Hint: Next 3 weeks series starts: TBA-Sat.
10:45AM @ MoveStudio.  Click here for map.
The birth of your child is a magical and exciting moment for everybody in the family. However, the first days and weeks of the life of your newborn can be a very challenging time, especially for first-time moms. Exhausted, overwhelmed, worried for their babies, some moms feel powerless and frustrated.

The Baby’s First Massage teaches you a simple way to create a relaxing, rewarding, nourishing and bonding time for the whole family.

Baby's 1st Massage series comes in two formats:

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*Wed. at 9:30AM: 6 weeks combination series: Mom's Yoga/Baby's 1st Massage.
* Sat. at 10:45AM: 3 weeks series: Baby's 1st Massage

In the 3 weeks series, you'll learn:

In the first class:
* when and how to massage your newborn in a nurturing, gentle way that will help baby feel safe and loved and encourage growth and healing.
* the benefits of massage for your newborn.
* when not to massage.
* what you need to prepare for the massage.
* to recognize the “time-out” cues.
* to recognize the “talking” cry from the “I need help” cry and how to react to each.
* ways to calm your baby.
* the Baby’s First Massage routine, which is so simple a child can learn it and gentle enough to use safely on any baby (even pre-term babies, once they are medically stable).
* massage techniques to relieve gas and constipation.

In the second class/3rd class:
* review the Baby’s First Massage routine.
*get an opportunity to ask questions and refine your techniques.
 *Learn and practice more infant massage techniques that you can use for years to come…

You'll also receive a booklet with pictures and everything you need to continue learning the massage techniques at home.

This workshop is designed for new moms and their pre-crawling babies. Bring baby bag, diapers, a firm pillow and blanket. Private instruction is also available by arrangement with instructor. Please email MiMi to inquire about future classes or private lessons.