IAIM UK

The International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) UK Chapter is part of an international organisation dedicated to baby massage and parent education. It supports parents, carers and professionals with information on infant massage, baby cues and communication, and provides classes, training, events and educational resources. IAIM says its programme is respected, research-informed and endorsed as a high-quality parent education programme, with an internationally recognised curriculum taught in more than 70 countries.

At IAIM classes, parents learn massage strokes, a short colic routine, gentle movements and relaxation techniques, how to choose a suitable time and oil, and how to adapt massage as a child grows. The courses offer a welcoming setting to explore communication through nurturing touch. IAIM also trains instructors through a programme that includes practical teaching experience with parents and babies, and provides ongoing support through its international community. The organisation highlights potential benefits such as bonding, attachment, communication and circulation, and support for concerns including colic, wind and constipation.