Newborn Course

Dinky Darlings

An 8-week newborn course for babies 6 weeks–3 months. Covering feeding, sleep, soothing, development, and support for new mothers.

Why Mothers Join Dinky Darlings

Because the early days are precious (and often harder than anyone talks about or expects).

It helps to realise other mothers feel this too

So much of antenatal learning feels different once baby is actually here

Confidence grows faster with support

Friendship matters in this season

Calm guidance can change everything

Getting out each week does wonders

Sound familiar?

What Moms Say

"Dinky Darlings created a calm, inviting environment for us to learn, grow and be honest about struggles"

— Jess · Tommy's Mom

The Details

Duration

8 weeks · 1.5 hrs each session (10:00–11:30 am)

Cost

R1,800 in full · or R900/month over 2 instalments (just R225 per session). Includes take-home notes, WhatsApp group access, and refreshments.

Location

Craighall Park — a cozy, homey studio with tea, coffee & rusks

Format

Weekly in-person sessions, each with a gentle theme

Approach

Calm, small, unhurried sessions with plenty of space to share, ask questions and learn from one another

Community

A supportive group of new mothers growing and leaning on one another together

What the Course Covers

Each week blends practical learning, gentle discussion, and age-appropriate interaction, including:

Baby Massage

Signature offering

Baby massage is one of the most powerful tools a new mother has. Woven throughout the Dinky Darlings course, you'll learn simple, evidence-based massage techniques tailored to newborns — building a practice that deepens connection and supports your baby's wellbeing from the very first weeks.

Bonding & attachment

Skin-to-skin touch deepens the mother–baby connection and supports secure attachment.

Digestive relief

Gentle abdominal strokes ease colic, wind and discomfort — giving both baby and mama more peace.

Sleep & settling

A calming massage routine before sleep signals safety and relaxation, helping baby settle more easily.

Development & body awareness

Purposeful touch supports nervous system development, muscle tone and early sensory awareness.

Feeding & milk management

Sleep, settling and early rhythms

Soothing techniques and regulation

Early development and play

Touch, bonding and communication

Maternal wellbeing and confidence-building

A Growing Pathway as Your Baby Grows

Dinky Darlings is the first step in the Darling Days journey. Monthly rolling intakes mean you can join when it suits you and your baby.

Follow-on courses are carefully designed for each developmental stage, supporting babies as they grow, move, communicate and connect.

Wondering If This Is For You?

If you're navigating the early days and craving calm, confidence and connection — you're in the right place.

You have a newborn or young baby

You'd value weekly support and connection

You want trusted guidance without overwhelm

You'd love to feel more confident as a mother

You don't need to have it all figured out to come

Join the Next Dinky Darlings Intake

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