It gave me so much more than I expected
Aimee created a lovely, safe atmosphere where there was no judgement, even when he had a cry or feed. It gave me a chance to build my confidence connect with my baby and make friends for life
Baby Massage Christmas Course | WEDS | Graft, Kings Heath | NovDec
Graft Pilates
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Description
Event name: Christmas Baby Massage | 5 Wednesdays from 18 Nov | 11 to 12 | GRAFT, Kings Heath
The weeks before Christmas with a small baby can feel full and a bit unsettled. This gives you somewhere calm to be each Wednesday, and a routine you'll use every evening long after the decorations come down.
Over five weeks you'll learn a full baby massage routine, one part of the body at a time. We start with legs and feet, then tummy and chest (the strokes that help with wind), arms and hands, and face and back. By week five it all comes together into a ten-minute massage you can do at home, and that last week has a festive touch.
Slow, steady touch helps a young baby's nervous system settle. Over the weeks you'll also get to know their cues: the little signs they're loving it, and the ones that mean they've had enough. It's a small group, just mum and baby, and you can feed, cuddle or pause whenever your baby needs to. If they sleep through the whole thing, that still counts.
What you take home:
a short demo video each week, a PDF guide to the full routine, massage oil, a keepsake made for your baby, and a WhatsApp group with the other mums that's still there after the course ends.
Want to add the Christmas Baby Spa? on Sunday 13 December, between weeks 4 and 5, Mistletoe & Moonlight is a warm bath, gentle baby spa and a story under soft lights, for the whole family or solo. A partner can come and learn the strokes for bedtime too. With a special role for any siblings. It's £35 on its own, or £100 for both the massage course and the spa. Select the combo in 'tickets' when you book or read more about the spa here- https://events.humanitix.com/mistletoe-and-moonlight-christmas-bedtime-baby-spa-special-or-sun-13-dec-or-graft-kings-heath)
Dates: Wednesdays 18 and 25 November, and 2, 9 and 16 December, 11 to 12
Where: Graft Pilates, Kings Heath
Suitable for: 6 weeks to fully rolling
Price: £75, or £100 with the Christmas Baby Spa
Book by: Sunday 8 November. I aim to confirm each class 7- 10 days before, depending on numbers. If it doesn't go ahead, you'll get a full refund.
FAQs
- What age are the classes for?
Baby Massage is usually most suitable from around 6 weeks until babies become able to roll. In most cases, premature babies would attend in line with their adjusted age (dependent on their medical history)
- Do I need to bring anything with me?
Just whatever you’d normally bring for yourself and your baby. Mats, oils and class materials are provided.
- What typically happens in a session?
Sessions include gentle baby massage, relaxed discussion, responsive settling, and space to slow down a little together. The atmosphere is calm and unhurried.
- What should we wear?
Something easy to remove and put back on comfortably. Babies are usually massaged in just their nappy so they can enjoy skin-to-skin contact and movement freely. something comfortable for you to sit in.
- What if I miss a class?
I know life with a baby can be unpredictable. If space allows, I’ll always try to offer either a catch-up session in a future block or a Baby Yoga space instead. Videos are sent following the sessions.
- Can partners/ family attend?
The first session is designed for one parent and baby, and we can discuss partners or family members attending if this is suitable amongst the group.
- How comfortable will my baby be?
The environment is designed to feel warm, calm and responsive to babies’ needs. Feeding, changing, cuddling, moving around and taking breaks are all completely welcome.
- Is parking available?
There are car parks off the high street, pay to park, and 90 minutes free options at Aldi and Asda. There is also residential parking nearby.
- How sociable is the class?
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, but there’s never any pressure to socialise at all. Conversation is facilitated or tends to happen naturally and is optional. Some mums choose to meet up after the classes.
Testimonials
Such a gift for you and your baby
All the while mums are able to wind down, reflect and connect with other mums. Would definitely recommend this baby class to new mums and take it up myself again if I had another.
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