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.
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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.
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Baby massage is also offered on a 1:1 basis in the comfort of your own home.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Themes you might see include Under the Sea, Bonfire Night, Christmas, Construction.
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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
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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
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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).
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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
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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.
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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!
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Benefits of toddler yoga:
- Strength & flexibility
- Balance & coordination
- Gross motor skills
- Emotional regulation
- Relaxation techniques
- Body awareness
- Self-confidence
...and more!
