FAQs

What are your qualifications?

Vicki Negus, owner, operator and teacher, has over 20 years’ experience as a registered physiotherapist, 16 years’ experience as a Pilates Practitioner, and has practised yoga since childhood.  She is a Specialist Physiotherapist, APA Sports Physiotherapist, Certified Pilates Practitioner, Registered Yoga Teacher, Certified Yoga Therapist, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Paediatric Massage Consultant and Certified Birthlight Baby Yoga Teacher.

What should I bring to classes?

Blanket for baby to lie on, nappy change mat, small toys, water bottle & all the usual baby paraphernalia!

(You are welcome to change or feed your baby in the room as needed.)
Yoga mats are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own to use instead, or on top.
You can bring your capsule or bassinet (or pram if needed) – note there are steps down to the Scarborough studio.

You may need socks and warm clothes / blanket in cooler weather.

Note: It’s advisable not to eat a heavy meal within a couple of hours before a Yoga class. (This doesn’t apply to the babies!)

What facilities & equipment are available?

All yoga props (including mats) are provided.

You may need socks and warm clothes / extra blanket in cooler weather.

For classes with baby: blanket for baby to lie on, nappy change mat, small toys; all the usual baby paraphernalia! (You are welcome to change or feed your baby in the room as needed.)

You can bring your capsule or bassinet (or pram if needed) – there is stair-free access available to both studios.

Note: It’s advisable not to eat a heavy meal within a couple of hours before a Yoga class. (This doesn’t apply to the babies!)

What should we wear?

Comfortable clothes for you and baby to sit on the floor and move freely in.
Mum’s yoga should be done in bare feet for safety.

Do I need to have done any yoga before starting Postnatal or Baby Yoga classes?

No. Complete beginners are most welcome – and usually the majority!
In the Postnatal classes, there will be women attending from 6 weeks to a year or more after birth, with varied birth experiences (vaginal, Caesarean, assisted, complicated). Within this, there will also be a range of physical abilities / levels of fitness. Classes cater for everyone attending, with variations given progressively. And there usually needs to be a gentle but repeated focus on pelvic floor and abdominal control and general flexibility for all postnatal mums!
For Baby Yoga classes, the main focus of the class is on the babies themselves (and babies are natural yogis anyway!!). And as mentioned above, no yoga experience is necessary for mums.

Where can I arrange private consultations (for Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, Physiotherapy, Pilates or Yoga Therapy)?

You can either attend the Subiaco studio (The Yoga Company, located at 400 Roberts Road / cnr Station Street, Subiaco WA 6008), or arrange for a home visit/s (see Contact page for Serviced Areas).

Do you offer Gift Vouchers?

Yes! Gift Vouchers for Baby Massage lessons or Baby Yoga or Postnatal Yoga classes are a lovely thoughtful gift for new parents and babies. Please contact us for details.

Do you sell oils or other products for Baby Massage?

Yes! If you are taking Baby Massage lessons with us, we will provide you with a list of available products in advance, and bring them along to sessions. We sell a selection of natural organic, cold-pressed, pesticide-free oils, as well as step-by-step Baby Massage manuals and DVDs. Note: These oils will be available to use within lessons, and Vicki will discuss appropriate oils to use.

Can I claim with my private health insurance?

1-on-1 physiotherapy or yoga therapy consults are claimable if you have Ancillary cover for Physiotherapy.
Physiotherapist-led group exercise classes (including Yoga and Pilates) may also be claimable – please check with your provider. (If claimable under your particular cover, you need to have already attended classes in order to claim for them. Receipts for sessions paid for in advance will not be accepted by the insurer. We can provide a receipt for claiming at the end of each block, which will include the dates classes were attended. Please let us know if you require this.)

Can I claim under Medicare?

Medicare itself doesn’t cover Physiotherapy unless the client has a previously arranged ‘Chronic Disease Management’ Plan with their GP (formerly known as Enhanced Primary Care (EPC)), which includes a recommendation for Physiotherapy.  This can be put in place for clients (adults or children) who have a chronic condition (that has been (or is likely to be) present for six months or longer) and complex care needs.  This can include conditions such as asthma, cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and musculoskeletal conditions. Please see for more details: http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/content/health-medicare-allied-health-brochure.htm Please contact us if you have questions regarding this.

What if we have twins / triplets? Do you offer a discount for siblings in the same class / lesson?

If you’re attending Baby Massage lessons or Postnatal Yoga + Pilates classes, there is no extra charge for multiple babies.

If you’re attending Baby Yoga classes, we recommend a carer for each baby (as this is a very baby-focused class). We offer a 50% discount for additional siblings/carers.

Note: There is no extra charge for siblings for any in-home sessions.

Are these classes just for mums, or can dads or grandparents attend?

Anyone who cares for the baby, is familiar and has regular contact, is welcome to attend Baby Yoga or Baby Massage classes – mum, dad, grandparent, guardian or nanny!
Postnatal classes are for mums who have given birth in the past year – however these classes will still be beneficial for other carers who want to attend a yoga class and are caring for a small baby.
If dads are working during the day, private (in-home) sessions are perfect, to enable both parents to attend.

Why Choose Us

Vicki Negus, mum of 2, is highly qualified in the safe and therapeutic teachings of Physio, Yoga, Pilates and Baby Massage. As a highly qualified movement therapist, Vicki is passionate about introducing mums, other carers and their babies to the numerous benefits of flowing movement, stretching, breath-work and massage.

  • Specialist Physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience
  • Qualified Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) registered with Yoga Alliance (International)
  • Certified Yoga Therapist with a Graduate Certificate of Yoga Therapy, certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)
  • Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) & Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC), certified by Infant Massage Information Service (IMIS)
  • Certified Birthlight Baby Yoga Teacher certified by Birthlight (International)

Certified Kids & Family Yoga Teacher certified by Rainbow Kids Yoga

Our Promise

Nurture Babies was created to provide a safe, serene and measurable service to families who seek professional postnatal guidance. Nurture Babies is an all-inclusive place of respite to seek restoration, rehabilitation, postnatal wellness and baby bonding techniques. With her passion and considerable experience, Vicki provides medically aligned classes and 1-on-1 consults that aim to deliver optimal results.

The Benefits

Yoga and Baby Massage can provide a wealth of benefits to you, your child and, in turn, whole family.

Babies will benefit from the teachings of gentle movement, touch stimulation, handling tips and tummy time ideas. Both massage and yoga can alleviate digestion issues, colic, anxiety, discomfort and stress. With this comes healthier sleeping patterns, more “settled” time and improved moods. Yoga and massage also assist the transition between developmental stages, and are perfect activities to enhance mutual understanding and bonding between carer and baby.