Published: Tuesday 04 January 2022
This question was asked at one of our live Q&A session for To Baby and Beyond students past and present. Other questions that were asked are listed below.
Generally it is fine for all babies to be massaged from birth but they often cope better in a class situation from around 5-6 weeks. However, any baby taking part in a baby yoga class must have had their 6-8 weeks check, even if that has been delayed for any reason. It is important, therefore, for parents to have signed any declaration to this end, so that instructors are covered for insurance purposes.
Other questions asked at the Q&A session included:
- How are classes going for everyone in this time of Covid, including running classes by Zoom etc?
- Do people provide handouts for parents in baby massage classes?
- Why is it not appropriate to massage baby after they’ve been immunised?
- What length of baby massage course do parents [and instructors] find to be the most appealing and effective? Do pay as you go classes work for people?
- Is there any training available for those wishing to teach baby massage with twins or other multiples? - Do people run classes specifically for dads and are they popular?
Check out the links above for the answers. If you’re a past or current student of To Baby and Beyond look out for next month’s live Q&A session!
If you'd like to learn to teach baby massage, we offer face-to-face courses and an online distance learning option. Check out the full details here.