Why join us at Violet and Rose?
Connect, soothe and grow together
Welcome to Violet and Rose, where baby massage is taught in a calm, friendly and supportive space. Our classes help parents learn simple, loving massage techniques that can become part of everyday routines — from winding down before bedtime to easing little tummies and creating special one-to-one moments with your baby.
Designed for parents and carers of babies aged 0–12 months, each session gives you time to slow down, tune in to your baby’s cues and build confidence through positive touch.
Arrival and settling in
Getting comfortable before we begin
On arrival at our class you will be welcomed by myself and shown the warmed, comfortable space. We provide a private change and settling area and ask that hands are washed or sanitised before contact. You will be offered our unscented baby massage oil or can use your own—we demonstrate how to warm a small amount in your hands. Before any touch we take a moment to check consent with you, confirm your baby’s last feed and look for any skin concerns. The instructor will suggest simple positioning (chest-to-chest, supine on a mat, supported head) and model the first breathing cues to help you and your baby settle.
Class stages explained
Clear steps from demonstration to practice
Each session follows an easy, repeatable sequence: demonstration, guided practise with one-to-one support, and a calm close. I will demonstrates each stroke on a doll so you can see positioning and hand placement. During practice we prompt slow, rhythmic breathing to mirror your baby’s tempo and reinforce calm. Guidance focuses on gentle pressure, avoiding the fontanelle and supporting the neck. We encourage continual consent checks — if your baby turns away, stiffens or cries we pause, reposition or stop, always following the baby’s lead.
Safety, consent and comfort
What we monitor throughout the class
Our baby massage classes are relaxed, baby-led and welcoming. There is no pressure for your baby to be perfectly settled — feeding, changing, cuddling and pausing are all part of the session. You will be guided step by step through gentle massage techniques and encouraged to follow your baby’s cues throughout.
Classes are also a lovely opportunity to meet other local parents, share experiences and enjoy a supportive environment where you and your baby can feel at ease.
Practical benefits for baby and parent
Why this matters beyond the session
Violet and Rose classes are designed to support bonding through intentional touch and to build parental confidence in handling and reading baby cues. Regular, gentle massage can promote calmer sleep patterns, ease mild wind discomfort and support digestion when used appropriately after feeds. For parents, the guided breathing prompts and hands-on practise increase confidence, reduce anxiety and strengthen the parent–baby attachment through skin contact and shared routine. Each attendee leaves with concise take-home notes and simple positioning reminders so you can continue safely at home.
Why join a baby massage class?
Baby massage is a beautiful way to communicate with your baby before words. Through gentle, rhythmic touch, you can support bonding, relaxation and your baby’s developing awareness of their body.
Strengthen your bond
Enjoy focused, nurturing time that helps your baby feel safe, loved and secure.
Support relaxation and sleep
Learn calming techniques that may help your baby settle more easily as part of a gentle routine.
Ease everyday discomforts
Discover strokes that can support digestion and may help with wind, constipation or colic-like discomfort.
Build confidence as a parent
Learn how to read your baby’s signals, respond sensitively and feel more assured in handling your little one.
Encourage development
Positive touch can support sensory awareness, body confidence and early communication.
Create a peaceful pause
Classes offer time away from the rush of daily life, giving both you and your baby space to relax.
What to expect at Violet and Rose
Our baby massage classes are relaxed, baby-led and welcoming. There is no pressure for your baby to be perfectly settled — feeding, changing, cuddling and pausing are all part of the session. You will be guided step by step through gentle massage techniques and encouraged to follow your baby’s cues throughout.
Classes are also a lovely opportunity to meet other local parents, share experiences and enjoy a supportive environment where you and your baby can feel at ease.
Suitable from birth to 12 months
Whether you have a newborn or a growing, wriggly baby, massage can be adapted to suit your child’s stage. For very young babies, sessions focus on short, gentle moments of positive touch. As babies grow through their first year, massage can become part of playtime, bedtime or a calming daily routine.
A calm start for you both
At Violet and Rose, we believe baby massage is not about doing everything perfectly. It is about connection, comfort and learning to notice what your baby enjoys. Our classes give you practical skills you can use at home, alongside the confidence to make massage your own.
Benefits
For Baby
- Encourages bonding and security: Gentle touch can help your baby feel safe, loved and reassured.
- Supports relaxation: Slow, rhythmic strokes can help your baby calm, settle and enjoy quiet one-to-one time.
- May support better sleep routines: Massage can become part of a predictable, soothing bedtime or wind-down routine.
- Can ease common discomforts: Certain techniques may help with wind, constipation and general tummy discomfort.
- Promotes body awareness: Positive touch can support sensory development and help your baby become more aware of their body.
For You
- Builds confidence: Classes help you learn how to handle, soothe and respond to your baby with greater assurance.
- Strengthens connection: Massage creates calm, focused time to enjoy your baby without distraction.
- Helps you read your baby’s cues: You will practise noticing when your baby is relaxed, ready for touch or needs a pause.
- Creates a calming routine: Baby massage gives you simple techniques you can use at home as part of everyday care.
- Offers social support: Classes provide a friendly space to meet other parents and share the early months together.
Research-informed facts
Touch supports early communication
Infant massage is widely recognised as a way to support bonding, attachment and positive parent-baby interaction.
Relaxation benefits both baby and parent
Research and clinical guidance link infant massage with relaxation, reduced stress and improved wellbeing.
Potential sleep benefits
Evidence has reported improvements in sleep patterns, although findings can vary between babies and studies.
N.B. The evidence is promising but still developing.
Digestive comfort
Baby massage is often used to support babies experiencing wind, constipation or colic-like discomfort.
In addition to the immediate benefits for you and your baby, research into infant massage and positive touch suggests there may also be longer-term wellbeing benefits.
- Families may feel more connected to their local support network, helping parents feel part of a wider community during the early months.
- Some studies have also linked baby massage with improved parent-baby interaction and reduced symptoms of postnatal depression.
- Over time, positive touch may support children in feeling calmer, more secure and more confident in early communication, while nurturing routines can help parents respond to their baby’s needs with greater ease.
While every child and family is different, baby massage offers a gentle foundation for connection, reassurance and emotional wellbeing.
Hurry — spots are limited: book your class now, join fellow parents and begin your journey today
Get in touch
— Violet and Rose
Join a Violet and Rose baby massage class and discover a gentle way to bond, soothe and support your baby. Spaces are kept limited so every parent receives friendly guidance and individual support.
Ready to begin? Get in touch to find out upcoming class dates, availability and how to book. Please tell us your baby's age, any relevant health notes (for example allergies, medical conditions or feeding information) and any accessibility needs so we can make appropriate arrangements.
I aim to respond within two working days; if your enquiry is time sensitive, please indicate this in your message and I will try to prioritise it. The details you provide will be used only to respond to your enquiry, to manage bookings and to make reasonable adjustments for your visit. I look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you and your baby to Violet and Rose.