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Rydes Hill is hosted a Baby Massage and Support Group. This was a 5 week course for parents with babies aged from after their 6 week check until they are on the move in association with the National Childbirth Trust, Guildford.  Parents were be able to learn the NCT's specially developed massage sequence, build confidence, encourage attachment and communication with their baby, and learn strokes to help with common issues. This event was led by NCT and a University of Worcestershire trained teacher. 

We hosted a McMillan Coffee Morning run by the Guildford Mummies Club to raise funds for McMillan Cancer Research. The event was open to Rydes Hill pupils and their families as well as the general community.

Aims

The Baby Massage and Support Group is a consistent group and teacher, which helps to develop friendships and to build up the sequence week-by-week. Friendly, relaxed environment with toys and props. Discuss interesting topics such as: baby states and cues, how we can communicate with our baby and support their development, and how we might look after ourselves as new parents.

Resources

Use of Music Lodge, toilets, kitchenette and free on site parking.

Impact

This group supports parents and babies in the local community. Introduce them to Rydes Hill and increase opportunity to attend Rydes Hill community initiative, "Toddler Time"

Frequency

Baby Massage and Support Group weekly sessions running during April and July.

After each 1.25 hour session, spend time getting to know your group better with cold drinks and biscuits.

Sessions run weekly from 10:15 to 12:15.