Mum & Baby Nurture -
baby massage with postnatal yoga for recovery
in Kew, Richmond & South West London

“Perfectly designed for new mums & babies, I felt so at ease even with my unpredictable newborn!
I took so much away both for me and my baby. Brilliant! ”

— Youki

Thursdays, 11.15am-12.15pm
St Luke’s Church, KEW, TW9 2AH

Private courses for groups (e.g. antenatal groups) or 1:1 are also available
- just get in touch -

Mum & Baby Nurture
postnatal yoga & baby massage course in Kew & Richmond

The first few weeks and months after birth are a tender, transitional period for both new mothers & babies, with their own specific demands & needs.

This unique 6-week course is specifically designed to address and support both your AND your baby’s needs through this unique period of the fourth trimester and a little beyond, and is the perfect first class for you and your baby together:

  • to help you understand with and start healing your postpartum body in a safe and effective way, whatever type of birth you safe

  • understand, soothe, bond and build confidence with your baby

  • give you information, tips & daily life tools about recovery and early parenting that nobody else gives you

  • find much-needed rest and relaxation

  • gain community, and share experience with other new mums

Suitable from 4 weeks after birth including after a Caesarean birth, until about 5 months old. A great first space to be with others & your baby before my mum & baby yoga classes.

Feeling unsure about heading out to class in these early days? Have a look at the FAQ section below.

  • Each weekly session includes:

    • a selection of safe, progressive postnatal yoga stretches & exercises, feasible with a baby, suitable both after vaginal & caesarean birth,

    • baby massage routines and gentle baby yoga movements for different parts of the body

    • everyday baby ‘techniques’, like different ways to lift, hold and burp your baby; how to promote ‘tummy time’ & soothing techniques - the parenting skills you might never had a chance to learn first hand

    • realistic, baby-friendly relaxation time, and plenty of little pockets of rest/release, to learn to rest with your baby, or help you come back to calm

    Each week focuses on a different aspect of postnatal recovery & baby’s body and well-being, progressively building up over the weeks.

  • For you:

    • understand your postpartum body

    • heal your pelvic floor and deep abdominals

    • regain strength, posture & balance

    • relieve neck, shoulders and back

    • reduce stress and tension

    • find some rest and practice calming techniques

    • understand your baby better & promote bonding

    • feel more confident and supported as a new mum

    For your baby:

    • supporting their transition out of the womb

    • soothing digestive discomforts & other upsets

    • promoting regulation of their nervous system (= calmer baby)

    • helping them progressively develop strength

    • learning to be more comfortably on their tummy & promote development

  • Classes start with a circle time (and a cup of tea) to connect and share experiences with other new mums, and ask any questions you might have.

    Classes are led in a warm, relaxed, baby-led environment adapted to very young babies (think low lighting, baby ‘nests’ and blankets), where you can feed, soothe, change your baby as you baby requires.

    There is no pressure for your baby to be settled, awake or quiet in class. This is all part of the flow of the class.

    You will receive handouts of all the baby massage & selected postnatal yoga practices, so you can continue supporting both of your wellbeing at home.

  • The course price includes:

    • a baby massage booklet

    • 5 postnatal recovery practices handouts to take home

    • access to catch-up videos

    • a pot of organic massage oil

Private group and individual classes at your home also available - simply get in touch

More lovely words from First to Fourth mums

 

“Amelie is an incredible teacher, my son and myself loved her classes and felt very comfortable with her. She’s great with babies, and offers lots of practical first hand advice for the mums. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Amelie and truly believe she offers the best postnatal yoga classes in Richmond.”

— Sophia

“Amelie’s classes provided me with incredible tips for my own recovery, and a magical time with my little one. I loved the balance of sequences for mums, working on regaining strength and breadth of movement, and the massage, holds & walks with the babies. A perfect mix of self-care and baby care””

— Estelle

FAQs

 

Can I really start before my 6-week check?

Yes! While the majority of postnatal classes are only open to you once you’ve been given ‘the green light’ by your GP, my unique gentle approach means the class is not only safe but also beneficial for you from 4 weeks after birth, regardless of the type of birth you had (including Caesarean births).
Through the class, you will learn therapeutic exercises and stretches to support your postnatal recovery, unwind upper body tension and soothe your exhausted nervous system, with handy handouts to take home.

What if my baby cries or sleeps?

This is a common worry of many mums, and one you can leave at the door of the venue :-)
Babies have their own agendas, so the class is designed as a relaxed space where you and your baby are welcome to go with the flow, feeding, changing, rocking and resting as you see fit.

While you attend to your baby’s needs, you’ll always be able to join in with the breathing, watch the massage to have a go at home, and enjoy the supportive company of other new mums too.

What do I need to bring?

To make it as easy for you as possible, I provide all equipment: yoga mats, blocks, cushions & blankets.

All you need to bring is an extra blanket or towel for your baby to lie on, as well as some massage oil of your choice (I recommend organic, non-scented sunflower, grapeseed or coconut oil).

You are of course welcome to bring your own yoga mat if you prefer.