Baby Massage Course
In this course, you’ll learn how to give your little one the Shantala baby massage. On this page I’ll explain why other parents choose to massage their babies. And all the benefits for you and your baby. You can book your baby massage course at the bottom of this page.
Giving your newborn a relaxing massage is a special experience. You’ll learn baby massage techniques step by step, at the right pace for your baby. The gentle and loving baby massage has a positive effect on your baby’s well-being. The soft touch on their skin makes your baby feel loved and cared for. The massage helps your baby build a secure bond with you. It has a positive effect on stomach aches, restless sleep, and tension. Enjoy time with your baby in a peaceful, comfortable, and calm environment. These precious moments will make you feel closer to your baby.
The Shantala baby massage technique originates from India. In India, this traditional massage is passed down from mother to daughter. Shantala massage is suitable for babies and children.
Times
The baby massage course takes place on Friday afternoon.
When
You can join the course when your baby is more then 6 weeks of age. Baby massage is suitable until your baby starts crawling (until about 9 months of age).
For Who
The private course (English language) is for one or both parents with their baby.
Practice Book
You will receive a baby massage practice book, written in English. The full massage is explained in steps and supported by clear images. The baby massage practice book is helpful to have when you practice the massage at home.
In the back of the practice book, you will find extra themes with helpful tips for a positive start with your new born. These themes are about; baby’s skin, massage oil for baby’s, attachment, sleeping and naps, crying, belly ache, baby’s leaps in awareness, carrying while supporting the base and polarity massage.
The Space
The space is comfortable and calm. During the course you will sit on soft mattresses with back support. These comfortable chairs close to the floor makes massaging safe and your baby is close to you.
What do you bring
- A hydrophilic cloth or small towel
- A baby bath towel or baby blanket.
- Your diaper bag with the usual baby care products.
- A baby blanket for after class when going outside again.
“I attended Shantala Babymassage course. Both I and my son enjoyed it very much. The facilities are very cozy what makes it very relaxing for the mother and child. Moreover, we got a lot of useful, essential information/guidance during the classes and in written. I was attending the mixed language course as an expat and Elke took special effort to make sure that I could understand everything (including an English translation of the course booklet). I recommend the place and the teacher!”
BOOKING
BOOKING
Baby Massage Private Course
- For one or both parents with baby.
- In English language
- Including Practice Book (in English language)
- Payment with IDEAL
Elke about the Baby Massage Course
It’s a delight to share this with other parents.
The baby massage course is a joyful experience. It’s wonderful to see how parents bond with their babies. The gentle touch of the massage is like the language of the heart. Beautiful moments arise between parent and child. The daily thoughts that normally distract us fade into the background. This creates space for these precious moments, to simply be together and give your child your full attention.
Elke is a certified Shantala Baby Massage teacher since 2017. She has organized many courses, sharing joyful moments with parents and their baby’s. She finds it’s important that parents feel at home during the course. And feel free to give their baby the same attention and care, just as they would do when being at home.
The training Elke has completed is recognized by the Dutch Organisation for Shantala Massage Teachers (VSD).