Looking to give something different and unique this Christmas? Vitality + in Ramsbottom are running a series of Gift Workshops giving you the chance to make your own natural cosmetics and remedies. These easy to make products make ideal gifts – or you could just keep them for yourselves!

Each workshop lasts an hour and will provide a demonstration on how to make a single product, followed by the chance to make your own version, under the supervision of Vitality’s professional herbalist. All equipment and ingredients are provided, and if you want to make more gifts at home, you can always buy extra ingredients in store.

All workshops cost £10 each and places are limited, so book your place early by visiting Vitality + at 41 Bolton Street, Ramsbottom to buy a ticket.


Saturday 13th November

11:00 a.m. Skin Healing Bath Bags
Combine the skin soothing properties of oats with the natural healing and anti-histamine powers of chamomile or marigold. Why not add some lavender or rose to help sooth and de-stress? You can decide your favourite mix to make these simple, but effective and beautiful soothing bath bags. 

1.00p.m. Natural Perfume
Want to make your own special fragrance for yourself or that someone special? This workshop gives you the chance to mix a range of your favourite essential oils in a natural base to make your own unique fragrance. 

3:00 p.m. Anti-oxidant Face Mask
Make a soothing face mask that nourishes and tones the skin. Combining mineral rich Green Clay with the anti-oxidant properties of olive leaves, this easy to make face mask looks and works just like the expensive commercial products. Ideal for anyone who cares about their skin.
  

Saturday 20th November
 
11:00 a.m.  Rose and Honey Lip Balm
Learn how to make your own lip balm using a pre-prepared infused oil of Rose petals – together with beeswax and Honey to make a beautiful everyday lip balm – an ideal gift for mum or your favourite aunt?

2:00 p.m. Rose and Chocolate Body Butter
I first made this cream for the Ramsbottom Chocolate Festival, and it proved such a hit, I’ve decided to let you have the chance to make your own. Using all natural ingredients, this rich, decedent cream combines the soothing powers of rose with the smoothness of cocoa butter. 

N.B. For the workshops on the 20th November, you will be working in pairs to make your lip balms and creams. 

A New course from Vitality + especially for Mum's to be. This series of 3 workshops covers natural approaches to pregnancy, birth and early babycare. The course provides advice on natural remedies, nutrition and posture for an easier pregnancy, together with some relaxation techniques to help with birth.

 
Week 1: Pregnancy
Thur. 13th May 7.00 p.m. 

What natural remedies can I take to help with pregnancy?
What remedies are safe to take and what should I be avoiding?
What foods should I be eating to help me and baby?
Should I be taking supplements?
Are there foods I should be avoiding? 

The workshop will include input from our herbalist, homeopath and nutritional therapist and the chance to make your own anti-stretch cream. 

Week 2: Birth
Thur. 20th May 7.00 p.m. 

What natural remedies can I take to prepare for birth?
What natural remedies can I take during labour?
What simple exercises and postures can I use for an easier birth?
What Relaxation techniques can I use for an easier birth? 

The workshop will include input from our herbalist, chiropractor and psychotherapist/ hypnobirthing expert. You will also get the chance to make your own herbal tea or stress roller for labour.

Week 3: Baby
Thurs. 27th May 7.00 p.m.

What natural remedies are available for common baby problems, e.g. colic?
What is safe to use with new borns and how do I use them?
Are there any remedies to improve breast feeding?
What foods should I be eating or avoiding?
How can I avoid back problems from carrying a baby around?
What exercises can I be doing?

The workshop will include input from our herbalist, nutritional therapist and chiropractor. You will also get the chance to make a simple nappy rash cream.

 
All workshops are two hours.

Cost £60 per mum (and baby!). £20 per partner

The cost covers all three workshops and includes refreshments and materials. 

Sara Hayselden, our practice chiropractor, is offering you the chance to take this Reiki Level1 course at Vitality +.

Reiki is the name given to a system of natural healing which evolved in Japan and uses the Universal Energy which surrounds us. There is no belief system attached to Reiki, so anyone can receive or learn to give Reiki.

This full day course will provide an introduction to Reiki, its history and uses as well as attunement and awareness of the use of the scared power symbol. The day will also cover awareness of the body's energy system and practical work. At the end of this course you should be able to perform a Reiki self-healing.

Sara is a qualified Reiki Master, fully trained in the practice of Reiki Healing and Reiki training.

To find out more about Reiki and this course visit Sara's website here 

To book on the course ring Sara on 07973 453808 
or call Vitality + on 01706 558904

Details
Course Date: Sunday 25th April
Time: 10.00 a.m - 4.0 p.m. - Lunch will be provided
Cost: £85 which includes all refreshments

The course is limited to a small number of people so Sara can provide the individual tuition required. Please book early to guarantee your place

Dawn Howorth, one of our Psychotherapists will be delivering her highly successful Hypnobirthing course at Vitality + starting in April and run over 5 weeks. 

The Mongan method of HypnoBirthing is a philosophy and technique for achieving a satisfying, relaxing and stress-free birthing. HypnoBirthing teaches you, along with your birthing companion, the art and joy of experiencing birth in a more comfortable manner.

Both the mother and birthing companion attend group antenatal classes once a week for 5 weeks.  Each session is 2½ hours.  These sessions are very supportive, making time for discussion, demonstrations and practice.  Some birthing mothers and companions prefer one-to-one sessions; private sessions are available.

HypnoBirthing Antenatal Classes can…

• Reduce the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome before, during and after birthing
• Eliminate or greatly reduce the need for chemical painkillers
• Shorten the first stage of labour by several hours
• Eliminate fatigue during labour, leaving you fresh and awake
• Promote family bonding
• Foster more rapid postnatal recovery
• Return birthing to the beautiful, peaceful experience nature intended
• Creates a more integral role for the birthing companion

To find out more about this course or to book your place, visit Dawn's website here

A big thank you to everyone who attended the two Heartstart courses delivered by The British Heart Foundation at Vitality +. These 2 hour courses are designed to give people emergency life saving skills; they teach CPR, how to help someone who is choking and how to recognise and treat someone having a heart attack . Serious and important stuff indeed, and yet judging by the laughter coming from our training room whilst I've been in the shop, still fun to do! Everyone who attends comes away with a certificate and more importantly, a set of skills that may save someones live one day.  So a big well done to all those who attended.

p.s. And a special thanks to Pat, who with help from the BHF, decorated our window to tie in St Valentines to make February 'Big Heart Month' as Dawn Taylor from Heart Start East Lancs says:  "An inspired combination, and we offer our sincere thanks to Tim and Tracey for the use of the window and for organising not just one, but two training sessions in the treatment rooms over the shop."



 

Look out for our new window display for Mothers Day and the Chocolate Festival!