Baby Massage
Discover the secrets of Massage for Children
Baby Massage is more than just relaxation, it is a wonderful opportunity to connect and bond with your baby. You can massage your new born baby from 4 weeks untill 9-10months (start rolling and crawling).
Learn how to soothe your baby, learn to understand your baby’s non-verbal language, and it will be enjoyable for both of you.
As a Qualified IMIS Infant Massage Instructor I will teach you everything you need to know about the massage techniques by performing this on a life size doll, while you follow the steps on your baby. The classes are relaxed and paced to allow for nappy changing, feeding or settling your baby.
Benefits of Infant Massage:
- Reduces crying time – research shows babies who are massaged cry less.
- Improves sleep and regulates sleep patterns – increases the hormone serotonin and regulate melatonin which helps regulate sleep patterns
- Ideal for pre-term infants – preterm babies receiving touch therapy and massage gain weight and are discharged earlier from hospital
- Enhances emotions and improves mood – increases dopamine levels which play a role in regulating anger, aggression, mood and appetite
- Improves wind, colic, reflux and constipation – stimulates elimination of waste from the body and abdominal wind
- Relieves sinus and chest congestion - promotes drainage of the sinuses and excess mucus on the chest
- Boosts immune system -research shows massage can positively influence psychological processes and immune function
- Reduces stress hormone levels in children and their parents - massage measurably decreases cortisol (stress hormone) levels in both children and their parents
- Early diagnosis of potential health issues - parents who massage their infant each day are more likely to notice changes in their child’s physical condition
- Eczema- a UK study showed significant improvement in eczema symptoms through massage.
- Enhances coordination - Studies have shown infant massage improves left/right brain communication
By learning the baby massage techniques, it can help you in your new role as a caregiver and establish a parent-child relationship and connect with your baby. Baby massage is simple, easy to learn and effective!
This can be in small group sessions or private one on one sessions either at Vondelkade Heemstede or in the comfort of your own home.
Introduction Lesson - €59.50
In this 1-hour private introduction session, you will learn the basic techniques of baby massage while gently massaging your own baby.
- 1-hour private lesson
- Tips for relieving colic, restlessness and improving sleep
- Baby massage oil to take home
- Hand-out with the massage techniques
This introduction lesson can be booked online.Yes! I Book Now
Group classes - €109
Join our small group course, meet other parents, and learn everything you need to confidently massage your baby. During the course you'll discover the best oils to use, how to start a massage, a variety of massage techniques, the benefits of baby massage, understanding your baby's body language, daily routines, bonding through touch, relaxation techniques, and massage for older babies and children.
- 4 sessions of 1 hour
- Small group – maximum of 4 parents
- Hand-out with the massage techniques and a comprehensive digital guide after the course
- Baby massage oil included
Please check the Agenda for the next available course.
Private course - €179
A wonderful alternative for parents or for a parent and grandparent who would like to learn baby massage in a private setting, either in the comfort of their own home or at the practice.
- 2 private sessions of 90 minutes
- At your home or in the practice
- Tailored to your baby's individual needs
- Extra time for personal questions
- Baby massage oil and a comprehensive hand-out included
- Follow-up support by phone or email
The private baby massage course consists of two personalised 90-minute sessions and is fully tailored to you and your baby. For this reason, this course cannot be booked online.
If you're interested, please feel free to get in touch. Together we'll discuss your wishes and arrange two suitable appointments. I'll also be happy to answer any questions you may have.
