RUB-A-BUBA

Rub-a-Buba
Rub-a-Buba

 

BABY/INFANT MASSAGE

Massage has become one of the most popular treatment choices in adults for stress and tension. It is now becoming increasingly popular for parents to massage their babies due to the enjoyable way of bonding with their infant. Touch is as important to a baby’s development as food is.

Baby massage has been part of some cultures for thousands of years. The Far Eastern cultures have been using massage for centuries within their families, and this tradition has been passed down through the generations.

Modern Western practices are only now ‘rediscovering’ this wonderful bonding experience. It is a wonderful thing to do and conveys such a powerful message to the infant in terms of love, understanding and attention.

This therapy is now seen as an important part of maintaining baby's good health and possibly boosting their immune system.

Benefits for Infant:-

  • Security (positive contact makes the baby feel loved and valued)
  • General Wellbeing (research shows babies become ill less and cry less often)
  • Physical Growth (promotes physical awareness, tones muscle and improves flexibility)
  • Social Skills (massaging baby teaches a non verbal method of communication)

Benefits for Parent:-

  • Relaxation (allows parents to focus on baby and switch off to their surroundings)
  • Developing Sensitivity (builds an understanding of what the child enjoys)
  • Confidence Building (can make the parent confident in handling their infant)
  • Parent/Child Relationship (non verbal communication can spark interaction)
  • Alleviating Post-Natal Depression (helping parents have a more positive interaction with Baby)

Baby massage can also help ease the pain and discomfort of some common infant ailments such as:-

  • Teething
  • Colic
  • Wind Constipation
  • Dry Skin

SPECIFIC CONTRA INDICATIONS

When not to massage

Contra indications are physical or behavioural reasons that would prevent a massage from taking place in full (or in part) safely...

The following conditions may restrict the treatment being carried out on certain areas of the baby, dependant on the locality of the conditions:-

Skin disorders

Inflammation

Skin allergies

Cuts/Abrasions

Bruising

Unhealed navel

Listed below are conditions which may require GP referral/consent:-

Infectious disease

Fever

Infectious skin disorders, impetigo, ringworm

Recent fractures, sprains, swelling

Recent haemorrhaging

Jaundice

Meningitis

Leukaemia

Brittle bones

Recent operations

Heart conditions

Epilepsy

Dysfunction of the nervous system

Asthma

Recent immunisation (wait at least 48 hours)

  

 

 

Where to find Rub-a-Buba Classes

Rub-a-Buba
Rub-a-Buba classes

Rub-a-Buba classes are held at various venues in London and Brighton. Baby Massage is a wonderful and relaxing way to communicate with your baby; and our friendly drop-in classes* for babies aged 6 weeks to 1 yr are also a great way to meet other mums during those early months.

*Please send a text or call at least a day in advance if you would like to attend a Rub-a-Buba class so that your instructor can prepare your consultation forms and give you a quick and simple introduction as to how the drop in system works.

Mayfair Library: Friday 13 November 10:30am-12pm (first trail class)

Pimlico: The Holy Apostles Church Every Tuesday and Thursday 10:30am-12pm

Cost:

  • On the day: £10 

  • Pre-booked: £5