THERESA ROYLE

Hi Mama

Your bundle of joy is everything that you always dreamed of and more. The milk drunk looks as your baby dozes off in your arms; the smell of their hair (seriously, do they bottle that stuff?!); the feel of their velvety smooth skin on yours; their little hand squeezing your finger...I could go on and on.

And yet, with all that magic and joy also come sleepless nights, a frazzled nervous system, relationship shifts, heightened anxiety, overwhelm; the list goes on and on.

That's why I decided to create these nourishing Baby & Me Sound Rest sessions - with mums, dads, caregivers, grandparents in mind. Because those that provide care in those tender early days, desperately need it themselves. 

For babies 2 months of age up until pre-crawling. There's nothing for you to do during these sessions but to simply turn up with your baby, rest on the mat and hopefully to get a few moments of shut eye whilst you both listen to some soothing sounds.

We ain't kidding ourselves here- babes will be babes and there will be crying, fussing & all the feels I'm sure. You are free to move, change, feed, carry, rock your little one whenever you need to. You can step out of the room at any time and we are not aiming for perfection (there's no such thing!)

The instruments I will use will be played very gently and the volume level will be kept very low - this is to ensure everybody's nervous system gets the love they need.

Contraindications:

Gong baths are not recommended for pregnancies in the first trimester, individuals with pacemakers/metal implants, epilepsy, or any form of a serious mental health condition. By purchasing your ticket, you confirm that you have read and understood these conditions.

The studio has bolsters, mats and eye pillows. Please bring along a blanket and anything you need for your little one to be comfy. Please feel free to bring favourite toys along, as long as they don't produce any additional sounds.

See you there!

Big hug,

Theresa x

Hey mama/dad/friend,

I am very much looking forward to welcoming you to the 4-week series of Baby & Me Sound Rest at the friendly neighbourhood studio &osteo in Brockley.

Here are some important bits:

- Sessions will run from 11:00am to 12:00 pm on following Mondays in March: 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

- If you can, please carry your baby in a sling as for space-saving reasons. If you prefer the pram or if it's more practical, then that's obvs totally fine too.

- Address: 179 Brockley Rd, London SE4 2RS. "andosteo" is located on Brockley Road

- Please arrive a couple of minutes before the sessions. If you are running late then don't sweat it. Life with little ones is unpredictable and you can join in at any time.

- The studio provides yoga mats and bolsters. Please do bring a blanket and pillow for extra comfort. A bottle of water is also recommended.

- Dress warmly and warmly, so you can get comfy.

- Feel free to bring a baby toy along, as long as it's quiet please