Active Bears
6 months - 24 months
Active Bears
Active Bears - 6 Months - 24 months
The class starts with songs which will include lots of yoga and movement designed to aid your child's development. Different variations of moves will be offered depending on the age of your child. We have instruments, scarves, lots of singing and dancing.
We then move onto the free play exploration segment which will have a different theme each week. There will be a taste safe tuff tray set up each week as well. The activities put out for your child will help them learn through play and develop skills such as fine motor and coordination.
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The class will finish with a final song and some bubbles and then parents/carers will be offered a drink and a sweet treat. A snack such as a rice cake, biscuit or puff crisp will be on offer for your child should you wish.
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No extra cost for twins/multiples and 50% discount for siblings. Book for one child add on other child's details when booking; I'll then send you a link with remaining payment at 50% off for subsequent children.
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If you have a baby under 6 months with an older sibling they will not be charged
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Kettering - Thursdays @ Pytchley Village Hall 9:30-10:30
Accessible from Findeon, Corby, Rushden, Higham Ferrers, Earls Barton, Northampton, Mawsley, Rothwell, Desborough, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough and Brixworth.
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Rugby - Fridays @ Kilsby Village Hall 10-11
Accessible from Daventry, Lutterworth, Crick and some areas of Coventry.
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What happens in the class?There is a mat for you and your baby to sit on. We start every class with the same welcome song and you are provided with oil to perform massage on your baby. Our class instructor will focus on a different area of the body to massage each week, building up to a full body massage by the end of the course. We also include an introduction to baby yoga in each session where we perform playful developmental yoga to nursery rhymes. Each class ends with bubbles and a hot drink and sweet treat for parents.
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What do I need to bring?Just bring your normal changing bag and a blanket to put on top of the yoga mat for your baby’s comfort.
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What if my baby cries or doesn't like it?We will always encourage you to do whatever makes your baby happy. If you baby doesn’t like laying down we will show you different ways you can massage baby on your lap. It may be that your baby just isn’t in the mood and that’s fine; you can cuddle/feed/rock your baby whilst watching so you can try again at home.
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My baby has colic, can massage help?Massage is a great technique to help relieve or comfort a baby with colic or reflux. Massage naturally relaxes the muscles so your baby will feel more relaxed. Some symptoms can be eased through specific massages on the tummy area and massaging the chest area is good for babies with reflux. The hormone oxytocin is also released by the baby when bonding with their parent during a massage session. Oxytocin is a natural pain relief.
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My baby has hip dysplasia, is the class suitable?In our baby massage classes, parts of the yoga element are not suitable. Our class instructor can adapt the yoga element of the class to suit yours and your babies needs. We would not recommend booking onto our baby yoga class as most of the class is based around this.
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What are the main benefits of baby massage?There are many benefits to baby massage such as promoting sleep, relieving symptoms of colic and reflux, increasing circulation and encouraging muscle development however in my opinion the main benefit is the unique bonding experience you create with your baby. The combination of touch and interaction with our baby is a wonderful experience for you both.
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What areas are your Baby Massage Classes in Warwickshire accessible from?Our Warwickshire classes are held at Kilsby Village Hall, Rugby on Friday's at 1:30pm. This location is accessible from Daventry, Lutterworth, Crick and some areas of Coventry.
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What areas are your Baby Massage Classes in Northamptonshire accessible from?Our Northamptonshire classes are held at The Midwives Circle and Wellness Centre. Kettering on Thursday's at 1:15pm. This location is accessible from Findeon, Corby, Rushden, Higham Ferrers, Earls Barton, Northampton, Mawsley, Rothwell, Desborough, Irthlingborough, Wellingborough and Brixworth.