Sheena's Baby Massage

What to bring to Class

 

In the Class you will receive information on the massage routine to ease colic and aid digestion. 

 

You will also be provided with organic cold pressed sesame  oil to massage your baby with but if you prefer to bring your own oil please feel free but please do NOT bring any nut based oil and please avoid scented oils. 

 

You will need to bring with you:

 

• 2 Towels

• Muslin cloth

• Nappy changing bag

• If your child is not being breast fed, a drink for after the massage

• A cushion for you to sit on as all baby massages take place on the floor for your babys comfort.

 

If your baby does not want to be massaged on the day of the course, do not worry as dolls will be available for you to practice the techniques on for you to gain confidence in using the strokes.

 

PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE CERTAIN CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR BABY MASSAGE – PLEASE REFER TO THE LIST BELOW. IF YOU ARE IN ANY DOUBT PLEASE ASK YOUR GP FOR FURTHER ADVICE.

 

Please be aware that there are certain contraindications that mean that it is not appropriate to massage a baby.  If your baby if suffering from any of the following conditions it is not advisable to massage your baby:

• Acute infections

• Fever

• Sickness

• Diarrhoea

• Undiagnosed lumps and bumps

• Contagious illnesses

• Serious skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis)

• Varicose veins

• Recent surgery

• Open sores which may be weeping

• Inflammation

• Less than 72 hours after immunisation

• Jaundice

• Recent haemorrhage

• Meningitis

• Childhood leukaemia

 

Below are conditions that you may wish to ask your GP whether massage is suitable for your baby:

• Congenital heart condition

• Heart murmur

• Congenital dislocation of the hip

• If your baby suffers with a disability

• Epilepsy

• Asthma