Personal Statement
The Baby Lady runs a number of local courses covering various aspects
of pregnancy, childbirth and parenting. The courses are aimed at mothers
and fathers to-be, and parents, either single-sex or for couples. Please
find the course, location and dates that are convenient for you . . . or
let us know if you have any other specific needs, The Baby Lady will always try to
accommodate!
Antenatal Classes •
Baby Massage and Parenting Course
Yoga-Chi, Breathing and Relaxation
Course
Course summary
This
course consists of five sessions of approximately 2 hours duration, taught
within the ante-natal period and 1 following delivery. Designed to support,
empower and prepare couples for their labour, delivery and the transition
to parenting.
Over 20 years experience of delivering courses and listening to couples
and parents needs and expectations has given The Baby Lady a solid foundation
to deliver these fun and practical sessions. The group size is capped
to ensure comfortable group dynamics. Every course is individually tailored
to suit the needs of the group, thus the content does vary - however the
following topics are generally included
• Recognising Braxton Hicks contractions
• Recognising the onset of labour
• Awareness of who to contact and when
• Physiological process of labour and birth.
• Breathing, relaxation and positions to optimise the outcome of
labour
• Examine the role of the birth partner and simple massage techniques.
• Pain relief
• Normal Delivery the second and third stages of labour
• Caesareans, Forceps & Ventouse
• Skin 2 Skin Care
• Immediate care of the newborn
• Early days with your new baby
• Baby feeding
• Practical baby care (including bathing and nappy changing)
• Crying & sleep issues
• Physical and emotional postnatal recovery
• Changing relationships
We aim to provide a safe venue for attendees to explore feelings of this major life event, to facilitate informed choice and to offer networking and group support.
This course is also provided over two Saturdays or a weekend, for those couples who prefer a more concentrated course, due to personal or professional commitments. One to one courses are also available, held in your own home at a time and date that suits you.
Where and when?
The Baby Lady runs courses at venues in Stowmarket, Ipswich town centre and Playford
(between Woodbridge and Kesgrave/Rushmere).
Course dates and venue details on request
Cost and booking
To confirm your course place please complete and return the booking form
Baby Massage and Parenting Course
Course Summary
This
is a five week course of approximately 2 hours duration per session.
This fabulous unique course is a life-saver combining
two approaches; The International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM)
and The Parents in Partnership – Parent Infant Network (PIPPIN),
facilitated by The Baby Lady with a wealth of experience.
The formation of a supportive group enables the group
members to develop a positive approach to parenting,
building confidence and self-esteem.
The group size is capped to ensure comfortable group dynamics and networking.
Research findings* from 598 babies under 1-year found lower levels of
the stress hormone cortisol in massaged babies, with reduced crying and
improved sleep patterns, than those that had not been massaged. All babies
included in the research were taught by Health Professionals, Midwives
or Health Visitors.
*see Daily
Mail article
Baby massage reduces colic, and crying and post-natal depression, and
can improve parent-baby relationships and sleep patterns.
The course is designed for one parent and baby to attend, however a second
parent can attend at a 50% reduced course fee.
Where and when?
Course dates and venue details
on request
Cost and booking
To confirm your course place please complete and return the booking form
Yoga-Chi, Breathing and Relaxation
Course Summary
This
course has been tried and tested for more than 8 years
with fantastic results for hundreds of women. Yoga-Chi
is so relaxing, with huge benefits for labour, birthing
and parenting.
One of the first of its kind in the country when launched at Ipswich Hospital,
the exercises are based on yoga, pilates and chi-kung
with a strong emphasis on Breathing and Relaxation.
Jillian has undertaken a Birthlight Diploma in Perinatal Yoga. Birthlight
provides excellent courses on yoga for pregnancy, birth and post-natal
recovery. These are subtly different to general yoga classes; postures
are not held, the movement is like dancing, gentle, flowing
posture and breath. Don’t just take our word for it read the testimonials
or better still give it a try!
The course is booked in blocks of 6 weeks. Book early to avoid disappointment.
No previous experience necessary.
Where and when?
Course dates and venue details
on request
Cost and booking
To confirm your course place please complete and return the booking form