Workshops

We run a range of Workshops that include, Baby Massage, Pregnancy Massage and Reflexology for Couples, do view further information below.

Baby Massage       

The skin is the largest sensory organ of the body.  Touch is one of the primary senses.  It has been proved in many research programmes that touch is a primary need for a baby, and the most prominent means of communication.

The manner in which a parent handles their baby and the amount of time they spend handling, cuddling and communication with them has shown to have dramatic effects on the baby's disposition.  Children who are deprived of physical contact generally suffer from anxiety and related conditions.

We will teach you (your spouse, grandparents and/or care giver) a massage routine  through a step-by-step process. Classes are suitable for babies from 6 weeks old to about 1 year old or 15 months, which will help provide the following benefits:-

• Enhanced bonding with parent

• Strengthened immune system/increasing resistance to disease

• Stimulation of all the systems of the body

• Pain reduction

• Helps to develop a sound personality and inner strength

• Helps to develop body awareness, co-ordination, suppleness and alertness

• Brings about a state of contentment, improved rest and relaxation and sleep

The workshops are run for an hour a week over 4 consecutive weeks. During each session you will learn a variety of strokes concluding with a full body massage for your baby on the last class. You will receive a handout and a bottle of oil that is safe to use on your baby. This is available at home on a one to one basis or at our Clinic in Reading (minimum 6 in a group).

Pregnancy Massage

We will teach your partner/spouse a massage sequence to help ease your time during labour.  This is a 2 hour course where we will provide details of what to be aware during pregnancy, the massage routine and a  handout detailing the massage sequence.

Reflexology for Couples

Providing  you and your partner/spouse the chance to learn more about one another.  This workshop may be run as a 2 hour session or a course over a  4 week period.  Learn about reflexology, the benefits on the body and a simplet routine to practise on one another.

 Do call for further information.

Please note that the above workshops are for personal use only, they are not certificated and you will not be able to treat the general public, following completion.

Creating a fresh and relaxed you

 Tel. 07738 976769  email info@afresh.org