Welcome to Connect Baby
Hi, I’m Vicky O’Rourke, an Occupational Therapist, Infant Massage Instructor, and mum of three.
My journey into baby massage started both professionally and personally—as a therapist and as a mum who experienced firsthand the incredible benefits of massage in supporting childhood development and parent wellbeing.
As a passionate advocate for holistic infant health and wellbeing, I founded Connect Baby in 2023 to empower parents with simple, evidence-based techniques to nurture, calm and connect with their babies through the art of infant massage.
Why Baby Massage?
The Benefits
It’s not just a sweet bonding moment. Research shows that baby massage can—
Support better sleep patterns (because we could all use a little more rest!)
Reduce stress and upset by regulating your baby’s nervous system
Enhance brain development by stimulating sensory pathways
Aid digestion and relieve tummy troubles like wind, colic, and constipation
Strengthen parent-baby attachment, fostering emotional security
Intentional, Gentle & Evidence-Based
THE CONNECT BABY APPROACH
Everything we teach is designed with both parent and baby in mind. Our classes and courses are—
Your Baby Massage Journey Starts Here
Parenting can be A LOT—but it’s also filled with precious moments of connection. Through baby massage, we help you slow down, tune in, and build a deep, loving bond with your little one.