Baby & Toddler Classes
Here at Bonny Babies, no two days are the same.
We run a variety of different classes for children aged 6 weeks to 4 years. You can find more information on this page.
Blissful Beginnings
This class is for babies aged 6 weeks - crawling. Newborns are best suited to this class, it is a calm and relaxing introduction to parenthood. This class is designed for both you and your little one.
What can you expect?
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A short, small group course
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Learn a baby massage routine, with a handout to take home to help you practise
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Gentle nursery rhymes
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1:1 bonding time with your baby
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Time for you to reflect and ground
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A hot cup of tea or coffee (please bring a lidded cup for this) and something yummy to eat.
Baby massage is also offered on a 1:1 basis in the comfort of your own home.
Benefits of baby massage:
- Bond with your baby
- Enhance lactation
- Encourages relaxation & sleep
- Relieve common ailments such as colic, constipation, trapped wind
- Meet other parents at group classes
...and more!
Sensory Sprouts
A baby sensory class for babies aged 6 weeks - crawling and their caregivers.
Join us each week as we explore a different theme using our senses.
We'll touch, see, hear and smell in a friendly, welcoming environment for all.
Previous themes include: at the beach, colours, construction, Autumn, Christmas and at the farm.
What can you expect?
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Singing
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Sensory play
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Musical instruments
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Sensory stories
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Sensory parachute play
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Cute photo opportunities and fancy dress
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Baby massage
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Bubbles!
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Something different each week
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Lots of fun
Sensory Sweet Peas
A sensory class for babies aged crawling to 18 months and their caregivers.
Join us each week as we explore a different theme using our senses.
We'll touch, see, hear and smell in a friendly, welcoming environment for all. Sensory Sweet Peas is very similar to Sensory Sprouts but with age appropriate toys and fun.
Themes you might see include Under the Sea, Bonfire Night, Christmas, Construction.
What can you expect?
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Singing
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Sensory play
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Musical instruments
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Sensory stories
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Age appropriate messy trays
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Sensory parachute play
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Cute photo opportunities and fancy dress
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Baby massage
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Bubbles!
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Something different each week
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Lots of fun
Sensory Shoots
A brand new class aimed at children aged 0-4 and their caregivers.
Join me for singing, instruments, sensory play, stories, bubbles and lots of fun
Similar to Sensory Sprouts & Sensory Sweet Peas, there will be plenty to explore for older & younger children. Sometimes we'll even get messy!
A different theme each week. Plenty of photo opportunities and lots and lots of fun!
Mini Mess
Messy Play classes for little ones aged 6 months - 4 years and their caregivers (sometimes we invite older children too).
Messy trays are built around a theme. Previous themes include: dinosaurs, in space, Bluey, Peppa Pig, Disney.
What can you expect?:
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Taste safe trays built around our chosen theme
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An awful lot of mess!
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Water play (I'll warn you in advance if water will be involved!)
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Bubbles
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Lots of happy, smiling faces
Benefits of messy play:
- Fine & gross motor skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Creativity & imagination
- Sensory exploration & discovery
- Confidence building
- Development of social skills
...and more!
Storytime Stretch & Sing
This is a brand new class I have developed for children aged 18 months - 4 years.
Join me each week as we explore a new story through gentle singing, stretching and sensory play. Come dressed in clothes you can move in, as your child may like you to join in with them.
What can you expect?
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Singing
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Sensory play
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A calm section based on breathing and relaxation
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A story based yoga section
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Bubbles
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Parachute play
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Lots of fun!
Benefits of toddler yoga:
- Strength & flexibility
- Balance & coordination
- Gross motor skills
- Emotional regulation
- Relaxation techniques
- Body awareness
- Self-confidence
...and more!
