, babies, 10 Mums and 4 Dad's) for the first of their series of five classes. We focused on massage for the legs and feet today; shared some information about baby massage, poems, tea and cake.

I have made the difficult decision that the next small group baby massage class at Gawsworth Village Hall will be my final course. It will run from 27th February ending before Easter and will be very special. If you or someone you know would like to join please get in touch. The course is suitable for parents with their babies who are not yet crawling. You will learn about baby massage, nurturing touch and form a supportive group.

https://bookwhen.com/sheilawilliamsbabymassage

07/01/2026

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15/12/2025

Would you or someone you love, like to join a small friendly baby massage course in the new year? 💜

11/11/2025

Would you like to learn how to massage your baby in a small friendly and welcoming environment? Sheila Williams Baby Massage follows the International Association of Infant Massage 5 week programme.
Starting Friday 9th January 11 am at Gawsworth Village Hall where there is a free car park on site and a nearby bus route.
There will be opportunity to learn about the benefits of baby massage, how to follow your baby's cues, demonstration and opportunity to practice massage strokes. There will be chance to relax, discuss related topics, share poems, ideas and chat with like minded parents.
Baby massage oil, baby massage booklet various other resources and refreshments are provided. For more information and booking follow the link below:
https://bookwhen.com/sheilawilliamsbabymassage

10/10/2025

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day, an important occasion to reflect on family well-being. The emotional health of parents is closely linked to that of their children: a calm, supported, and listened-to parent can transmit confidence and serenity to their little one.
Infant massage, as promoted by IAIM, offers a valuable tool to support this process. Through touch and presence, parents find dedicated time to connect with their child, slow down, and nurture a deep relational bond.
In many countries, our courses provide safe spaces for listening, sharing, and mutual support, where mental health is integral to overall well-being. On this day, we celebrate the fact that every act of care and love contributes to building stronger, more balanced families.

04/10/2025

Yesterday was the final session of Sheila Williams Baby Massage most recent 5 week course. It is lovely to receive feedback and to see the small group supporting each other. More comments to follow. If this is something you might enjoy see the link below for more information. We start again on Friday 14th November 2025 11:00 - 12:30 at Gawsworth Village Hall
https://bookwhen.com/sheilawilliamsbabymassage

04/10/2025

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Your baby may not have the words yet, but they understand the language of your touch. Every gentle stroke, every moment of closeness during infant massage tells them: you are safe, you are loved, you belong.

Nurturing touch does more than soothe—science shows it helps regulate your baby’s nervous system, supports better sleep, reduces fussiness, and strengthens your bond. But beyond the research, it’s the stillness, the eye contact, the warmth of your hands that create a memory of love they’ll carry with them for life.

These simple rituals remind us that parenting isn’t about doing it all perfectly—it’s about showing up in small, intentional ways that matter deeply.

Parents, what’s one moment of touch that your baby seems to love the most—massage, snuggles, or skin-to-skin? Share below—you never know who your story might encourage.

03/10/2025

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Becoming a parent brings joy, but also doubts and insecurities. Every mother and father asks themselves: “Am I doing enough? Am I doing it right?” Infant massage offers a concrete answer to these questions, as it allows parents to experience moments of genuine connection where they learn to listen to and recognize their baby’s cues.

In IAIM classes, parents do not receive a “manual of instructions,” but tools to observe, respect, and respond to their child’s unique needs. Through practice, they discover that their hands can comfort, their voice can soothe, and their presence has an irreplaceable value.

These experiences nurture a growing sense of trust and competence. It is not about striving for perfection, but about feeling capable of accompanying their child in the journey of growth, day by day.

Infant massage, therefore, is not only a benefit for babies, but also for parents—who find strength and confidence in the most important role of all: being a loving and present guide.