Although baby massage is relatively new to this country, for cultures such as those in India, massage is an important part of a baby's daily routine and the family's way of life. More than a pleasurable experience for the participants, evidence shows that loving, touching, nurturing contact between parents and babies has a positive impact on subsequent development.

Benefits for babies can include:

• Develops their first language, which is mainly touch
• Enhances their feeling of being loved, respected and secure
• Helps to strengthen and regulate their digestive, respiratory and circulatory systems
• Relieves symptoms of colic, gas and constipation
• Calmed nervous system leads to more restful sleep
• Teaches babies how to be aware of their body's tension and how to release it, an invaluable gift as they grow into adulthood.

Benefits that parents identify:

• Develops confidence when handling their baby
• Enhances loving communication, helping parents to understand and respond to their baby's non-verbal language
• Provides 'permission' to relax together with their baby
• Increases awareness of baby's growth and development

Please ring to register your interest in baby massage.

 Due to the amount of names on the waiting list, it is very important you respond as soon as possible after you recieve any messages about baby massage. We will presume you no longer require the course should you not reply by the deadlines given!