Parent and Baby Classes
With a selection of classes available suitable from birth to pre-moving there should be something for everyone. If you can't find what you're looking for please get in touch as we offer bespoke options to suit your needs.
Complete Baby Massage & Wellness
This new and improved seven week course will give you a complete introduction to Baby Massage; teaching you all the strokes and techniques to massage your baby, PLUS our Happy Tummy and Teething Tactics workshops (valued at £15 each) AND a years access to our online tutorial videos (valued at £30).
The classes are a perfect way to share a special time with your baby; meet other new parents, and relax whist learning the art of baby massage and its many benefits including;
Relief of colic, Induce restful sleep, Promote healthy brain development, Boost immune system, Relieve teething pains, Promote healthy bonding with baby, Relieve constipation, Alleviate trapped wind, Aid digestive system development.
You will also learn some settling techniques, soothing holds, which oils are best and why and have an opportunity to discuss all areas of parenthood.
The course will include;
🔸️ Your own 100ml bottle of Star Child baby massage oil
🔸️ Electronic handouts for the full body massage routine, extended colic routine, teething support and more
🔸️ A goodie bag from us
🔸️ Complimentary hot drink and refreshments each week
🔸️ Certificate of course completion
🔸️ Photo opportunity to mark learning a full body Baby Massage routine
🔸️ Priority booking for any seasonal specials and workshops
🔸️ Materials to create a silicone bead teething necklace
🔸️ 1 year access to our online tutorial videos (valued at £30)
Suitable from 6 weeks to pre-moving.
Bath Babies - Available on request
Bath Babies is a new concept, which combines baby swimming and nurturing touch and we are excited to be bringing this class to Little Diamonds. This unique class provides parents/caregivers more support and less rush to the big pool for your baby. The focus of the class is on wellbeing, nurture and connection.
Julie is not only a baby massage and yoga instructor, but a baby swimming teacher too, so this class will provide you access to her expertise of both areas.
During the class your baby has their own little warm bath, for sensory discoveries and for you to connect together and feel the calm. After the bath you will have an opportunity for loving touch, including guidance through some baby massage and tips to make the transition out of the bath a calm one.
Babies love 𝘽𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝘽𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙚𝙨; it is so much better to bring your baby to an early water class where they have their own individual water time. Each week carries a theme, so you build on your knowledge from the previous week, tuning in and learning all about what your baby enjoys in the water.
The 5-week course will contain elements such as:
💧 Warm welcome mindful routine
💧 Beautiful bath time session
💧 How to handle your baby in the water
💧 Sensory development
💧 Communication and cues
💧 Calming relaxation with nurturing touch
💧 Routines and rituals
💧 Early water holds and moves for you baby
💧 Time to chat to other parents to feel supportive and not rushed
💧 A wellbeing group, with water
Suitable from 6 weeks to approx 5 months.
Baby Massage & Movement
If you've completed baby massage or you think your baby is too active/inquisitive for it then this is the class for you. Working as a rolling weekly class, each session is different and you are welcome to attend until your baby starts crawling/actively moving.
This class includes dry massage (over clothes) and builds upon the basic head to toe massage routine by adding new strokes and techniques through song, story massage and body awareness. We then explore a range of sensory moment introducing elements of baby yoga, movement, and sensory stimulation through swings, dips, rotation and inverts; all of which support your baby's physical, social and psychological development.
Each term will include a story massage week where we learn to massage along to a popular children's book, and a themed week which will include themed massage and movement as well as a craft/decorative activity for you to take home.
The parents are just as important as the babies in this class, starting each week with a check-in and stretch, some very gentle core strengthening and a focus on relaxation techniques to complete the class.
You will also have the opportunity to discuss topics around parenting in our judgement free environment, while enjoying a warm cuppa and treat.
The classes are a perfect way to share a special time with your baby, meet other new parents, and relax whist developing your baby massage and yoga skills and it's many benefits.
Suitable from 12 weeks to pre-crawling.
Daddy & Me
This weekend class has been created just for Dads. The aim is to help you build a strong loving bond with your new baby, and to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can meet other new dads at a similar stage of parenthood.
The focus of these classes will be baby massage and yoga, to help you connect with and understand your baby better.
You'll learn the benefits of massage; including the importance of skin to skin, massage strokes to help soothe and settle your baby, and a simple routine to help with digestive troubles.
Then we will explore some fun baby yoga based movements to aid your baby's development, both physically and psychologically.
Just like our other classes there will be refreshments provided and an opportunity to chat with other parents about the highs and lows of parenthood.
Suitable for babies from 6 weeks to pre-crawling, whether or not they have been to any of our classes before.
Teething Tactics Workshop
Is your baby showing signs of teething? Sore gums; lots of dribble; non stop chewing and rosy cheeks? If so, then our teething workshop is for you and your baby.
During this workshop we will discuss the signs and symptoms of teething and how you can help them through the process. There will be an opportunity to explore popular teething products found on the market and make your own silicone bead teething necklace. You will learn the importance of early oral hygiene then finish up with a facial massage routine to help soothe sore gums.
Suitable for babies from birth. Your baby does not need to have any teeth to be able to join!
Happy Tummy Workshop
This hour long workshop has been developed for babies who are having difficulties with digestive discomforts. Whether your baby has colic symptoms, constipation, regularly gets trapped wind or you just want to help your baby develop a healthy digestive system, this workshop is perfect for you.
The workshop will teach parents a colic routine including baby massage and yoga, we will explain and show settling holds to reduce their baby's discomfort and support positive digestion.
We'll also discuss alternative burping techniques and other things you can do to help reduce the symptoms of colic and tummy problems.
You'll receive handouts to take home with everything you learn to refer back to and be invited to join our private Facebook group where you can receive ongoing support.
Suitable from birth to pre-crawling.
Private Bookings - Groups and 1-2-1 Available
All of our classes are available for private bookings, and if you can't find what you're looking for then we will create it for you!!
Whether you have a group of parents that you'd like to book with, an NCT group for example or wether you would prefer a bit of one-to-one support we're here to help you. Private bookings can be held at our venue in Street, or we can travel to you within a 10 mile radius of BA16 postcode.