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Pregnancy Yoga - Belly Flex...Childbirth Education....Labor/Birth Support...Mother Baby Yoga...Infant Massage...Breastfeeding Support

 

New!  Belly Flex - yoga based childbirth preparation...more than just pregnancy yoga!

 

Margaret River...Busselton...South Western Australia

 

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Baby Massage

 

Why Baby Massage?

The Baby Massage Course

The Baby Massage and Mother Baby Yoga Combination Course

Session Times

Private Consultations

Mothers Groups

 

 

Why Baby Massage?

Did you know?…Babies whose needs are met immediately when they cry, cry less than babies who are left to cry it out.

 

Learn to respond to your baby intuitively and not watch the clock.

Develop an awareness of your baby as a unique individual and in doing so have a greater understanding of your babies sleep and settling cues promoting improved sleep and settling patterns.

 

Benefits of baby massage include

bulletEnhanced bonding between baby and caregiver
bulletFacilitates development and maturation of the nervous system
bulletHelps to relieve symptoms of reflux, colic, painful wind and teething
bulletRelaxes your baby
bulletReduces symptoms and severity of postnatal depression
bulletPromotes sleep and improves settling patterns
bulletEncourages parents to be aware of their baby as unique individual
bulletIncreases circulation and strengthens the immune system
bulletImproves sensory awareness
bulletHelps improve muscle tone and strength

 

 

The Baby Massage Course

The baby massage course is offered over 4 weeks and each session lasts a minimum of 45 minutes.

Each week we will work through a series of different massage techniques.

As a guide:

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Week 1: legs and buttocks

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Week 2: stomach and chest

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Week 3: arms, face and back

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Week 4: bringing it all together with whole body massage

Each week we will also discuss a variety of subjects, including;

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Theory of infant massage

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Massage for the growing child

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Benefits

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How long to massage and when to massage

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Massage for wind, colic, constipation

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Massage for infants with special needs, including pre term infants

 

Cost $120

4 week course

(Busselton and Margaret River)

Includes baby massage oil

Group class 0-12mnths (max of 8 mothers/babies)

Please bring a blanket for your baby to sit or lie on

 

 

Baby Massage and Mother Baby Yoga Combination course

(Busselton)

Cost $180

4 weeks of baby massage followed by 4 weeks of mother baby yoga

Includes baby massage oil

Group class 0-12mnths (max of 8 mothers/babies)

Please bring a blanket for your baby to sit or lie on

* Please note that you are able to attend the Baby Massage 4 week course if this is your preference

 

 

 

Session Times

All booking enquiries to Natalie 0417186673 or info@bellyflower.com.au

 

Margaret River, Busselton

 

Baby Massage

Please enquire about private in-home consultations or mothers groups sessions.

 

Dads are very welcome to attend one or all of the Baby Massage sessions at no additional cost!

 

 

 

 

Private Consultations

One hour introductory session in your own home

(Margaret River)

Cost $75

Includes baby massage oil

A private 60 minute consultation designed to suit your and your baby's individual needs

Available Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment

Working through

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Introduction of infant massage concepts

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Infant massage sequence (including; legs, abdomen, chest and back)

 

The baby massage course in your own home

(Margaret River, Busselton and surrounding areas)

Cost $200

Available Tuesdays by appointment and subject to availability

Includes baby massage oil

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2, 90 minute sessions

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Follow up phone and email support

 

 

Mothers Groups

(Margaret River, Busselton and surrounding areas)

A 60 minute group consult

Special introductory sessions for Mothers groups can be arranged with belly flower

Minimum group numbers apply

Please contact Natalie on 041 718 6673 for further details

 

 

 

What did you like best about the course? "Learning the techniques in such a loving environment."

Sally (Baby Massage) May 2010

 

"Just wanted to thank you so much for the massage course, we have been
doing it everyday and Bonnie just seems more content and sleeping awesome."

Janelle (Baby Massage) February 2010

 

"I really enjoyed connecting with my baby.  Thanks Nat! I really enjoyed it"

Nicky (Baby Massage) Oct/Nov 2008

 

"I feel more in tune with my baby's signs, and gives a great reason for quality interaction"

 (Baby Massage) Aug/Sept 2008

 

What did you like best about the course? "The interaction with my baby and how the massage can really help with her development"

 Amy (Baby Massage) Aug 2008

 

"Encouraged time out of daily duties to spend time bonding with my baby with massage, and has given me the confidence to massage properly.  Lots of open discussion and ability to ask questions was great.  Thank you"

 Alison (Baby Massage) Aug 2008

 

"Cooper loves his massage.  We both thoroughly enjoyed seeing your too and we walk away feeling relaxed and happy.  Thank you"

 Kristy (Baby Massage) Feb/Mar 2008

 

"I feel more confident regarding massage and its affects on my baby.  He has really responded well and seems to be very relaxed with the experience.  Thank you for your gorgeous, nurturing approach Nat"

Kerryn & baby Evan (Baby Massage) July/August 2007

 

“We have so much fun now and more confident with our baby” (from learning baby massage)

 (Baby Massage) August 2007

 

“The sessions really helped me bond with my baby (better than before), and now really enjoy our special time”

 (Baby Massage) August 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please note:

A deposit of $20 must be received to confirm your booking, with the remainder of the course fee to be paid at the first class of the course. 

Full payment can also be made prior to the course (Direct banking deposit available, sorry no credit card facilities)

Receipts issued only on request.

Cancellation made up to 14 days prior to the course commencing will receive a full deposit refund. 

Cancellation less than 14 days notice will result in the loss of deposit.

Course costs are non refundable, however, costs can be transferred to belly flower products or classes of equal or lesser value.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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