Baby Massage classes Welwyn Hatfield
A calm, relaxing baby massage and postnatal class for you and baby.
Tinies Baby Massage Cubs is a wonderfully relaxed and sociable first baby class in Welwyn Garden City. Focusing on celebrating baby, offering support, education and friendships.
It is the perfect baby massage and postnatal course rolled into one. From newborn to around 3-4 months.
Does this sound like you?
• You want to find some friends in a laid back, friendly class, who will support your decisions, without judgement.
• You're keen to learn about baby and their development whilst having fun AND getting some useful techniques to use at home
• You're experiencing a whole world of emotions right now. From absolute joy, to fear, worry, doubt, exhaustion – the emotions are a never ending rollercoaster.
By now, you’ve probably heard all the baby "advice" given by well meaning friends, neighbours, strangers...family members...medical professionals...
Yes, there is some advice that is welcomed, and useful. But a lot of the parenting stuff is really best approached with caution – learn to trust your instinct and you can rarely go wrong.
I know this because I’ve been there. And let me tell you, it was talking those questions and concerns through with those who are experiencing the same journey, at the same time, that makes all the difference.
Nobody is on your same path, but there is magic in a group of people coming together to support one another.
You CAN parent your own way. With confidence and knowledge. Feeling in control (at least some of the time!) and with several calming and soothing strategies under your belt.
So you can rock parenting and postnatal recovery, even if the going gets tough.
That's why I am so excited to welcome you to...
Tinies Baby Massage Welwyn Hatfield
Our unique first class for mum and baby. Tinies Baby Massage Cubs is a wonderfully relaxed, sociable first baby class, focusing on celebrating baby, offering support and friendships. It is the perfect baby massage and postnatal course rolled into one.
Developed from 10 years experience teaching postnatal classes and baby massage. The class is designed to give you the best start to your parenting journey.
Each Baby Massage Cubs class includes a dedicated baby massage segment, purposefully kept to a portion of the class to avoid over stimulation. As well as the well known benefits of massage, such as relief from colic, wind, constipation and teething discomfort, our techniques also provide longer term benefits such as secure attachment, reducing emotional distress, improved co-ordination, physical development, body awareness and brain development.
There will be plenty of opportunity to move, play and bond with baby in a gentle, calming class; all whilst helping baby gently integrate themselves with the world.
You will learn a repertoire of calming and soothing techniques, which will become a tool kit for you to use anywhere when needed. Each week there will be time to explore different important topics such as babywearing (Jilly is a qualified babywearing consultant), baby sleep, baby development, feeding discussions, starting solids education and postnatal recovery.
You will also benefit from movement, core engagement, gentle stretches and awareness of posture whilst you focus on your baby. Our gentle movements, with baby, can ease symptoms such as the physical effects of feeding and holding baby, improve tone of the pelvic floor, gently knit back together the abs and bring balance and alignment back in to the spine and body.
Our classes run in Welwyn and Welwyn Garden City – perfect for those in Stevenage, Knebworth, Hatfield, Wheathampstead, Brookmans Park or Potters Bar.
What's covered in our Baby Massage classes?
01
Movement
Baby loves movement, it is calming and soothing - and great for their development. We don't spend a long time with baby lying on the floor as that's not what they generally enjoy. We move them around with some fun games.
We also spend time on your postnatal movement too. Easing out tense muscles and helping you feel more relaxed and refreshed.
02
Baby Massage and Yoga
Every class includes a dedicated baby massage or baby yoga segment, building each week into a full baby massage routine. Our focus in on bonding and positive touch so there is no set routine to follow - just a repertoire of amazing techniques that can be switched depending on yours and baby's mood when you practice at home. Baby massage should be a relaxing, joyful, bonding experience.
03
Infant education and support
Jilly, the class teacher, has many baby development qualifications and will guide you through a different topic each week. From growth spurts, to starting solids, from babywearing to tummy time, from sleep to physical and mental development. There will also be topics on physical and mental postnatal recovery too.
04
Sensory play
Baby Massage is a wonderful sensory experience, but we have many different sensory activities that we do each class. From tracking, to listening, movement to touch. Using all the senses with props such as bubbles, shakers, scarves, parachute fabric, music and cuddles. We sing, rock, move listen to the babies.
05
Social time and postnatal support
Every class has a chance to check in with everyone, to see how everyone's week has gone and answer questions. It's a great class to get support from everyone around you. We chat the beginning, in the middle and always have time for a biscuit or two! Make friendships, going out for lunch after and chatting in the WhatsApp group as an important part of the class experience.
Client Feedback
I have made some fab friends. We have a WhatsApp group where we share all the great, gross, up and downs of parenting. As well as just being friends who are there for each other when we need it. It’s been an awesome place for us all to make new and lifelong friendships. Without Jilly, I don’t think that would of happened."
.
Stacey - Baby Massage and Baby Yoga, Welwyn Hatfield
Jilly has a talent for creating a really welcoming, friendly and safe space which is great for mums and babies alike. The classes are informative and fun, yet relaxed, and centrered around the babies, so it’s fine if one is crying, another is asleep and one is having a nappy change! There is plenty of opportunity to talk with other mums during the class too. Jilly is amazing at what she does and has such a nurturing and natural manner with the babies. I would definitely recommend!"
.
Nicola - Baby Massage and Baby Yoga Welwyn Hatfield
I’ve just completed my first term of Tinies and have loved the chance to learn some baby massage and meet other local mums. Jilly is a great teacher and the classes have a lovely relaxed feel – I would definitely recommend and I’ll be returning for more classes."
Monika - Baby Massage and Baby Yoga Welwyn Hatfield
Why Choose CubCare for your Baby Massage classes?
I’m Jilly, founder of CubCare. I know the power of good postnatal support, and I have created Tinies Baby Massage to incorporate the best there is to offer in Welwyn Hatfield.
I came into this business after not finding a support network locally when I had my first baby. I had to travel to another town to find a class that was open and supportive in the early days. Where everybody was an equal and not already in an established group of friends.
I discovered how amazing it is to combine postnatal support and baby classes together. To fulfil the needs of parents and babies in one magical class. In the early days, all baby needs is you - so if you're not supported then it can be hard to support baby in the way they need.
What I learned is that when we focus on providing unconditional support for our clients, those clients provide that support to each other; and this cycle continues. And changes lives. I dress the classes up as a baby massage class, but honestly, they are something incredibly special. And that is down to you, the clients.
Important CubCare Baby Massage Cubs Information
Each 1.5 hour session will include baby massage and gentle stretching routines, some gentle postnatal movement, calming techniques and relaxation. The class is for baby and mum/birthing parent only (unless pre-arranged with Jilly) to create the supportive environment.
The class is 12.15-1.45 on a Friday at Howlands Baptist Church, Welwyn Garden City.
Term dates:
June Term – runs Friday 7th June – Friday 12th July (no class 21st June)
Summer Special Baby Class! – August Term – runs Friday August 9th – Friday August 30th
September Term – runs Friday September 13th – Friday October 18th
If there is space in the class you are welcome to book a trial class if required.
From each class you can expect:
* Full baby massage and yoga routines – taking you through a different part of the body each week
* Baby massage to help calm, soothe, boost immune function, improve circulation, soothe colic and/or digestive problems
and help baby to relax for improved sleep
* Gentle, age appropriate sensory play
* Yoga based movement for mum – to stretch out aches, ease tense muscles and aid your recovery
* Infant education and support – techniques to support your baby in their next physical and mental milestones
* Calming and soothing methods – tried and tested techniques that can work!
* Meet other new mums at the same stage – build that vital support network
* A drink and a snack/biscuit for you – time to take care of yourself!
Baby Massage Classes in Welwyn Hatfield take place at Howlands Baptist Church, The Commons, Welwyn Garden City. Baby Massage classes are perfect for for those in Welwyn Garden City, Welwyn, Hatfield, Potters Bar, Stevenage, St Albans, Wheathampstead, and Knebworth.
FAQs
When can I attend/How old does baby need to be?
Babies can attend from when you are feeling ready. Typically babies are 4-6 weeks old. The class is suitable until they are confidently rolling. Our bigger class will then be suitable from this point. You are welcome to continue to attend longer than 6 weeks too, as the class offers so much in terms of support and knowledge.
Can I bring twins/multiples?
Yes absolutely! Twins and multiples are always welcome and there is no extra cost. If you wish to bring another adult then please let the teacher know when booking, as some classes have limited space. Otherwise the teacher can adapt activities, or work with you if desired.
My baby needs to be held/rocked all the time - is this class suitable?
Absolutely! We completely understand that lots of babies need to be held or rocked a lot of the time. A lot of our class is “in arms”, with plenty of movement games and songs for this very reason. All our massage can be done in arms if baby is in the mood, but we also provide video massage so that you can do it in the comfort of your own home at a time that suits you.
Getting access to a support network is a really amazing benefit of the class, and that can be done even if you need to move around the room constantly – everybody gets it!
What happens if we need to miss a class?
We totally understand that things happen and you may need to miss a class. If we know about it at the time of booking they we may be able to offer a credit towards the next term of class.
If it is a last minute thing then we may be able to offer a space in a different class subject to space.
It is likely though, that spaces will be full, and in that event then unfortunately there is no way to make up the missed class. You will have access to the WhatsApp group and still benefit from all of the online and in person support.
What do I need to wear/bring?
For You
Comfy clothing that you would wear to be active in. For example leggings and a t-shirt/vest. Jeans can be a little restrictive.
Something comfortable for baby to lie on (a blanket or a yoga mat)
You’ll need some organic cold pressed coconut oil, grape seed oil (food grade) or organic cold pressed sunflower oil. If you don’t have these – don’t worry you can do the massage over baby’s clothes
A bottle of water
For Baby
Comfy clothing that they can move around in – ideally a separate top and bottoms to allow for easy access for massage
Feeding/Changing supplies
I had a c-section, do I need to wait longer to start?
It all depends how you are recovering, and this is the case for everyone. If you are feeling well then you are more than welcome to join us as soon as you are ready. Make a note of your delivery circumstances in the booking form and Jilly will ensure that if there is anything you need to be careful of, you’ll be given warning. All of our postnatal movement is extremely gentle and designed to start knitting your core back together and connecting you with your pelvic floor again. There is some elements of moving around with baby, but nothing more strenuous that you will already be doing on a day-to-day basis.
Can I bring my partner?
If you can avoid bringing anybody for the first week, and then check with the teacher, and then if ok, check with the class ahead of time. We need to be mindful that there will be some people attending who haven’t fed in public before and may feel self-conscious.The class is primarily for one consistent caregiver (usually mum) and baby, so any extra visitors need to be carefully managed.
Is this course good for making local "mummy" friends?
Absolutely! It is the most socialable and friendly class you will go to.The course is a very laid back and friendly place to be, with plenty of time for discussions, getting to know others and forming connections. Connecting others is a large part of the course and each group will have a Whatsapp group set up, and Jilly will recommend places for lunch or a coffee after the class. You will also get an exclusive booking opportunity to book in for further terms of baby classes to extend your social group even further.
Download our Freebies
0-1 Baby Play Ideas
Our 0-1 year baby play ideas are a great download resource for days when you can't think what to do with your little one. 50 simple play ideas in a printable download.
Teething tips and tricks
Teething can be a tricky time, and it can also last a long time! Our tips and tricks download will help you tackle teething with our favourite tips, always shared in our baby classes.
Toddler Play Ideas
Toddlers have short attention spans and are built to find out about their world through play. So I've put together 100 simple play prompts for you to get playful with your toddler.
FREE DOWNLOAD
Headline that hooks people in, gets them excited and makes them want to sign up.
© Copyright 2024 CubCare The Parenting Hub - Privacy Policy - Terms & Conditions