Pumpkin & Pickle was born out of a desire to support new mothers during the exciting but sometimes scary journey of parenting.

As a new parent, I look back thinking there was plenty to learn about babies but not always anyone to support me in what a mother can experience; the highs and lows, the change in sleep patterns, the changes in our bodies, and the challenges in returning to work, creating a new identity. We talk about all these areas in our baby massage classes, to compliment the massage techniques to use regularly on baby.

Massage not only reduces stress hormones from baby, but can aid digestion, relieve colic, stimulate healthy immune system. guide relaxation and sleep and release the happy hormones. Most babies are asleep at the end of class, allowing mums to enjoy a hot cuppa and homemade cake!

The technique used in Pumpkin & Pickle can be used from birth, and we massage using specially blended aromatherapy oil that soothes nerves, relaxes and over the course creates smell association with mum and baby. We use the same technique each week to make the technique memorable to repeat at home.

New in 2020, we branch into antenatal care as there are limited workshops available to expectant mums around Brackley & Buckingham area. The credible faculty includes amazing Midwife with experience in UK & UAE, highly talented Aromatherapist & masseuse from The Well, and the soothing tones of our qualified Therapist, accredited in hypnotherapy specialised in anxiety, birthing techniques and relaxation techniques. An amazing line up to offer to expecting mums in the local area.

Pumpkin & Pickle objective is for all participants to leave our workshop or class feeling calm, confident and supported.