Is there anyone out there?
We are half way through the second national lockdown. I was just getting back on my feet. The business was risk assessed, Covid awareness certified, visors, sanitisors and enhanced cleaning. I resumed my classes towards the end of September so had just ran just one block of courses before Lockdown 2 struck. The following block was set to start on the week of the restriction. I was fully booked…everyone paid in advance and in full. Well, with distancing measures, my studio could only take three bookings when I would normally have six or seven. Hale was a little more. So putting more...
Read MoreZoom In….
If someone had suggested at the beginning of the year that I should deliver my classes online, I would have been rather dismissive with a ‘don’t be ridiculous’ response. I would not have had the confidence, not have known how to go about doing it, let alone heard of Zoom. Fast forward to this week, and I delivered my first paid-for classes via Zoom. It’s amazing what you can achieve when forced to do so. Once I got my head around the concept, I thought I would give it a whirl. Then there was the decision with how to price this form of delivery. My classes are normally £50...
Read MoreHold me. Massage is key to reducing anxiety
“A wise mother knows: It is her state of consciousness that matters. Her gentleness and clarity command respect. Her love creates security.” Vimala McClure, author, The Tao of Motherhood Over the past month, yes it’s only been a month, the way we live has changed dramatically. Not only with the concern over contracting coronavirus, but ensuring we keep our babies protected. We no longer have the freedom to do what we want, meet with friends, take part in activities, visit family or just nip out for a coffee. Time with baby is precious and limiting, so this lockdown almost robs new mums of...
Read MoreSafe. Cleanliness is…..
Cleanliness is the Hallmark of perfect standards and the best quality inspector is the conscience J R D Tata Regardless of the current outbreak, when it comes to my classes, I have always maintained a thorough cleaning routine and ensured that parents can book with confidence with the peace of mind they are bringing their baby to hygienic environment. With coronavirus gathering pace in the UK, the concern over contracting the virus becomes even more mindful, especially with a vulnerable newborn baby. As we all become being extra stringent with our hygiene routine,...
Read MoreThe Reflex. Blending massage & reflexology
A new year brings new changes. For 2020, massage classes will combine therapeutic touch of reflexology. So not only will parents learn wonderful techniques of massage, but will have the added benefit of learning reflexology, bringing a fresh element to classes and at no additional cost to the course. Reflexology is an ancient form of touch, where every area of the body is associated with reflex points on the feet. Gentle pressure is applied to these points to balance the body and reduce a number of conditions. Massage and reflexology work in perfect harmony, offering similar benefits to calm...
Read MoreBaby Massage Course to be announced soon!
