"Infant massage will nurture your baby’s developmental, psychological, and physiological growth. Research also shows babies cry less and sleep significantly better using regular massage"
Benefits For Your Baby:
• Boost circulation and digestion
• Strengthen joints and muscles
• Encourages removal of waste and toxins
• Help relieve teething, colic, constipation
• Baby will sleep longer
• Create a special bond between parent and baby
Centuries Old Techniques
For centuries many cultures around the world have understood the many benefits of baby massage. Baby, or "infant massage", teaches you to respond to and learn about your infants body language. It’s also a wonderful way for your baby to feel secure and safe by
showing that he or she is cared for and loved.
This Is Truly "Bonding Time"
Keep in mind massage is something you do with your baby, not to your baby. To get the most out of it it is advised you seek guidance from a qualified infant massage therapist to be sure you are doing it safely and correctly.
It Only Takes A Few Minutes
A 10-20 minute massage a few times a week strengthens the parent/infant relationship. Your infant will absolutely love how it feels and massage also helps alleviate many baby ailments as well.
Benefits For You Parents:
* Feel more confident in your parenting skills.
* Be aware and responsive to your baby’s cues.
* Get closer to your baby and have a stronger bond.
* Massage helps baby to relax and ease stress,
not to mention yours!
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Jayna Troutman, CMP, CEIM
