Some of the reviews from parents attending my courses (for more up to date reviews, please visit my facebook page):
I started the baby massage course when my daughter was about two months old. We enjoyed it so much we now try to go to the drop-in classes as often as possible. My daughter considers Nikkita one of her favourite people ever and refuses to take her eyes off her, it doesn't matter how far away we're sitting, Ivy will crane her head around to give Nikkita a beaming smile! It's been really lovely watching Ivy gain confidence during massage classes, and now we're doing the yoga too I can really see how helpful both are for the babies' development. I highly recommend these classes, I always arrive in a fluster and leave feeling calm and serene. Nikkita has a lovely, gentle way with the adults and the babies - Ivy often sleeps for hours afterwards, so she clearly finds it most relaxing too! :) Alex and Ivy - June 2015
I can't recommend Patta Cake Baby Massage and the lovely Nikkita highly enough. My little boy and I love it so much that we have done the group classes, the weekly drop in classes (massage and yoga) and also the 1:1 fathers sessions that Nikkita taught at my home. There are so many aspects I love about the classes, the bonding with my baby, the new skills I have learnt in order to help calm my baby paticularly in the evening when he needs extra soothing, meeting new people, making new friends and as an extra bonus the lovely long nap he takes after each class ( unheard of!) I highly recommend the 1:1 Fathers sessions too, my partner works long hours during the week and was keen to have some extra bonding time with Jasper and after seeing how calm it made us both, we signed up to three 1:1 sessions on Saturday Morning. My partner loved it and it really cemented the lovely bond they have. Nikkita is a lovely teacher and is so calm and friendly and she truly cares about all the lovely little babies and mum's in her class. Wonderful classes and a wonderful lady. Rachel and Jasper - June 2015
“Thank you very much for the wonderful baby massage sessions Milo and myself had with you. We had such a great time,the sessions were very special to us both and especially for me as I got to spend precious time with my son. I learned so much from our three sessions together and would definitely recommend your baby massage sessions to other proud dads” Jason and Milo - December 2014
Just finished a course with Aimee and Ezra. Really enjoyed the course along with a few other dads. It was great to learn how to do something with the baby that helps dad bond as well :D Robert Warren
I can't recommend this lovely lady enough! My daughter was quite a few months old so I chose the 1:1 classes ! The bonding time massages create is lovely! I have also learnt fab massage techniques to help with my daughters severe constipation and it helps ease the pain and discomfort dramatically! Xxx Debbie Bailey - Sept 2014
"Thank you so much for the massage course me and Archie have thoroughly enjoyed it, it has been very relaxed, fun and informative. I have been doing the massage at home and it is always a great bonding time with Archie and it relaxes him as well as helping his colic. I would highly recommend the 4 week course to anyone." Louise Cutler - March 2014
"I can honestly say being a 1st time new mum, I found this course absolutely brilliant. Its not only given me the opportunity to have quality one to one time with my little man, but its enabled me to learn a new skill and Its been a real confidence boost to be able to massage Jacob at home and help to settle him ready for bed. Thank you Nikkita. Xx" Simone Hamilton - March 2014
"Hi Nikkita I just wanted to thank you for the past 4 weeks. Oscar and I have thoroughly enjoyed your baby massage classes, your relaxed and friendly approach was fantastic, just what any new mummy (or daddy) would want from a class. It has been great to have some one to one bonding time with Oscar, and the massage has helped calm him during his niggly phase in the evenings. We now have a 20 minute massage before his bath, and where he used to scream continuously for an hour, he is now full of smiles and very chilled! It's been a great experience for us both. Thank you again, Danielle and Oscar x" Danielle Hart - March 2014
A very good course and really relaxing for mother and baby. Frome course - March 2014
My daughter (now 9months) and me have both really enjoyed the course. She has always napped well after sessions and it has been really valuable time spent with her. Both of us have found it very relaxing. I have already recommended it to friends with small babies! Lucy and Matilda - March 2014
An excellent thorough course at amazing value. Useful techniques I can continue with my baby Frome course - March 2014
"I would highly recommend baby massage to any Mum or Dad and their new baby. It has been such a lovely way for me to spend time with Ellis and also has the added benefit of helping with teething, etc. Nikkita has really put me at ease and her classes are so friendly and fun. I'm not planning on any more babies but if I was I would definitely go again!!" Charli and Ellis (group session)
"I have really enjoyed the course and so has Evie. I will definitely continue the massage at home. I find it very easy to follow and it helps in lots of ways (like constipation!) Thank you very much for inviting us!" Becky and Evie (group session)
"After a tricky start with my little one, baby massage has shown me how to spend quality time connecting to my baby. It's a lovely, relaxing and intimate experience that I shall repeat at home. Thank you Nikkita for your lovely approach to learning." Emma and Lily (one to one session)
"We both really enjoyed Nikkita's baby massage classes. Nikkita directed us through the massage techniques so well. I now feel very confident to massage my children." Jasmin and Honie (group session)
Excellent introduction to baby massage and all the benefits it can have. Nikkita promotes a very relaxed atmosphere inducive to learning. Lovely way of bonding with your baby. Thank you! Rachael and Oscar