Massage
Baby Massage
We are very pleased to announce that The Vale Practice are now offering Baby massage classes on Wednesdays 11:30am-12:30pm!
Baby massage is a wonderful experience for both parent and baby. It has been shown to have a wealth of benefits from strengthening the caregiver-baby bond to aiding recovery from postnatal depression. Baby massage can help to stimulate a baby's growth and development, reduce crying, regulate sleep, ease colic, wind, constipation and teething pains, boosting relaxation in both parent and baby.
The baby massage course consists of 4 one-hour classes. You will be the only one massaging your baby - the instructor uses a demonstration doll. Over the course you will learn a massage sequence for the legs, tummy, chest, arms, face and back, as well as a special colic routine and some simple baby yoga movements.
You will also learn about what oils to use, how to create a suitable environment, follow your baby’s cues, massage safely and adapt the massage as your baby grows. Handouts and organic sunflower oil is provided. Parents need to bring a towel and a blanket.
Baby massage classes are friendly, sociable and accepting - babies aged 4 weeks to 9 months are welcome exactly as they are! If your baby was premature, or has any other special requirements, please contact the instructor first to let them know.