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  • East Bay pediatric massage therapists or massage classes?

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    Oct 16, 2024

    Are there any pediatric massage therapists or pediatric massage classes folks here recommend? I tried looking up the topic here but the recommendations I've found so far were pretty dated (2012).

    Ideally I'd like to find someone who's experienced with working with toddlers (~2 years old) and is continuing education/workshops/etc to continuously learn new techniques. My massage therapist had recommended a pediatric massage therapist who did classes to teach parents how to massage their kids which sounded great, but it doesn't look like she does those classes anymore. However if there's someone else who's doing something like that now I'd love to hear it!

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April 2012

I tried using a book to give my baby a massage and now I decided I do it wrong and I should hire someone to massage him for me. Is there any place in Berkeley that offers massages for infants?

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Infant massage and yoga class?

May 2008

Hi, Has anyone has taken a mom and infant massage and/or yoga class that was great? If so, please let me know. Thanks! Nicole

I highly recommend Kim Lyons! She is indeed most gifted, gentle, and most of all, my son loved her voice. We attended her class when he was 3 months and it was always such a treat to learn not only different massage techniques and baby stretches, but also, new songs to sing and creative ways to amuse your infant. Check her out - her website is: www.movingfromwithin.com Kit
Kim Lyons is a wonderful infant massage therapist. You can contact her at kim [at] movingfromwithin.com or 510-798-3089. She is located in Oakland Good luck anonymous

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Baby Massage Class?

April 2006

Can anyone recommend a baby massage class? I have heard lots of good things about baby massage but have not found a class. Thanks in advance. mom of 3 month old

I highly recommend the classes of Kim Lyons, who teaches in Rockridge; she teaches a series of four one-hour classes each month. She is calm, fun, and very knowledgeable. You can find more information on her website at www.movingfromwithin.com. anon
Smart Healthy Babies in Alameda offers a free Infant Massage for New Parents.

Here is the description from their website: Infant Massage for New Parents

The next group is to be announced. This is a group for new parents/caregivers with pre-crawling infants! Lisa Eiben, LCSW will instruct parents in Infant Massage techniques. Learn why touch is so important to the infant/caregiver relationship and how to make the most of it. Get to know other parents and get support around the transition to parenthood.

Call 864-1077 to sign-up, as space is limited. Bring a soft blanket and firm pillow.

http://www.smarthealthybabies.org/workshops.htm They also offer an 8 week New Mom's Groups for free as well. cindy

Hi, You may be interested in classes I lead in infant massage. I have been an infant massage instructor for 11 years and teach a variety of other classes such as baby yoga and child development. I offer 1.5 hour sessions at my studio, in your home, and at local centers or I have a 4 week series. You can find out more about me and my work at: www.movingfromwithin.com or by emailing me. Thank you, Kim Kim Lyons-Stuart, M.Ed., CMT birthmate[AT]yahoo.com