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Baby Massage
A great way to spend quality time with your baby and to meet new mums.

Certified Infant Massage Instructors

Multiple locations

More venues coming soon

Introduction
Baby massage is a wonderful experience shared between you and your baby. It provides numerous physical, psychological and emotional benefits for babies and the families who care for them. Joining a baby massage classes is a great way to spend quality time with your baby and to meet new mums. Did you know Baby Massage classes are a reclaimable maternity expense with VHI, Quinn and Vivas Health? (Read More).
Benefits of Baby Massage
Relaxation - Massage smoothes your baby and is a pleasurable experience for both you and your baby. Also, the relaxation element of the class, and the calm environment created is very nurturing for all mothers and can significantly help those affected by post natal depression.
Relief - Specific massage techniques are demonstrated which help to relieve colic, wind and constipation. In addition, baby massage can help baby deal with surgery or difficult birth.
Stimulation - When you massage your baby regularly, their physical growth and development is stimulated in a varietly of ways. Research studies show the respiratory, muscular, circulatory and immune systems all benefit from the positive effects of massage. Your baby may gain weight more easily and increase their ability to fight common infections which all babies are exposed to. In addition, massage promotes neurological development, and helps with the development of motor skills and coordination.
Bonding - Eye-to-eye and skin-to-skin contact and the exchange of soothing sounds and smells all help you and baby to bond.
About Your Instructor
Julie Xantho is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor and mom of two. After discovering the benefits of baby massage with her youngest, Julie trained as an instructor with the International Association of Infant Massage. Julie enjoys combining her passion for babies by encouraging new moms and helping them discovering the beauty of bonding!
The ClapHandies Way
ClapHandies have developed this special programme with the same quality and attention to detail their Baby and Toddler PlayLabs are renowned for, you will love the quality of the equipment and attention to every detail. In addition to the massage instructor, ClapHandies play leaders will be on hand to help you relax and enjoy your time with us.
Details
The Baby Massage course is suitable for babies 6 weeks to 9 mths, the course run over four classes, held once a week, in a warm, clean, comfortable space. Massage stokes are taught in stages over the weeks so baby becomes used to touch and you can practice at home and ask questions when you return to class the following week.
Course Fees
Price €120 - includes oils and massage manual.
Next Course Dates
August 2010 September 2010
Cancellation Policy
  • Up to 2 weeks before course start, full refund
  • Up to 1 week before course start, 50% refund (unless we are able to rebook your place, then 100% refund)
  • Less than 1 week before course start, no refund (unless we are able to rebook your place, then we will offer you a place on next available course)
Bookings
To book and pay for your place just fill in the booking form, or call Liza on 087 919 6042 or email Liza@ClapHandies.com
Reclaimable Maternity Expense!
VHI - Family Plan & Family Plan + up to €100 is covered. Instructor needs to be certified through the International Association of Infant Massage
Quinn - HealthManager and HealthManager Gold schemes up to €100 is covered. Instructor needs to be certified through International Association of Infant Massage
Vivas - Day to Day Plan: Up to €30 per visit (max 3 visits). Day to Day Plan 50: Up to €25 per visit (max 8 visits)