Baby Mindful Greater Manchester

27/01/2020

Our FREE Monthly Affirmation Calendar is now available to download, for February. 💜

Download it here: https://www.relaxkids.com/bm-calendar

23/01/2020

'Baby Mindful honestly does what it claims to do!!! Rather than be a baby class where everything is focused on baby learning, sensory, singing songs etc, Baby Mindful gives mums the chance to take a breath, gather your thoughts and focus on yourself and mindfulness. I leave this class feeling refreshed and confident in my abilities as a mum, and my son has a great time at it too!!' Emma McMurray

21/01/2020

**There is no Baby Mindful class in Bury tomorrow**

Places are available for the remaining three classes of this block (29th January and 5th, 12th February)

To book, click below or message Aislinn: [email protected]

Baby Mindful, Join us in a quiet, nurturing space to spend some time with your baby. Sessions are carefully written so that they benefit parents as well as your babies, with simple mindful tools such breathing techniques, soothing stroking exercises and mindful play that are helpful in everyday life...

01/01/2020

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year ❤️

Happy New Year Everyone 💜

19/12/2019

At this time of year, many new parents can feel overwhelmed, if you're not feeling that way anyway, having just had a new addition to the family!
You've started to get used to each other, you're working out what your baby needs and how they are communicating that. You're getting a bit more used to the broken sleep and are beginning to trust your instincts.
You have your own way of being in the day; whether it's having plenty of time for the two of you at home, or spending time going to baby groups, seeing friends and family, worked around naps and feeds.

And then.

Your partner and children finish for the holidays, and the house is suddenly fuller, noisier, busier. Friends and family start to talk about visiting or having parties, playdates, swapping gifts. Everyone wants to come and visit for baby's first Christmas, which inevitably means lots of "pass the baby" and well-meant advice about what you should/shouldn't be doing.

And it's hard. It's baby's first Christmas. There's an expectation that it's "perfect". And sometimes, there's guilt - I "should" want people to come, I "should" see people and be the perfect hostess.

But it is so important to stop. To remember that you are still in the early days of parenthood, learning the parent dance and trying to get the steps right. It is ok to say no to the visitors, or to say, "Please come, but could you bring dinner?" It's ok not to pass your baby round. It's ok to listen to the advice, nod, but then let it go from your mind. It's ok to take half an hour upstairs, to sit and feed baby quietly. Or to take a walk around the block to get some fresh air. It's ok. You are ok.

A few years ago, my daughter was talking about the nativity, talking about the gifts the wise men brought. Gold, frankincense and myrrh. And how they were odd gifts for a baby. Well, we had the whole conversation about them not knowing Jesus would be a baby, but then she said it was ok. He didn't need anything, because he had his mummy and daddy to hold him and cuddle him and keep him safe. And she's right. That's all your baby needs this Christmas. You.

So, today, take a deep breath and tell yourself you are ok. That you are everything your baby needs and more. Make time to sit and breathe together. To just be, at peace, this Christmastime.

And if anyone asks you what baby wants for Christmas? Some luxury hand cream, bubble bath and chocolates, please! Happy mummy = happy baby ;)

Wishing you a peaceful and happy Christmas.

28/10/2019

Here is our FREE downloadable affirmation calendar for November. Celebrate your achievements as a new parent

BM Calendar - Download our monthly affirmation calendar with special dates for your fridge or room

14/10/2019

*** IAIM Baby Massage Courses ***
with Suz start in Bramhall Library on Friday 1 November and also in Poynton Centre on Monday 11 November. Now 6 weeks by popular request!
Suitable from birth to crawling but best from about 4-6 weeks onwards.
Well reviewed and popular, read some more reviews below and a quote from last week:
"I love this class, its so relaxed, its my favourite class"
Book your space soon to avoid disappointment at www.lushtms.co.uk/cheshire-stockport or
email [email protected] for more info

Being touched and caressed, Being massaged is food for the infant, Food as necessary as minerals, Vitamins and proteins. Dr. Frederick Leboyer

07/10/2019

Real Mom...

02/10/2019

I matter too. I am a person too. I am valuable. I am the baby's whole world so I need to be seen so I don't lose myself.