​​What is baby massage? 

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The process of massaging baby's originated in India hundreds of years ago, as a method of supporting wellbeing and health both physically and spiritually (many believing that the process of massaging using 'indian draining' techniques- massaging away from the body- removes negative energy) This Tradition is still prevalent today, with daily postnatal massage being used as a method to support the wellbeing of Mothers too. Baby massage was first introduced to the uk in 1970 and is now widely used both in professional practice and also within neonatal units and hospitals (Kangaroo care/skin to skin)

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Touch develops in utero between 6-9 weeks gestation and is the last sense to leave us when we die. Skin is the largest organ in the body and absorbs sensory input. Without touch babies can survive but they cannot 'thrive', as humans we need connection and what better way to connect to our baby's than via their most developed sense?!

 

When we massage our baby's body we are sending signals to their brain which lay the foundations of healthy brain development, reassure them that they are safe and support them to form attachment to their mother. Touch also supports the release of the feel good hormone Oxytocin, pain relieving endorphins and blocks cortisol, the stress hormone that floods our body when we feel in danger (fight or flight)

 

Massage has so many physiological benefits, including ...

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• Massage strengthens baby's muscle fibres

• Improves circulation

• Helps joint mobility and flexibility

• It helps to mature the digestive tract

• It helps to mature the nervous system

• Improves skin condition and expels toxins from baby's body

• Lowers stress hormones

• It supports the release of oxytocin, which helps mums uterus to contract and builds milk supply

• Supports mother baby bonding 

 

Our 5 week course works through different massage routines, giving you at the end of the course a full routine that you can use with your baby at home. Classes suitable from 4 weeks to pre-crawlers.

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Our 5 * Rated baby massage courses are relaxed and fundamentally baby led. With classes caped at 8 mums/babies its a safe and supportive space.

 

What's Included​

• Free baby massage oil and handbook, so that you can continue you baby massage journey at home 

• Unstructured time at the end of the session for refreshments and time to chat with other new parents 

• JBB Goodie bag

• The feeling of calm and empowerment after spending time each week with your baby focusing on relaxation, breath, and tools and techniques to support your baby  

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Cost: £50 for the 5 weeks

*Next course beginning 28th April*FULLY BOOKED 

*Now Booking for our June Course beginning Monday 2nd June*​

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(Booking link below via Bookwhen)

 

Venue: Melton Pavilion, Melton Recreation Ground, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1PF

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