New class in Bondi 13 Oct

Blissful Bambini will be holding a special one hour introductory baby massage class at Jurlique Bondi Beach on Thursday the 13th of October, 10.30-11.30am, for babies 6 weeks to crawling.

Tea, organic massage oil and take home notes will be provided. Cost is $30 per mum and bub.

Our classes are very small so please call Alicia on 0458 682 518 or email alicia@blissfulbambini.com to secure your place.

Jurlique Bondi Beach 1-36 Campbell Parade. Parking available in Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd.

http://www.jurlique.com.au/stry/au_nsw_456/

Next Class-Thurs 10 March

Blissful Bambini will be holding a special one hour introductory baby

massage class at Jurlique Bondi Beach on Thursday the 10th of March, 11-12 midday.

Tea, organic massage oil and take home notes will be provided.

Our classes are very small so please call Alicia to book your place - 0458 682 518.

Where: Jurlique Bondi Beach 1-36 Campbell Parade (see map below)

Cost: $30 per mum and bub.

Parking: available in Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd

http://www.jurlique.com.au/stry/au_nsw_456/

Upcoming classes include:

Thursday 10th March, 11-12pm - Jurlique Bondi Beach

Tuesday 22nd March, 11-12pm - LifePod Paddington

Tuesday 5th April, 11-12pm - LifePod Paddington

Next Class - Thursday 24 FEB, Bondi

Blissful Bambini will be holding a special one hour introductory baby massage class at Jurlique Bondi Beach on Thursday the 24th of February, 11-12 midday.

Tea, organic massage oil and take home notes will be provided. Cost is $30 per mum and bub.

Our classes are very small so please call Alicia to book your place - 0458 682 518.

Jurlique Bondi Beach

1-36 Campbell Parade

Parking available in Sir Thomas Mitchell Rd

http://www.jurlique.com.au/stry/au_nsw_456/

Our 1st B'day Promotion

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our wonderful mums, dads and bubs who have made our first year such a success. With over 120 classes taught in the past year, Blissful Bambini is no longer in its infancy.

To celebrate this important milestone we are offering a special promotion. Arrange a class of four or more (plus you) and get your class for free. Valid for all group classes booked by 30 April 2010.

Yours in baby bliss,

Alicia xxx

4 week course at LifePod, Paddington, 2nd March 2010

Blissful Bambini is delighted to announce we will be holding baby massage classes at The LifePod, 69 Paddington St, Paddington, Sydney. There are limited places available so call Alicia today on 0458 682 518 to book.

The LifePod is a wonderfully small, boutique holistic studio in the heart of the eastern suburbs. Classes start on Tuesday, the 2nd of March, and will run for four weeks. The course costs $120 for four, one hour lessons. All equipment will be supplied including organic cold-pressed jojoba oil.

After attending our courses, parents will have the confidence to massage their babies using a sequence which has been carefully designed to relax and soothe. We also discuss which oils to use, bonding, timing, duration, body language and massage for the older child or for parents who have toddlers or older children at home.

Private lessons are also available.

Mums the word: testimonial

"Thank you so much for yesterday, I thoroughly enjoyed it and the feedback from the other mothers has been great, Kate reported that Olivia slept brilliantly and my Alex has been a very happy baby.

You are an excellent instructor and I will be sure to recommend you to all the other mothers I know. I also wanted to say a big thank you for your generosity both with your time and products."

Alex's mum (6 months).

Tips on getting started

Always "Ask" permission from your baby before giving a massage. Do this by asking whether they would like a massage in a neutral tone and rubbing your hands together and holding them flat in front of your baby's face. Observe the body language.

Timing is everything. Choose a time that suits both you and your baby. It is important that your baby is happy to lie on the floor and receive a massage. For babies under five months it is recommended that bath time and massage time be separated by a nap or a night time sleep so as not to overstimulate.

Make sure you are relaxed and that you won't be distracted. Turn the TV off and put the phone on silent. For safety it is always best to massage your baby on the floor, as their skin can become slippery. Make sure you are comfortable by sitting on a cushion or leaning against a sofa.

Set the scene. Make sure there are no lights shinning directing in your baby's eyes, the room temperature is comfortable and that you have everything you need including towels, oils, music and clothing. Try and keep your hand on your baby at all times to maintain contact and ensure they feel secure.

Remove any jewellery that could scratch your baby.

Choose the right oil. Organic, pure cold pressed, vegetable, nut, seed or fruit oils are recommended for baby massage. These oil are easily absorbed into the skin and are not harmful if ingested.

Observe your baby's body language throughout the massage and stop when they have had enough, even if you haven't finished the sequence.

When massaging use long firm strokes. Light feathery touch can irritate or tickle your baby.

Never massage a crying baby. The only exception is if you are using specific strokes to relieve wind, colic or constipation.

Start the sequence by massaging your baby's legs. After the legs, move to the feet, buttocks, tummy, chest, arms, hands, face, ears, head and back. When massaging your baby's tummy massage in a clockwise direction (if they are lying in front of you) and only massage the lower half of their tummy. Avoid tummy massage if your baby has recently been fed or has the hiccups.

Maintain eye contact throughout the massage and speak in a soft soothing voice. Use the massage to observe your baby's body language, what they like, what they dislike.

Many parents use massage time as a learning experience: labelling parts of the body, singing songs and counting aloud.

Enjoy. Massage should be enjoyable for the giver as well as the baby.

For more information contact Alicia on 0458 682 518 or e-mail.