Gentle Sensory - Play and Sign for Babies
A calm, baby-led sensory class for you and your baby, led by a registered midwife
Gentle Sensory is a slow-paced, nurturing experience designed to support your baby’s developing senses — while giving you the space to connect, observe, and simply enjoy your baby in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
What is Gentle Sensory?
Gentle sensory play supports your baby’s developing nervous system through soft lights, textures, sounds, and gentle movement.
This class is not about overstimulation or performance —
it’s about connection, curiosity, and calm.
Babies are free to explore at their own pace, while you are gently guided to:
• notice your baby’s cues
• follow their lead
• build confidence in responding to their needs
There is no pressure for babies to “do” anything —
just space to be, explore, and feel safe
What to expect
• A calm, cosy setting where you and your baby can relax
• Gentle lights, soft textures, and carefully chosen sensory props
• Baby-led exploration — with no pressure to “do” anything
• Time and space to slow down and really observe your baby
• Gentle guidance to help you understand and follow your baby’s cues
• A supportive, relaxed environment for parents
• Small group sizes, keeping the space quiet and personal
What happens in a class?
Each session is gently structured while still following your baby’s lead.
You can expect a mix of:
• a soft welcome and time to settle
• gentle sensory play using lights, textures and simple props
• baby sign introduction through songs and repetition
• calm moments for connection and observation
• a relaxed closing to bring everything back down
Everything is paced slowly, with plenty of space to pause, feed, change, or simply cuddle your baby
Who is Gentle Sensory for?
This class is suitable for babies from around 2–3 months up to pre-crawling.
It’s especially lovely for:
• parents looking for a gentle introduction to sensory play
• babies who prefer a slower, calmer environment
• those who may feel overwhelmed by busier, high-energy classes
• anyone wanting to build confidence in reading their baby’s cues
• a natural next step after Infant Massage, continuing that calm, connected time together
You don’t need any previous classes or experience —
just come along as you are
Why Gentle Sensory with Midwife For You?
As a registered midwife, I bring a deep understanding of your baby’s development, early regulation, and the importance of connection in those early months.
This isn’t about adding more to your to-do list.
Gentle Sensory is about slowing things down —
learning to notice your baby, understand their cues, and respond in a way that feels natural and supportive for both of you.
You’ll be gently guided throughout, with the reassurance of midwife-led support in a calm, safe space.
Class Details
Weekly Term
• 55 minute classes
• Small, calm and intimate group setting
• €90 for a 4 week term
Saturday Taster Class
• A once-off 55 minute session
• A gentle introduction to the class style and approach
• Ideal if you’d like to try it first or attend with a partner/dad
• €25 per class
If this feels like the kind of space you and your baby would enjoy, you’re very welcome to come along
Spaces are kept small to keep the classes calm and supportive.
You can book your place here.