Norwich baby yoga dress as Christmas elves and reindeers

Babies dressed up as reindeer and elves took part in a special family yoga class which was set up by baby yoga company, ZenMuma.

It was held at Taverham Village Hall on December 15.

It comes off the back of the group's summer picnic which was held in Norwich Park on August 12.

Babies came dressed up in different festive outfits (Image: Amber Ferguson, ZenMuma)

Amber Ferguson, who teaches baby yoga sessions, helped set up the Christmas party with other ZenMumas Bec, Em and Cat.

The 35-year-old, who lives in Old Catton with her two children, said: "We had little elves, reindeer and plenty of Christmas-themed jumpers and onesies.

"We did some baby and toddler yoga with about 20 children, from six weeks to three years old.

"It was really nice to get together for the holidays - plus the parents really enjoy it as it has that safe, community feel with everyone here.

One of the yoga exercises performed at the class (Image: Amber Ferguson, ZenMuma)

"There was also crafting sessions, games and plenty of food like mince pies and cakes for everyone.

"It was a lovely way to end the year."

Baby yoga classes teach parents to help their baby into carefully developed movements that are beneficial to both growth and development.

Amber added: "It's great for physical development such as the back, neck and hips.

It also helps circulation, the immune system, digestion, body awareness and promotes better sleep.

There was also arts and crafts at the Christmas party (Image: Amber Ferguson, ZenMuma)

"People know what yoga is but very rarely baby yoga, but it's just using the yoga philosophy of the movements in a nurturing and safe way."

All profits from the day, nearly £200, went to the Baby Bank Norfolk.

Baby Bank Norfolk is a volunteer-run group passing on baby items to people in Norfolk to help alleviate child poverty and support families during times of financial and emotional stress, while reducing waste and promoting the reuse of items.

ZenMumas from left to right: Bec, Em, Cat and Amber (Image: Amber Ferguson, ZenMuma)

The charity collects donations ranging from baby equipment, clothes, toys and other baby essentials.

And Amber says more special events could be on the cards, saying: "It was really nice to see families we hadn't seen for a while and it would be great to continue these events and raise more money."

The party was held at Taverham Village Hall on December 15 (Image: Amber Ferguson, ZenMuma)