Loving Baby Massage

10/12/2025

The right to love, to safety, to care—these are human rights that begin at birth.
Through infant massage, we honour the baby’s right to be respected, to be listened to, and to grow in a nurturing environment.
IAIM’s mission aligns with this universal principle: that every child deserves affection, empathy, and dignity.
Across cultures and continents, loving touch reminds us that connection is not a privilege—it’s a right.
🤍 Human rights begin in our first relationships.

09/12/2025

💜 Now taking bookings for courses starting in January 2026!

⭐️ Tuesday 6th January
Moortown Children’s Centre 10:00am
Moortown Children’s Centre 11:30am
Horsforth Children’s Centre 1:30pm

*Horsforth on Tuesday is now FULLY BOOKED* The February term is open and available to book.

⭐️ Thursday 8th January
Horsforth Children’s Centre 10:00am
Chapel Allerton Tennis Club 12:00pm
Colton Methodist Church 2:00pm

Places are limited. Please book early to avoid disappointment as these places will fill fast!
Take a look at my 5 ⭐️ reviews to see what parents say about my courses.

💜 I have over 15 years experience teaching baby massage and have taught well over 4,000 families how to massage their babies.

💜 You learn so much more than massage on my courses. We cover baby’s cues and states, winding techniques, how to massage your growing baby and all the way through to them being a teenager, reflexology, baby yoga - gentle movement exercises and so much more!
We sing a few nursery rhymes as the course progresses as your baby loves to hear you sing 🎶

⭐️ Some of the many benefits to massaging your baby include:

💜 Help you and your baby understand each other better
💜 Soothe babies and reduce crying
💜 Aid digestion and help relieve colic, wind and constipation
💜 Help babies to sleep more deeply and for longer
💜 Relieve nasal congestion and teething discomfort
💜 Help develop good muscle tone, co-ordination and suppleness
💜 Enhance body awareness
💜 Boost the immune system
💜 Improve skin texture
💜 Help calm and relax both parent and baby
💜 Boost parents’ confidence in handling their baby

👶 Courses will run for 5 weeks and cost just £45.

👶 Included is a parent handouts booklet, a 50ml bottle of fractionated coconut oil, a quick reference guide, and a certificate of achievement.
All you need to bring is a towel for your baby, and a cushion for you to sit on.

👶 Courses are suitable for babies from birth to 12 months.

Please message if you have any questions, click the Book Now button for more information and to book your place 😊💜

Welcome to Loving Baby Massage. We provide baby massage courses at various locations in Leeds such as Headingley, Horsforth, Chapel Allerton.

08/12/2025

Massage evolves beautifully as your baby grows!

In the early months, it’s a slow, gentle dance filled with eye contact, quiet connection, and the safety of your loving touch.

But as your little one becomes more active (and wonderfully wriggly!), massage naturally transforms into something more playful, lively, and full of movement.
Same bonding… just a new rhythm.

As your on-the-move baby explores their world, try:
• Using soft toys to capture their attention or invite them back into the moment
• Adding simple rhymes or songs to make touch joyful, predictable, and familiar
• Adapting their position — on your lap, sitting, standing, or in little bursts between their adventures
• Following their lead, keeping it responsive, light, and fun

Massage doesn’t stop when babies become mobile — it simply becomes more interactive. The goal is always connection, comfort, and communication… not perfection.

If your baby is becoming more active, what playful ideas have helped keep your massage time enjoyable?

Share below to support and inspire other parents.

05/12/2025

UPD Wednesday 17th December is SOLD OUT now.
We still have spaces available for 18th and 19th.

🎄 CHRISTMAS PARTIES FOR CHILDREN 0-5 YEARS 🎄

You are all invited to our very special Christmas Parties on 17th, 18th, and 19th December from 10:00-11:30 at Horsforth Children’s Centre.

Tickets cost £2 cash per child, and only those who have bought a ticket in advance will be able to attend. The number of places is limited.

You can purchase your tickets at Horsforth Children’s Centre, Monday-Friday between 9:00 and 16:00, or at our Stay & Plays sessions at Headingley and Ireland Wood next week.

It’s going to be absolutely magical - don’t miss out! 🎅❄️✨

03/12/2025

🌲 Hello, December — the month of cozy cuddles and extra-long snuggles!

As the days get colder and the hats get fluffier, nurturing touch becomes an even sweeter gift. Whether it’s tiny toes wrapped in warm socks or a gentle massage after bath time, your loving touch brings comfort, calm, and connection.

And let’s be honest… December with little ones can be equal parts magic and mayhem.
(Yes, even the most peaceful baby can suddenly turn into a festive firecracker )

But here’s the beauty:
Every gentle stroke, every moment of presence, every cuddle under a blanket is a soothing reminder to your baby that they are safe, held, and adored.

So this month, may your home be filled with warm hearts, soft touches, and just the right amount of Christmas chaos.

What’s your favourite cozy ritual with your baby during winter?
Share below — you might inspire another parent’s December magic.

03/12/2025

Development & Growth
Did you know? Massage supports development.
Gentle strokes help develop muscle tone, coordination, and body awareness.

01/12/2025

🎅 A Loving Baby Massage gift voucher makes the perfect gift 🎁

27/11/2025

Healthy Digestion

A happy tummy makes for a happy baby.

Gentle, rhythmic massage techniques can help support your baby’s digestive health — easing discomfort from wind or constipation, and promoting better nutrient absorption.

Through nurturing touch, you’re not only helping their little body function smoothly, but also strengthening your bond and deepening their sense of comfort and trust.

The soothing rhythm of your hands can calm tense muscles, relieve gas, and help your baby’s body find its natural balance — all while turning care into connection.

Have you noticed a difference in your baby’s digestion after massage?

Share your experience or your little one’s favourite time for tummy massage below!

25/11/2025

Touch is one of the earliest ways we communicate care. In IAIM classes, parents learn how gentle, respectful touch strengthens trust, empathy, and emotional safety.
Through each stroke, a message is shared: I see you, I hear you, I am here for you.
Infant massage invites us to slow down, to connect through presence rather than performance.
When touch is offered with mindfulness and respect, it becomes a bridge—linking hearts beyond words.

23/11/2025

💜 Now taking bookings for courses starting in January 2026!

⭐️ Tuesday 6th January
Moortown Children’s Centre 10:00am
Moortown Children’s Centre 11:30am
Horsforth Children’s Centre 1:30pm

⭐️ Thursday 8th January
Horsforth Children’s Centre 10:00am
Chapel Allerton Tennis Club 12:00pm
Colton Methodist Church 2:00pm

Places are limited. Please book early to avoid disappointment as these places will fill fast!
Take a look at my 5 ⭐️ reviews to see what parents say about my courses.

💜 I have over 15 years experience teaching baby massage and have taught well over 4,000 families how to massage their babies.

💜 You learn so much more than massage on my courses. We cover baby’s cues and states, winding techniques, how to massage your growing baby and all the way through to them being a teenager, reflexology, baby yoga - gentle movement exercises and so much more!
We sing a few nursery rhymes as the course progresses as your baby loves to hear you sing 🎶

⭐️ Some of the many benefits to massaging your baby include:

💜 Help you and your baby understand each other better
💜 Soothe babies and reduce crying
💜 Aid digestion and help relieve colic, wind and constipation
💜 Help babies to sleep more deeply and for longer
💜 Relieve nasal congestion and teething discomfort
💜 Help develop good muscle tone, co-ordination and suppleness
💜 Enhance body awareness
💜 Boost the immune system
💜 Improve skin texture
💜 Help calm and relax both parent and baby
💜 Boost parents’ confidence in handling their baby

👶 Courses will run for 5 weeks and cost just £45.

👶 Included is a parent handouts booklet, a 50ml bottle of fractionated coconut oil, a quick reference guide, and a certificate of achievement.
All you need to bring is a towel for your baby, and a cushion for you to sit on.

👶 Courses are suitable for babies from birth to 12 months.

Please message if you have any questions, click the Book Now button for more information and to book your place 😊💜

Welcome to Loving Baby Massage. We provide baby massage courses at various locations in Leeds such as Headingley, Horsforth, Chapel Allerton.

23/11/2025

22/11/2025

Every Gentle Touch is an Embrace of Love

In each tender moment — a soft hand, a calm breath, a loving gaze — your baby feels your presence and your care.

Through infant massage, those gentle touches become a language of love, trust, and connection. Every stroke tells your baby, “You are safe. You are loved. You belong.”

These small, mindful moments create deep emotional security — nurturing not only your baby’s development, but also your own sense of calm and confidence as a parent.

Because love isn’t just something we say — it’s something we share, one gentle touch at a time.

Parents — what does connection through touch mean to you?

Share your reflections below and help inspire another family’s journey of love.