Frequently Asked Questions
When can I join Baby Massage?
You can join a baby massage class from 6 weeks old if everything is fine with mum and baby. I do sometimes allow babies from 5 weeks old but massage must be done over the clothes. Baby massage has proven and well-established benefits for parents and babies. Baby massage and yoga offers the opportunity for you to further communicate love, security, comfort and support to your baby. It allows you to gain a greater understanding of your baby's subtle, non-verbal language and develop your ability to listen to and observe your baby. Joining a group session also helps to bring new parents together to share ideas and experiences, make connections and build their wider support network during this life-changing time.
When can I join Baby Yoga?
You can join a baby yoga class from 10 weeks old if everything is fine with mum and baby. I usually offer my courses as 8 week courses as yoga is the perfect follow on from massage. Baby yoga is based on the same principles as adult yoga; breathing, stretching and relaxation. Baby yoga classes help babies to stretch and move and discover their own bodies and abilities. For parents, practicing gentle yoga stretches during the class too can also help their body relax and recover after birth. On top of this, it's also a wonderful way to bond with your little one and have fun together by sharing songs and singing lullabies. These beautiful classes offer a combination of movement and relaxation and often include some key baby massage moves which is why yoga can be a great follow-on class after your baby has outgrown the massage classes.
When can I join a Hypnobirthing course?
It is recommended to join a course between 24-32 weeks. I do also offer an intensive course for mums who may have found my courses later on in pregnancy and don't have time to commit to a full 10 hour course with me.
What is Hypnobirthing?
Hypnobirthing is designed to empower you as expectant parents to have positive birth experiences. I will provide you with the knowledge and tools to help you have the best possible birth for you. Hypnobirthing can enable you to become confident, calm and feel more in control as you approach birth and through the birth process. It can help to alleviate any fears or anxieties you might have around birth with an increased understanding of the physiology of the body and pregnancy. Along with increased confidence in the birthing process, Hypnobirthing may: - Shorten labour - Lessen the need for interventions - Help you to naturally manage pain - Give an increased feeling of control - Help birthing parents who have experienced trauma.
How much are your courses?
Baby Massage and Yoga are £40 for a 4 week course or £65 for a combined 8 week course of Massage and Yoga.
Pregnancy Relaxation Courses are £50 for a 4 week course.
Hypnobirthing is £375 for a one to one course or £275 for a group course.
I'm not local can I attend your courses?
Baby Massage and Yoga are in person classes - but I am able to offer one to one baby massage sessions online.
Hypnobirthing courses can be delivered in person or online. If you're not local to Doncaster then you can definitely still work with me from the comfort of your own home.
Do you offer a payment plan?
Yes. On Hypnobirthing one to ones and group courses, payment plans are an option. We can discuss this upon booking a course with me.