BAbY MASSAGE Course

Connect. Understand. Bond.

WHAT IS baby massage?

This 5-week baby massage course in Nunhead, South London is a relaxed and supportive space for you and your baby to enjoy the incredible benefits of nurturing touch.

Led by Maru, a certified Baby Massage and Aware Parenting Instructor.

Alongside learning massage techniques, you’ll also benefit from Maru’s expertise in Aware Parenting, respectful caregiving, and holistic family living — making this more than a baby massage course. It’s a place to feel supported, heard, and empowered in your parenting journey.

this course is perfect for:

  • Want to build a deep, respectful connection with their baby.

  • Are curious about the benefits of baby massage, skin-to-skin, and nurturing touch.

  • Value understanding their baby’s emotions, sleep, and needs with confidence.

  • Appreciate a supportive, small group environment to share and connect.

  • Live locally in Nunhead, Peckham, Brockley, or across South London, and want a welcoming space for parent-baby bonding.

what will I learn? what’s included?

  • Over the 5 weeks you will:

    • Learn a full-body massage routine for your baby.

    • Discover how nurturing touch supports healthy physical and emotional development.

    • Explore gentle ways to soothe crying, ease colic, and create calmer sleep.

    • Build confidence in responding to your baby’s cues.

    • Enjoy open discussions on parenting challenges with expert guidance and peer support.

The course includes:

  1. A glass bottle of cold-pressed massage oil for your baby.

  2. A comprehensive take-home booklet covering all massage strokes.

  3. Refreshments: cake, fruit, and herbal tea at every session.

  4. A safe, supportive space for discussion and connection with other parents.

  5. Access to Maru’s knowledge of Aware Parenting, Montessori, RIE & Pikler approaches, holistic baby sleep, and low-tox living.

2025 dates:

  • September 8 - October 6

  • October 13 - November 10

  • November 17 - December 15

what makes this course different?

While other baby massage courses focus mostly on learning the storkes, this one goes deeper.

Maru is not only a Certified Infant Massage Instructor but also an Aware Parenting coach specialising in babies and toddlers, with over 6 years’ experience and 4 years running parent-baby circles in South London.

As a mother of two, she combines her personal journey with professional training to create a space where you feel truly supported.

Her approach integrates:

  • Respectful caregiving philosophies (Montessori, RIE, Pikler).

  • Insights into the nervous system, stress, and trauma — helping you respond to your baby with empathy and confidence.

  • A holistic perspective on family well-being, including sleep and low-tox living.

This means you’ll leave with not only massage skills, but also a deeper understanding of your baby’s needs and practical tools to bring more ease and joy into parenting.

The practical things

Location: Mica Yoga Studio, Nunhead (SE15 2AS, near Peckham & Brockley).

The course takes place in a bright, spacious ground-floor studio, with soft natural light and a welcoming, homely atmosphere. The room is temperature-controlled, so it’s always kept at the perfect warmth for babies to be comfortable during massage.

Time: Mondays, 11:00 - 12:15 PM

Duration: 5 weeks (courses run regularly)

Babies from birth to 12 months welcome.
🌿 Small, intimate groups to ensure personal support.

FAQs

  • Yes, the course is suitable for babies from week 1, though it’s most recommended to start from week 3 onwards. You’re welcome to join whenever you feel ready!

  • Absolutely! The course is suitable up to 12 months. While having a more mobile baby has its pros and cons, I’ll teach you how to adapt the massage techniques to suit their age and stage.

  • Each session builds on the techniques learned the previous week, so if you miss one, just email me and I’ll be happy to help you catch up. I can spend a few minutes demonstrating the strokes you missed to ensure you stay on track.

  • Yes, partners and grandparents are welcome to join the sessions. It can be a wonderful bonding experience for both parents and baby, so feel free to bring them along. Just let me know in advance so we can accommodate everyone comfortably.
    Because the focus is on nurturing touch, I recommend only primary caregivers come with baby.

“We loved the baby massage course! Maru was an excellent Instructor and facilitated both connection between me and my baby and also between all of us mums. She shared all the theory and massage strokes in an accessible way and I’m using them at home on a daily basis which is deepening our bond. I really recommend this course. Enjoy!”

— Emily M